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Nf91-23 Insurance Needs Of The Home-Based Child Care Business (Revised February 2005), Kathleen Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses what needs to be done before starting a child care business in your home. Think about getting business insurance coverage to provide risk protection for you, your business, your customers, and any employees. Protect business and personal assets from risk of loss. Consult with a competent insurance adviser before making insurance decisions.

This publication is meant to help you ask questions, not provide specific answers for your situation.

Ec91-734 Noise ... Sound Without Value (Tractor Sound Levels, 1970-1990), Rollin D. Schnieder

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Oh, for the peace and quiet of the country. Surely you have heard this statement. How true this was in years gone by. Now, however, the country environment is often filled with the noise of thumping cylinders, and turning gears in modern tractors — noises previously associated with cities have moved into rural areas.

What do the words sound and noise mean? Some people refer to sound as something pleasant. For example, a number of tones placed together might result in a beautiful symphony. However, if these notes are played too loudly or off key, they might be referred to …

Ec91-123 Drought Management On Range And Pastureland: A Handbook For Nebraska And South Dakota, Patrick E. Reece, Jack D. Alexander, James R. Johnson

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Drought is generally defined as a prolonged period during which annual precipitation is less than 75 percent of average. Based upon this definition, drought has occurred in 21 percent of the years in the northern Great Plains since 1940. Poor distribution of precipitation in a single year or less than average precipitation in successive years can also cause drought conditions.

This extension circulation discusses the following: how plants respond to drought, management preparation for drought, herd management, animal response to drought, predicting forage production and stocking rates, drought management plans, rangeland resource inventory, grazing management, and plant recovery after drought.

Ec91-1773 Deer Damage Control In Nebraska, Scott E. Hygnstrom, Bill Baxter

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Nebraskans are fortunate to have two species of deer in the state — the white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) and the mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus). They are beautiful and fascinating animals that provide many aesthetic and recreational benefits. They can however, cause problems when they damage agricultural crops, trees and backyard plantings.

This extension circular covers the methods of reducing deer damage through herd management (legal harvest, shooting permits, and live removal), deer fencing, repellents, and scare devices.

Ec91-733 Wanted Alive

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Wanted Alive is an extension circular pamphlet that draws awareness to parents and guardians about the safety of children in and around the home, school, playgrounds, parks, and stores. It is sponsored by parents, school officials, the Nebraska State Patrol, Nebraska Farm Safety Council, Nebraska Sheriff's Department and the local police of the towns and cities across Nebraska.

Ec91-269 Domestic Poultry Feed Formulation Guide, Earl W. Gleaves, Thomas W. Sullivan, F. John Struwe

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This publication provides basic, practical information about nturition and diet requirements for poultry. Nutrient requirements, diet formulations, feed ingredient analyses, and feeding methods are ever changing. Feed cost is the largest single item of expense in producing poultry meat or eggs. Poultry producers should adopt a comprehensive feeding program based on sound nutrition principles tailored to a specific production purpose. This publication provides the basis for such a feeding program.

Nf91-27 A Discussion Of 'Greenhouse' Gases, Steve Meyer, Ken Hubbard

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses greenhouse gasses.

Nf91-9 Financial Planning When Called To Active Military Duty, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact lists important financial management considerations for persons on active military duty.

Nf91-8 Individual Vs. Group Health Insurance, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact examines the pros and cons of individual and group health insurance.

Nf91-6 Solving Financial Problems, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact outlines some options for solving financial problems.

Nf91-3 Setting Reasonable Debt Limits, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact assists in finding an appropriate debt level.

Nf91-2 Acquiring Credit, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Acquiring credit means you can use someone else's money for a certain period of time to expand your immediate purchasing power. Being aware of the types of consumer credit and the ways in which you are protected by law will help you get the most out of your money.

Nf91-1 Bankruptcy: Debtor's Last Resort, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact outlines the options provided by bankruptcy.

Nf91-20 Cutting Family Living Transportation Expenses, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact offers suggestions for cutting family transportation costs.

Nf91-19 Cutting Installment Payments, Credit Cards And Other Credit Payments, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses methods to manage and reduce credit payments.

Nf91-18 Cutting Family Living Insurance Expenses, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses methods of cutting household insurance expenses.

Nf91-13 Winter Home Shutdown, Monica Braun, Anne Ziebarth

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact offers suggestions for winterizing homes that will be vacant.

Nf91-21 Cutting Family Living Food Expenses, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses reducing family food expenses.

Nf91-25 Cutting Family Living Clothing And Personal Care Expenses, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses reducing family living expenses.

Nf91-22 Cutting Family Living Recreation, Health Care, Gifts And Contributions, Education, And Other Expenses, Kathy Prochaska-Cue

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses reducing family living, recreation, health care, gift and education expenses.

