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G1402 Preharvest Soybean Marketing Strategies, James G. Kendrick, George H. Pfeiffer, Roger Wilson, David J. Drozd

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide provides strategies for using the futures market to obtain higher prices for soybeans. Soybean producers who decide to use the futures market to price their crop are immediately faced with a number of decisions. Should a futures contract be used as a hedge to "lock in" a price, or should an options contract be used to establish a floor price? When should the position be established? Which futures contract month is most appropriate? The many decisions facing those using the futures market may be a reason some have decided not to use it at all. The University of …

G1410 Selection And Use Of Disinfectants, Terri Jo (Jo) Bek, Dee Griffin, Jim Kennedy

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide provides cattle producers and animal health workers information to help them better select and use disinfectants in their biosecurity program.

It is important to note that selecting and using disinfectants is only a tool in achieving the goal of biosecurity, which is to prevent, minimize or control cross-contamination of infective organisms between animals, from animals to feed and from animals to equipment that may directly or indirectly contact animals. Covers: definitions, selection, types of disinfectants considered; disinfectant selection table; and cattle viruses with and without viral envelopes. Includes tables of attributes to aid with disinfectant selection and cattle …

Nf422 Sunflower Head Moth Management, Ronald C. Seymour, Gary L. Hein, Ray E. Weed

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Sunflower head moth identification and biology, management, and chemical control. Sunflower head moth, Homoeosoma electellum (Hulst), can cause substantial economic loss to commercial sunflowers in Nebraska and the surrounding region. Populations of sunflower head moth vary tremendously from year to year. Consequently, pest monitoring is important each growing season to determine when moths first appear and the extent of the infestation. Field scouting in confection sunflower fields is critical because of their higher value and the importance of maintaining quality. Topics include sunflower head moth identification and biology, management, and chemical control.

G1374 Escherichia Coli: Testing For Process Control Verification,, Mindy Brashears, Dianne Peters

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide was developed to help processors correctly perform carcass sampling in meat and poultry operations and interpret the results.

In July 1996, the U.S.D.A. published the Final Rule on Pathogen Reduction for meat and poultry processing facilities. Its goal is to reduce the occurrence of food-borne pathogens in meat and poultry products. The rule requires carcass sampling for "generic" E. coli in meat and poultry slaughter operations. The U.S.D.A. has developed guidelines for acceptable, marginal and unacceptable amounts of E. coli to be used by the processor to determine if their process is controlling microbial hazards. If E. coli …

G1414 Rewarding Team Members, Janet Fox

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide explains how managers can tailor recognition to individuals, thus increasing its effectiveness.

Introduction

If there's one thing in life that everyone wants it's to be appreciated, rewarded and recognized for their contributions. Studies indicate that employees find personal recognition more motivational than money. Results of a recent Council on Communication Management survey confirms this. According to a recent Gallup poll of people who stopped volunteering, 42 percent said they felt their work was unimportant or was unappreciated at the work place or in a volunteer setting, appropriately rewarding people is important to retention and job performance.

Ec00-106 Nebraska Grain Sorghum Hybrid Tests 2000, Robert N. Klein, Roger Wesley Elmore, Lenis Alton Nelson, David D. Baltensperger

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This circular is a progress report of grain sorghum trials conducted to obtain yield and other information for some of the hybrids being marketed. The 2000 season was the 43rd year that private hybrids were included in these trials.

G00-1417 Site Preparation: Key To Successful Conservation Tree Planting In Western Nebraska (Revised February 2002), Doak Nickerson

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Establishing a conservation tree planting can be a challenge in semiarid regions like western Nebraska, where annual precipitation of 20 inches or less is the norm. Tree planting failure commonly occurs as a result of poor site preparation coupled with inadequate weed and grass control the first three to five years after planting. Effective site preparation begins the year before planting. The results help young trees survive and grow in several ways. This NebGuide explains when and how to do site preparation for conservation tree planting in Western Nebraska.

Nf00-428 Fungicide Management Of Foliar Diseases Of Corn, Jim Stack

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses how to manage fungicide of foliar diseases of corn.

