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Co2 Flux And C Balance Due To The Replacement Of Bare Soil With Agro-Ecological Service Crops In Mediterranean Environment, Emanuele Radicetti, O. Adewale Osipitan, Ali Reza Safahani Langeroodi, Sara Marinari, Roberto Mancinelli Apr 2019

Co2 Flux And C Balance Due To The Replacement Of Bare Soil With Agro-Ecological Service Crops In Mediterranean Environment, Emanuele Radicetti, O. Adewale Osipitan, Ali Reza Safahani Langeroodi, Sara Marinari, Roberto Mancinelli

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Intensive agriculture practices often results in decomposition of organic matter, thus causing soil CO2 emissions. Agro-ecological service crop could be profitably cultivated to improve soil characteristics and reduce CO2 emissions under Mediterranean environment. Two-year field trials were conducted in central Italy. The treatments were three agro-ecological service crops (hairy vetch, oat, and oilseed rape) and a no-service cover. Plant development, soil characteristics, and CO2 emissions were measured. Oat and oilseed rape showed a rapid growth, while hairy vetch started to grow rapidly only after the cold period. Soil CO2 emissions trend was similar among the agro-ecological …


Nitrogen And Weed Management In Transplanted Tomato In The Nigerian Forest-Savanna Transition Zone, J. A. Adigun, O. S. Daramola, O. R. Adeyemi, P. M. Olorunmaiye, O. A. Osipitan May 2018

Nitrogen And Weed Management In Transplanted Tomato In The Nigerian Forest-Savanna Transition Zone, J. A. Adigun, O. S. Daramola, O. R. Adeyemi, P. M. Olorunmaiye, O. A. Osipitan

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Weed infestation and inherent low soil fertility are among primary reasons for low yields of tomato in Nigeria. Field trials were carried out during the wet season of 2015 and 2016 to evaluate yield response of tomato to nitrogen (N) application and weed control methods in the forest-savanna transition zone of Abeokuta, Nigeria. Positive relationship exists between growth of weed species and increase in N application. Across the years of study, increase in N up to 90 kg/ha increased weed density by 11–25%, however, the increased N gave the transplanted tomato competitive advantage and thus enhanced weed smothering. Pre-transplant application …


Case Study: Feed Intake And Performance Of Heifers Sired By High- Or Low-Residual Feed Intake Angus Bulls, J. Minick Bormann, D. W. Moser, T. T. Marston Jan 2010

Case Study: Feed Intake And Performance Of Heifers Sired By High- Or Low-Residual Feed Intake Angus Bulls, J. Minick Bormann, D. W. Moser, T. T. Marston

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

The objective of this project was to investigate the effects of selecting sires for residual feed intake (RFI) on the performance of their daughters. Bulls with low or high estimated breeding values (EBV) for RFI were selected from the Angus Society of Australia sire summary and mated to Angus cross commercial cows at the Kansas State University Cow-Calf Unit in 2005 and 2006. The average EBV of low- and high-RFI bulls were −0.55 and 0.27 kg DM, respectively. Heifers born in 2006 were tested for feed intake in 2 groups (n = 24, n = 26), and heifers born in …


Riparian Buffers For Cleaner Water Jan 2009

Riparian Buffers For Cleaner Water

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Our conservation ethics determine the importance we place on water, one of our most precious natural resources. All life revolves around and depends on clean water. Quality of life now and for future generations is dependent upon our current treatment of water resources.


The Northeast Station ... 25 Years Of Research, Extension And Service Jan 2009

The Northeast Station ... 25 Years Of Research, Extension And Service

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

For the past 25 years, the Northeast Station at Concord has served as the cornerstone of University of Nebraska agricultural research and Extension activity in northeast Nebraska. This year marks the twenty fifth anniversary of the founding of the station and commemorates the dedication of the citizens of this area in their commitment to its success.
While the land the station occupies may not look different from its surroundings, its purpose is. The Northeast Station operates as a part of a statewide agricultural experiment station and Cooperative Extension Service network. The mission of the station is to research agricultural topics …


Northeast Research And Extension Center Haskell Agricultural Laboratory Vip Tour Aug 2008

