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Nebraska Agribusiness Club: The 43rd Annual Honors Banquet, John Owens
Nebraska Agribusiness Club: The 43rd Annual Honors Banquet, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Our first Public Service to Agriculture Award this evening will be presented posthumously to Dr. Charles H. Adams who compiled an enviable record advising and teaching more than 10,000 students during 37 years at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He was a member of what is now the Department of Animal Science in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources in the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Nebraska Agribusiness Club, The 43rd Annual Honors Banquet: Dayle E. Williamson Presentation, John Owens
Nebraska Agribusiness Club, The 43rd Annual Honors Banquet: Dayle E. Williamson Presentation, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
A young man who worked 20 hours a week in the Russell Stover Candy factory and spent most weekends helping his father on the farm while attending college, is our next recipient of the Nebraska Agribusiness Club's Public Service to Agriculture Award. He is Dayle E. Williamson, a native of Fillmore County, graduate of Ohiowa High School and the University of Nebraska in General Agriculture, who planned to be a farmer. He served in the U.S. Army, joined the Nebraska National Guard, and was employed as a University Extension agent in Gage and Jefferson counties. Then Dayle embarked on what …
Abn Summer Tour Business Meeting, John Owens
Abn Summer Tour Business Meeting, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Several things to update you on tonight, including the $1 million in proposed budget cuts for IANR, the life sciences report that followed the review team's visit to campus in March, and we have a commitment for a new animal science department head I'm delighted to tell you about. I'm going to talk a bit about what we see as some of the major issues on the horizon for IANR in FY 10, and I want to end with several of the many good news pieces we could share. Then we'll hope to have some time for questions and discussion.
Nebraska Hall Of Agricultural Achievement Dinner, John Owens
Nebraska Hall Of Agricultural Achievement Dinner, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
It is my pleasure to be with you tonight celebrating the accomplishments of the new additions for 2009 to the Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement. I'm delighted to have this opportunity to help recognize these individuals so deserving of their honors. It's a privilege to say, "well done and thank you" to people who make such significant contributions to the world, who live their lives meaningfully in the way they have chosen to put their talents and energies to work.
Introduction Of Lavon Heidemann: The Omaha Agri-Business Club Dinner, John Owens
Introduction Of Lavon Heidemann: The Omaha Agri-Business Club Dinner, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
It is a honor to introduce Lavon Heidemann of Elk Creek at this fine event. He has achieved distinction as an agricultural producer, a leader in the Nebraska Legislature, and a strong supporter of education at all levels, particularly young people interested in agriculture.
Abn Noon Remarks For Legislators Luncheon, John Owens
Abn Noon Remarks For Legislators Luncheon, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Abraham Lincoln is a hero of mine. And, probably of yours as well. We celebrate his 200th birthday this February, and I'd like to start today with a Lincoln story I think appropriate for our times - and certainly for all luncheon speakers.
Abn Morning Remarks, John Owens
Abn Morning Remarks, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Folks, molecular life sciences are critical to the future of agriculture. Not just important – critical. It also is critical that IANR is well-positioned to incorporate the latest science and technology through its programs, faculty, and staff to create needed knowledge to prepare today’s and tomorrow’s professionals and to extent the knowledge necessary to keep Nebraska’s agriculture and associated activities competitive. Not everyone agrees on, or in some cases understands, the best way to accomplish this, including the importance of maintaining the appropriate balance of faculty expertise necessary to address, in an integrated fashion, creation of new knowledge to meet …
Krvn - Gudmundsen Field Day, John Owens
Krvn - Gudmundsen Field Day, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
John, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources has various locations throughout Nebraska for research and educational purposes. One such location is the Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory, which this past week was the site for the annual Youth Field Day.
2008 Water Colloquium, John Owens
2008 Water Colloquium, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
It is my very great pleasure to have this opportunity to welcome you to the 2008 Water Colloquium, hosted by our Water Center and the Water Resources Research Initiative here at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln.
Nebraska Urban Pest Management Conference, John Owens
Nebraska Urban Pest Management Conference, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
It is my very great pleasure to welcome each of you to this 16th Annual Nebraska Urban Pest Management Conference here in Lincoln. I'm John Owens, University of Nebraska Vice President and Harlan Vice Chancellor of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and I am so glad to be here with you this morning. As an entomologist, this conference certainly is one for which I have great affinity and much interest.
Nebraska Winery And Grape Growers Forum And Trade Show, John Owens
Nebraska Winery And Grape Growers Forum And Trade Show, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Good afternoon, everyone, and welcome to this 11th annual Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Forum and Trade Show. I'm John Owens, University of Nebraska Vice President and Harlan Vice Chancellor of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources. I'm delighted to be with you on this second day of a very fine and informative conference.
Omtvedt Innovation Award Winners, John Owens
Omtvedt Innovation Award Winners, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
It is a wonderful pleasure to have this opportunity today to present, two Omtvedt Innovation Awards to Institute colleagues whose outstanding work is a source of tremendous pride and inspiration for us all.
Casnr Salute To Graduates, John Owens
Casnr Salute To Graduates, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
We appreciate your being with us this afternoon as we celebrate the accomplishments of tomorrow's graduates from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Thank you for attending and, congratulations to the class of 2008! This ceremony has become both a fixture and a tradition in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. As a matter of fact, it took the national "First Place Award" in a 2006 competition that was open to all universities in the United States.
Bullets For Casnr Faculty Meeting Remarks, John Owens
Bullets For Casnr Faculty Meeting Remarks, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
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Carl Albin Spader Leadership Luncheon, John Owens
Carl Albin Spader Leadership Luncheon, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
In the past two years you've had a number of opportunities to explore and strengthen your own, personal leadership abilities. You've also been able to observe and study the leadership styles of people working at the state, national, and international levels.
