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G82-596 Use And Management Of Micronutrient Fertilizers In Nebraska, George W. Rehm, E.J. Penas

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide focuses on the use of the micronutrients zinc and iron.

Of the 16 elements known to be essential for plant growth, 7 are used in very small amounts and are classified as micronutrients. These are zinc (Zn), iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), copper (Cu), boron (B), molybdenum (Mo) and chlorine (Cl).

Micronutrients are supplied to plants from two sources: 1) soil minerals and 2) organic matter. They are released as the soil minerals break down over a period of time by weathering. The major portion of the micronutrients made available to plants, however, probably comes from the breakdown (mineralization) …

G82-630 Concrete Construction: Obtaining Quality Results, David P. Shelton, James M. Harper

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide describes the prior planning, site preparation, forming, ordering, placing, finishing, jointing and curing needed for successful concrete construction projects, especially slabs or flatwork.

Concrete is an excellent construction material for many agricultural applications. By paying careful attention to some major considerations, quality concrete construction can be achieved. The result can be years of reliable service.

G82-591 Bushel Rents For Nebraska Cropland, H. Douglas Jose

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

The purpose of this NebGuide is to help tenants and landowners assess bushel rents and to arrive at agreements which are economically sound and fair to both.

Crop share or cash rent arrangements have been used in most farm leases in Nebraska for many years. Recently, the bushel rent approach has gained favor in the state, especially with landowners. These rental arrangements are sometimes also called flexible cash rents or standing rents.

The purpose of this NebGuide is to help tenants and landowners assess bushel rents and to arrive at agreements which are economically sound and fair to both.