Northeast Research And Extension Center Haskell Agricultural Laboratory Vip Tour

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Contents:
Welcome
Conservation Buffers: Conservation Buffers to Protect Water Quality by Dave Shelton
Crop Nutrition: Nitrogen Use Efficiency by Charles Shapiro
Water Resources: Surface Runoff by William Kranz
4-H Youth and CRD: Nebraska 4-H by Vickie L. Greve
Beef Cattle Research: Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) by Terry Mader
Integrated Weed Management: Flaming for Weed Control by Stevan Knezevic
Entomology: Comprehensive Insect Management by Tom Hunt
Makin’ Money Entrepreneurship Camp by Sandy Preston
Swine Research by Don Lewis
Extended Education: Extending Campus Resources in the District by Vicky Jones
Nebraska Forestry: Great Plains Tree and Forest Invasives Iniative by Steve …


Celebrating 50 Years … Of Pioneering New Frontiers In Northeast Nebraska Public Field Day Aug 2007

Celebrating 50 Years … Of Pioneering New Frontiers In Northeast Nebraska Public Field Day

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Contents:
Schedule of Events
Field Day Map
Exhibits and Activities
Brief History of the Haskell Ag Lab
A Very Special Thank You!
To Our Donors & Volunteers


Walking Tour Guide Of The Northeast Arboretum Jul 2006

Walking Tour Guide Of The Northeast Arboretum

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Contents:
Landscape Stewardship Site of the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum
The Fruit Orchard
Perennial Flowerbeds
Island Plantings
Vine Display


Effects Of Removal And Remixing Of Heavyweight Pigs On Performance To Slaughter Weights, M. C. Brumm, L. J. Johnston, D W. Rozeboom Jan 2006

Effects Of Removal And Remixing Of Heavyweight Pigs On Performance To Slaughter Weights, M. C. Brumm, L. J. Johnston, D W. Rozeboom

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

An experiment was conducted to determine the effects of heavyweight pig removal and remixing on performance. The experiment used a total of 450 pigs (31 kg initial BW) that were sorted and remixed at a mean replicate BW of 73 kg. Treatments were 15 pigs/pen from initial BW to slaughter (15S), 20 pigs/pen from initial BW to time of sort and remix, then reduced to 15 pigs/pen (20/ 15), and 15 pigs/pen from time of sort and remix to slaughter, comprised of the 5 heaviest pigs from each of three 20/15 pens per replicate (15M …


Case Study: Tympanic Temperature And Behavior Associated With Moving Feedlot Cattle, T. L. Mader, M. S. Davis, W. M. Kreikemeier Jan 2005

Case Study: Tympanic Temperature And Behavior Associated With Moving Feedlot Cattle, T. L. Mader, M. S. Davis, W. M. Kreikemeier

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Body temperature is often used as an indicator of animal health status. In a series of handling experiments, tympanic temperatures (TT) were obtained in unrestrained feedlot cattle. In a January experiment (BW = 531 ± 54 kg), TT were increased (P


Oviposition By European Corn Borer (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) In Response To Various Transgenic Corn Events, Richard L. Hellmich, L. S. Higgins, John F. Witkowski, J. E. Campbell, L. C. Lewis Oct 1999

Oviposition By European Corn Borer (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) In Response To Various Transgenic Corn Events, Richard L. Hellmich, L. S. Higgins, John F. Witkowski, J. E. Campbell, L. C. Lewis

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Oviposition preference by European corn borers, Ostrinia nubilalis (Hübner), for or against transgenic corn would influence amounts of refuge required for resistance management. The objective of this research was to determine if various Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) corn transgenic events influence O. nubilalis oviposition. All commercially available events (currently 5) were evaluated, plus 1 experimental event. Results from 3 independent studies are reported, including 3 field-cage experiments with vegetative corn, 2 field-cage experiments with reproductive corn, and 2 field experiments with natural O. nubilalis on reproductive corn. In each case, Bt corn hybrids are compared with their near isogenic hybrids by …