Nf91-26 Cutting Housing, Utilities, Telephone, Furnishings, Cleaning Supply Expenses, Kathy Prochaska-Cue, Shirley Niemeyer, Ann Ziebarth

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses reducing family food expenses.

G91-1055 Using Moving Averages To Effectively Analyze Trends, Robin R. Riley, Lynn H. Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This fifth of a nine NebGuide series is designed to show how trend lines can assist producers and others in analyzing the market's technical side.

What is the objective in using moving averages?

Technical analysts construct a moving average of price to provide a better market timing indicator than the traditional straight-line method. The idea is to smooth out daily price fluctuation to get a clear view of the market trend. The moving average is a method for averaging near-term prices in relation to long-term prices. This technique should not be confused with the oscillators described in NebGuide No. 8 …

G91-1059 Point-And-Figure Analysis, Robin R. Riley, Lynn H. Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This is the ninth and final NebGuide providing an overview for producers using technical analysis in marketing decisions. It covers point-and-figure analysis.

The point-and-figure chart is one kind of chart commonly used by people tracking prices in the futures market.

To construct this type of chart you need graph paper, a pencil, price information, and a little time to learn the technique. Charting services also offer point-and-figure charts for a fee.

G91-1058 Using The Rsi And Other Oscillators To Analyze The Markete, Robin R. Riley, Lynn H. Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This eighth of nine NebGuides on effective use of technical indicators in market analysis explains Relative Strength Index (RSI) and Stochastic oscillators.

Stochastic oscillators are called oscillators because they form a band across the bottom of a chart with a line that moves, or oscillates, above and below a midpoint.

G91-1054 How To Study Gaps In The Technical Side Of Marketing, Lynn H. Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This is the fourth of nine NebGuides laying the foundation for producers who want to study the technical side of market analysis.

Anyone studying technicals or markets is continually looking for trends, ways to measure market movement, and support and resistance areas. Many market analysts say the market "wants to fill a gap." Producers need to understand what this statement means, starting with a definition of the term "gap."

A gap in the market is formed when the trading range (high, low) operates outside the previous day's trading range. This occurs in highly volatile markets, not in slow moving sideways …

G91-1053 Looking For Buy And Sell Signals From Charts, Lynn H. Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

The third in a series of nine on the basics of technical analysis, this NebGuide explains what to look for in commodity charts.

Producers always look for the ultimate: ever-accurate, foolproof, technical signals to tell what moves to make in the market. The problem is the markets are an ever-changing phenomenon; no one signal can predict prices with 100 percent accuracy.

This NebGuide is design to give readers a feel for different kinds of tecnical signals analysts look for to determine market direction. Major signals discussed are: key reversals, double and triple bottoms, head and shoulders (top and bottom), and …

G91-1052 Determining Market Trends, Lynn H. Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This is the second of nine NebGuides discussing basics of technical market analysis and benefits of following market trends to aid decision-making.

Most livestock and crop producers are not "day traders" -- participants in the market on a daily basis -- nor should they be. A typical producer may enter the market only a few times in a marketing year, or only once, as when selling the crop at harvest.

Because producers are not day traders, market trends are one of the most valuable tools, or indicators, that can be obtained from correctly executed charts.

G91-1031 How To Hire A Crop Consultant, J. F. Witkowski, Charles A. Shapiro, William L. Kranz, Robert J. Wright

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide reviews factors to consider when choosing a crop consultant. Efficient management of a profitable crop production system includes estimating pest populations, determining fertilizer needs, and, in the case of irrigation, monitoring soil/water conditions. Decisions regarding pest management should include information from recurring field visits that estimate pest populations, potential plant damage and crop growth. Regular visits to the field are necessary to monitor soil/water conditions by the use of soil probes, soil moisture blocks, tensiometers, or other methods to assure efficient application and use of irrigation water.

G91-1019 Set Up Of Tillage, Planting And Directed Spray Equipment, Elbert C. Dickey, Robert Grisso, Alex Martin

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide discusses how to set up and operate liquid herbicide application equipment on tillage, planting and directed spray equipment.

Some herbicides require incorporation to obtain consistent weed control. Maintaining residue cover to reduce soil loss on erodible soils makes it necessary to incorporate herbicide while minimizing tillage. This need, combined with many row crop producers' preference for band application to reduce herbicide costs, creates some application challenges.

G91-1010 Managing Corn And Sorghum Residues During The Ecofarming Fallow Period, Robert N. Klein, Gail A. Wicks

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide explains how to maintain an appropriate residue cover with ecofarming in the fallow period before winter wheat to reduce soil erosion and conserve soil moisture. Ecofarming is a system of controlling weeds and managing crop residues throughout a crop rotation with minimum use of tillage. This will reduce soil erosion and production costs while increasing weed control, water infiltration, moisture conservation and crop yields. In the winter wheat-ecofallow corn or grain sorghum-fallow rotation, corn or grain sorghum is no-till planted into winter wheat stubble in May. During the previous summer or fall the winter wheat stubble was treated …