Master Conservationist Presentations 2008, John Owens
Master Conservationist Presentations 2008, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Our first Master Conservationist award this evening goes to Curtis and Sandi Roth of Gordon, in the Panhandle, District A. Would Curtis and Sandi please come forward? When Roth decided to change his 2,030 dryland corn acres from a conventional to a no-till system in 1993, most of the information came from newsletters and magazines about experiences farther east. He began by adapting methods and equipment to the climate and soils of northwestern Nebraska. Today Curtis uses no till exclusively and follows a rotation of winter and spring wheat, sunflowers, corn, alfalfa, and millet. This no-till system has allowed Roth …
Presentation Remarks: Gamma Sigma Delta Award Of Merit, John Owens
Presentation Remarks: Gamma Sigma Delta Award Of Merit, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
I am really pleased to have this opportunity to present the 2008 Gamma Sigma Delta Award of Merit to Alan Baquet. Being here to say "Congratulations, Alan," is a special treat for me - and I do say, "Congratulations, Alan." You are very deserving of this honor.
Casnr Salute To Graduates, John Owens
Casnr Salute To Graduates, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
We appreciate your being with us this afternoon as we celebrate the accomplishments of tomorrow's graduates from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. These students truly are a reason for celebration. Thank you for attending and congratulations to the class of 2008! This Salute to the Graduates ceremony has become a wonderful tradition in the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.
Lead Presentation - Shout It Out, John Owens
Lead Presentation - Shout It Out, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Good afternoon, everyone. Those of us representing the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources are pleased to be here with you today. We welcome you to IANR Shout It Out, the exciting Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources game that allows you to test your IANR and Nebraska knowledge, learn exciting new facts, and most importantly of all win prizes!
Ianr Research And Extension Centers And Their Associated Districts, John Owens
Ianr Research And Extension Centers And Their Associated Districts, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
It's a pleasure to have this opportunity to speak with you about the University’s four strategically placed Research and Extension Centers and their associated extension districts, all part of the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Lead Group Presentation, John Owens
Lead Group Presentation, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Let me begin today by offering my congratulations to each of you who is a member of this new LEAD class. You are embarking upon a truly exciting, rewarding opportunity, important to both you and Nebraska. Our state needs good leaders, people dedicated to keeping our organizations, communities, and Nebraska strong, and moving forward. We need leaders of courage and compassion, able to think clearly, assess information, formulate a plan, and adjust that plan as needed. We need leaders who work toward a common good.
Distinguished Fellowship Awards Luncheon, John Owens
Distinguished Fellowship Awards Luncheon, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
It's a true pleasure to see everyone here today as we gather for this distinguished fellowship awards luncheon. On behalf of everyone present, I extend heartiest congratulations to each of you who is an award recipient. We are so pleased for you, who are being honored, and we are so delighted to have you with us.
Louv Presentation, John Owens
Louv Presentation, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Good evening everyone, and welcome to this highly anticipated presentation by Richard Louv, author of "Last Child in the Woods: Saving our Children from Nature Deficit Disorder."
Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory Open House: Wagonhammer Education Center, John Owens
Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory Open House: Wagonhammer Education Center, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Today at this terrific Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory open house I want to begin with three thank you’s. First, thank you for attending. It is a treat to see all of you here, and we thank you for your presence and your interest in this key university program.
Alumni Advisory Council Presentation - Wick Alumni Center, John Owens
Alumni Advisory Council Presentation - Wick Alumni Center, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Folks, I'm so pleased to be here with you today to talk about the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the exciting, valuable contributions our faculty, staff, and students are making to Nebraska and, indeed, the world. Last year an independent study found the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources provides a conservative 15-to-1 return on state tax dollars invested with us. We call that study the At Work for Nebraska study because well, that's what we are about.
Abn Morning Session, John Owens
Abn Morning Session, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
December's wintry weather started me thinking about the December seven years ago when my wife Virginia and I slid into town looking forward with real enthusiasm to our new adventure with the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Nebraska Hall Of Agricultural Achievement Dinner, John Owens
Nebraska Hall Of Agricultural Achievement Dinner, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
It is my pleasure to be with you tonight celebrating the accomplishments of these wonderful and worthy new additions to the Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement. I'm delighted to have this opportunity to help recognize these Nebraskans so deserving of their honors. It is a privilege for all of us to say, “well done and thank you” to people who make such significant contributions to the world, who live their lives meaningfully in the way they choose to put their talents and energies to work.
National Science Foundation - 4-H Robotics Grant Announcement, John Owens
National Science Foundation - 4-H Robotics Grant Announcement, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Bullets for announcement of the nearly $2.5 million grant to 4-H from the National Science Foundation to take its robotics curriculum national.
Friends Of The Maxwell Arboretum Tree Planting, John Owens
Friends Of The Maxwell Arboretum Tree Planting, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
"Each generation takes the earth as trustees," J. Sterling Morton, founder of Arbor Day, once said, adding, "We ought to bequeath to posterity as many forests and orchards as we have exhausted and consumed."
Abn Morning Session, John Owens
Abn Morning Session, John Owens
John Owens: Speeches and Appearances
Folks, I've been asked to talk with you today about my vision for the future, so let's get right to it. First, my vision is this: Agriculture will remain Nebraska's leading industry. It's importance will grow in our state. It already has. In 1990 one in four Nebraskans depended upon agriculture in some way for their livelihood. Last year Dr. Charles Lamphear told us it's one in three in his study for the Nebraska Policy Institute.