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Nf96-267 Hog Cash Contracts, Allen C. Wellman

Agricultural Research Division: News and Annual Reports

This NebFact has information on the traditional provisions of a fixed price forward cash contract for a seller of livestock.

Ec96-779 Lagoons For Management Of Livestock Manure, Gerald R. Bodman

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

A lagoon is a specifically designed manure storage facility. A properly designed lagoon also functions as a treatment system. Manure in any storage facility undergoes some biological decomposition. However, any decomposition of organic matter which occurs in a conventional storage is coincidental and not part of the design procedure or considerations.

The proper design of a lagoon gives special consideration to biological decomposition of organic matter. In fact, the design is intended to promote or enhance the breakdown of organic matter.

This publication discusses the types of lagoons. It covers the design, construction, and guidelines of maintaining a lagoon.

Ec96-764 Teaching Farm & Ranch Safety: Multi-Disciplinary Activities For Elementary Students

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

You've heard the stories. Perhaps you've even experienced one first-hand. Each year in the United States, about 300 kids are killed in agricultural accidents, and at least 5,000 more are seriously injured. Education is a valuable tool in reducing these frightening numbers.

This Teacher's Guide is targeted toward elementary students (Grades 4-6), and contains background information to help you implement the accompanying student activities. If you do not have an agricultural background, some of this information will be new to you. Even if you live or have grown up on a farm or ranch, you may learn something new from …

G96-1301 Income Tax Issues Related To Scaling Down Or Liquidating A Beef-Cow Operation, Gary Bredensteiner

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

This NebGuide discusses the tax implications of reducing or shutting down a beef-cow operation.

Downsizing cattle numbers is occurring through herd reductions and complete liquidations. Whether partial or complete, liquidations have income tax implications. Those implications vary depending on the timing of liquidation, origin of the animals liquidated, nature of the liquidation, and organizational structure of the business. This publication considers the tax situation of the sole proprietor beef cattle business owner who uses cash accounting for tax purposes.

While the information contained in this document is thought to be accurate, it should not be used as a substitute for …

G96-1293 Feedlot Abandonment Recommended Procedures, Richard K. Koelsch, Gerald R. Bodman

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

An abandoned animal feeding facility is a significant threat to the environment. Procedures to minimize the risk are discussed.

Feedlot abandonment occurs for various reasons, including economic and social changes, environmental concerns, consolidation for more cost effective management and operation, and modification of personal goals. Whether a feedlot is abandoned for a short time until some crisis passes, or permanently, steps are necessary to minimize the risk of environmental degradation.

Under both scenarios, an abandoned feedlot poses an immediate threat to surface and groundwater quality. The unused facility is also a potential nuisance and source of health problems for humans …