Nf00-426 Rhizopus Head Rot Of Sunflower, Robert M. Harveson

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses the increase in sunflower production and the potential for diseases.

Nf00-420 Sewing With Tencel®, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses a variety uses for sewing with Tencel®.

Nf00-417 Sewing With Outerwear Sports Fabric, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses outerwear sports fabric and sewing uses.

Ec00-826 2000 Nebraska Farm Custom Rates - Part Ii, H. Douglas Jose, Melissa Van Winkle

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Every two years a survey of custom operations is conducted to determine the current rates charged for specific machinery operations. The survey is divided into two parts: spring and summer operations, including planting and small grains harvest in Part I, and information about fall and miscellaneous operations in Part II.

Ec00-105 Nebraska Corn Hybrid Tests 2000, Lenis Alton Nelson, Robert N. Klein, Roger Wesley Elmore, David D. Baltensperger, Charles A. Shapiro, Stevan Z. Knezevic, James Krall

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This circular is a progress report of corn hybrid performance tests conducted by the Agronomy Department and the Northeast, South Central, West Central and Panhandle Research and Extension Centers of Nebraska and University of Wyoming at Torrington. Conduct of experiments and publication of results is a joint effort of the Agricultural Research Division and the Cooperative Extension Service.

Nf00-438 Critical Access Hospitals: An Opportunity For Rural Nebraska, John Roberts, Judy Weber, Mary Ellen Rider

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact describes The advantages of living in a rural community are many. Sometimes rural Nebraskans choose this lifestyle, giving up the conveniences of a larger city, to live what they perceive to be a better life. Quality health care, however, is not a convenience; it's a necessity. Because rural hospitals are so unique, they require more flexibility from government regulations and federal policies. This helps them continue to provide access to cost-effective, quality health care services.

G00-1778 Field Windbreaks, James R. Brandle, Laurie Hodges

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

gricultural producers face many challenges as they try to balance efficient production systems with increasing environmental demands. For these systems to be successful, they must optimize the balance between inputs and final production. Field windbreaks are one way to increase yields while at the same time reducing inputs and improving both environmental quality and production efficiency. Windbreaks reduce wind speed and alter the microclimate in sheltered areas. Field windbreaks reduce wind erosion and the damage to crops caused by wind-blown soil. They improve water use efficiency, reduce risks associated with drought, and manage blowing snow.

Field windbreaks provide positive economic …

Nf00-431 Sewing With Voile, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses techniques for sewing with voile.

Nf00-424 Sewing With Velvet, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses sewing techniques for velvet.

Nf00-421 Sewing With Microfibers, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses the use of microfibers.

Nf00-419 Sewing With Lycra® Blends, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses sewing and lycra blends.

F00-416 Sewing With Silky Textured Fabrics, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses a variety of uses for silky textured fabrics.

Nf00-415 Sewing With Knits, Rose Marie Tondl

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebFact discusses knit fabrics and a variety of uses.

Ec00-1879 Sorghum Ergot In The Northern Great Plains, Jim Stack

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Sorghum is grown throughout Nebraska on approximately 0.6 million acres of land. It is grown as a forage crop as well as a grain crop. There is no significant commercial seed production in Nebraska. Grain sorghum is used domestically as livestock feed, in ethanol production, and to a limited extent as a food crop.

Grain sorghum is also exported to several countries. All sorghum hybrids (grain and forage) are susceptible to ergot disease. Ergot is a disease that impacts sorghum production directly by infecting unfertilized flowers and preventing seed development. Ergot also impacts sorghum production indirectly. Affected fields with honeydew-covered …

Mp00-75 The 2000-2001 Nebraska Poultry Report, Mary M. Beck, Mindy M. Brashears, Necmettin Ceylan, Shelly R. Mckee, Lisa Nolan, Sheila Scheideler, Eva Wallner-Pendleton, Kimberly K. Franzen, Uaichai Puthpongsiriporn, Mohammad A. Jalal, Jodi Ash, Elizabeth Marsh, Haitham Yakout, Curtis Novak, D.J. Jordan, Ryan Mass, Ramiro Lucena, Mohammed Alomad, Samar Elnagar, Jennifer Bridger, Marcos X. Sanchez, Wade M. Fluckey

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

The Nebraska Poultry Report is produced every two years by the Animal Science Department's poultry faculty with contributions from others in the University of Nebraska who work with avian species. The purpose of the report is to make our activities known to the poultry industries in Nebraska. The majority of articles are based on on-going research but are written in a relaxed style for ease of reading.