Feedlot Diet Roughage Level For Hereford Cattle Exposed To Excessive Heat Load1, T. L. Mader, J. B. Gaughan, B A. Young Jan 1999

Feedlot Diet Roughage Level For Hereford Cattle Exposed To Excessive Heat Load1, T. L. Mader, J. B. Gaughan, B A. Young

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

In Exp. 1, six individually fed Hereford steers were exposed to hot (HOT) or thermoneutral (TNL) environmental conditions (ENV) while being adapted (stepped-up) to a finishing diet by decreasing roughage level from 55 to 10% of the diet DM over 17 d. Only at 10% roughage did heat exposure result in reduced (P


Nebraska Soybean Learning Centers: “A Systems Approach To Soybean Profitability” Jan 1998

Nebraska Soybean Learning Centers: “A Systems Approach To Soybean Profitability”

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

At The Soybean Learning Center you'll experience an event coordinated by agronomic professionals that will emphasize a practical, hands-on approach in teaching all aspects of soybean production. At three field stops, soybean producers will learn how new technologies affect soybean productivity.


Manure Distribution Field Day Aug 1997

Manure Distribution Field Day

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

As the livestock industry in the midwest undergoes rapid change, issues associated with the storage and land application of the manure have increasingly become a focus of public concern. Both USDA and Land Grant Universities have increased their efforts in addressing the concerns raised in recent years.
The Manure Distribution Field Day on August 28, will highlight many of the research efforts currently underway at the University of Nebraska, Iowa State University, and South Dakota State University. Manure storage systems, land application equipment, and odor control associated with livestock systems will be highlighted. You will be able to view displays …


Northeast Research And Extension Center Vip Tour 1997 Jan 1997

Northeast Research And Extension Center Vip Tour 1997

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Contents:
Welcome by Robert D. Fritschen
Swine Research by Michael Brumm
Beef Research by Terry Mader
Human Nutrition by Darlene Martin
4-H & Youth by Vickie Greve
CRP Research to Crops by Melinda McVey McCluskey
Entomology: Bt Transgenic Corn by Jerry Echtenkamp and John Witkowski
Forestry in Nebraska by Steve Rasmussen
Narrow Row Planting Patterns in Corn by Mark Langrud
Crop Residue Management: Manure Injection by David Shelton
Crop Nutrition by Charles Shapiro
Soil Water Management by William Kranz


Northeast Research And Extension Center Vip Tour 1996 Jan 1996

Northeast Research And Extension Center Vip Tour 1996

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

Contents:
Welcome by Robert D. Fristchen
Integrated Weed Management by David Holshouser
Integrated Pest Management by Keith Jarvi
Crop Nutrition by Charles Shapiro
Soil Water Management: Nitrogen Use by None-Effective Alfalfa by William Kranz
Crop Residue Management: Manure Injection by David Shelton
CRP Research to Crops by Melinda McVey McCluskey
Entmology: Bt Transgenic Corn by John Witkowski
Forestry in Nebraska: Nebraska Conservation Tree/Shrub Program by Steve Rasmussen
Swine Research by Michael Brumm
Beef Research by Terry Mader
Human Nutrition by Darlene Martin
4-H and Youth by Vickie Greve


Looking For The Least Land To Handle Swine Wastes, Dave Howe Aug 1994

Looking For The Least Land To Handle Swine Wastes, Dave Howe

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

This Nebraska study, in its second year, seeks answers on using lagoon effluent safely on least amount of land possible.


New Unit's First Job: Spacing For 300-Pound Market Weight Jul 1994

New Unit's First Job: Spacing For 300-Pound Market Weight

Haskell Agricultural Laboratory (Northeast Research and Extension Center)

You’re looking at the interior of what’s called a “double-wide” swine finishing unit unveiled at the University of Nebraska Northeast Research and Extension Center open house, at Concord, in late June.
Northeast Center swine specialist Mike Brumm says the first study in the new research unit will look at space requirements for feeding pigs to a market weight of 300 pounds under all-in-all out operation. Various pen size and number combinations will be the focus of future research in the unit which can be divided into the following arrangements: Eight pens, each 14 by 16 feet; 16 pens, each 8 …