Ec00-899 Sorghum Basis Patterns From Selected Sites In Nebraska, Lynn Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

The following publication contains the sorghum basis patterns for several towns in Nebraska. Price information was collected through surveys, newspapers, electronic media, etc. The listing includes towns representative of different geographic locations in Nebraska. The amount of data varies among locations. This publication will be updated each year by adding a year's data to each location. This allows the user to observe the changing of basis patterns over time.

Ec00-898 Wheat Basis Patterns From Selected Sites In Nebraska, Lynn Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

The following publication contains wheat basis patterns for several towns in Nebraska. The basic price information was collected through surveys, newspaper, electronic media, etc. The listing includes towns that are representative of different geographic locations in Nebraska. This publication will be updated each year by adding a year's data to each location which will allow the user to observe the changes in the basis patterns over time.

Ec00-802 Soybean Basis Patterns From Selected Sites In Nebraska, Lynn Lutgen

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

The following publication contains soybean basis patterns for several towns in Nebraska. The basic price information was collected through surveys, newspaper, electronic media, etc. The listing includes towns that are representative of different geographic locations in Nebraska. The amount of data varies among locations. This publication will be updated each year by adding a year's data to each location which will allow the user to observe the changes in the basis patterns over time.

G00-1393 Grazing Alfalfa (Revised September 2004), Jerry D. Volesky, Bruce E. Anderson

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Alfalfa is the most productive and versatile forage legume grown in Nebraska. Cutting for hay or silage has been the traditional method of harvest, but many options also exist for grazing. With current technology and proper management beef gain can exceed 1,000 pounds per acre with acceptable stand persistence.

Grazing alfalfa may be a cost efficient means of harvest for some producers. This NebGuide explores alfalfa and alfalfa/grass options, varieties and stand establishment, and grazing and bloat management.

Nf00-429 Controlling Pond Algae With Barley Straw, John C. Holz

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Algae are microscopic, free-floating plants which comprise a critical component of a lake's food web. They are fed upon by tiny animals called zooplankton which are an important food source for fish. Algae color the water green or brown, and uncontrolled growth can lead to nuisance surface scums, poor water clarity, noxious odors and an overall reduction in the lake's recreational value. Excessive levels or "blooms" of algae occur when nutrients, especially phosphorus, are abundant. After taking steps to reduce the amount of phosphorus entering a lake, it may be desirable to control the algae growth directly. Typically this is …

Ec00-2540 Field Records For Restricted Use Pesticide Applications And Integrated Crop Management By Private Applicators, Clyde Ogg, Larry D. Schulze, Charles A. Shapiro, William L. Kranz, Ralph D. Kulm

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Private applicators must record their restricted use pesticide (RUP) applications, as required by the Food, Agriculture, Conservation and Trade (FACT) Act of 1990. The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service administers this activity. In Nebraska, RUP application records must be maintained for three years from the date of application. The certified pesticide applicator should retain these RUP records, but must be able to make them accessible for copying by authorized representatives. This booklet is a suggested guide for preliminary or final RUP application records.

Nf00-411 Seed Treatment Fungicides For Soybeans (Revised January 2004), Loren J. Giesler

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

The most common soybean disease problem in Nebraska is seedling damping off and seed rot caused by several fungi. Early season damping off and root rots are often followed by premature death, which in many instances may be attributed to fungal infections earlier in the season.

This NebFact discusses the seed treatment fungicides for soybeans. These includes protectants (contacts) that are effective only on the seed surface; and systemic fungicides that are absorbed by the emerging seedling, which inhibit or kill the fungus inside host plant tissues.