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Apache Plume In The Landscape, Heidi Kratsch

All Archived Publications

Description: Apache plume is an evergreen shrub that can reach five feet tall and wide in a landscape setting. This plant’s most distinguishing and attractive feature is the feathery, red- turning-pink seedhead that emerges after the white rose-like, five-petaled flower fades. In the same family as Mexican cliffrose, both species produce similar deeply lobed small leaves; Apache plume’s leaves are lighter green and more finely textured. The bark becomes red and exfoliating with age. Apache plume is a dioecious species, requiring both male and female plants to produce viable seed.

Plan To Support Horticulture Industry Development 2009-2012, Department Of Agriculture And Food, Western Australia

Horticulture published reports

The Plan to Support Horticulture Industry Development ('the Plan') recognises that healthy and profitable Western Australian agricultural industries are integral to the economic wellbeing of regional and rural communities. The Plan promotes a progressive and productive horticultural industry through efficient use of natural resources, high standards of biosecurity, modern marketing, value-adding and research to enhance continuous improvement throughout the supply chain from producer to consumer.

Plan To Support Horticulture Industry Development 2009 - 2012 - For Discussion, Department Of Agriculture And Food, Western Australia

Horticulture published reports

The State Government's increased investment in agriculture and food recognises the integral contribution this sector makes to the economy of Western Australia.

It is a key industry which will support Western Australia's growth beyond periods of boom and through the economic rebuilding phase ahead. Ensuring the State remains highly competitive in both domestic and international markets is vital to the future of our economy

Public funds must be 'money well spent'. This means ensuring the right direction, efficiency and effectiveness of the Department of Agriculture and Food's programs. The department must focus its efforts on economic development - this is …

2009 Accomplishement Report

Southeast Research and Extension Center: Reports and Administration

Agriculture Profitability & Sustainability

Community Viability

Food Safety, Health, & Wellness

Natural Resources Management & Environmental Quality

Youth and Family

2003 Southeast Research & Extension District Clientele Demographics and Economic Profile

Usda Reports Put Pressure On Markets, Remind Growers To Have A Marketing Plan, Paul Burgener

Panhandle Research and Extension Center: Press Releases

Corn and wheat producers received a bit of “bearish” news from a pair of reports released recently by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Ag Economist Paul Burgener says.
The reports, and the resulting fluctuations in crop prices, are a reminder to growers that they should continuously look for opportunities to sell what they produce, to avoid the down cycles and take advantage of favorable prices, he said.
USDA released annual reports on crop acreage and grain stocks on June 30. Nationwide, corn acreage was up by 1 percent over 2008. Nebraska corn acreage increased by 7 percent. …

Getting The Most Out Of Irrigation Water, C. Dean Yonts

Panhandle Research and Extension Center: Press Releases

When we think about getting the most out of irrigation water, efficiency is often the word that comes to mind. Yes, we do need to apply water in an efficient manner, but there are different ways to relate efficiency to irrigation.
First, consider efficiency as it relates to water application. The goal when irrigating is to provide water to a growing plant. But if any of the water runs off of the field or moves below the plants’ root system, application efficiency is reduced because the water that runs off cannot be used by the plant. This is the primary …

How Do Plant Populations Affect Yield?, Drew J. Lyon

Panhandle Research and Extension Center: Press Releases

Farmers who want to reduce high input costs face a decision at planting time: How many seeds per acre to put in the soil? Planting fewer seeds per acre saves money up front, but how does plant population affect yield?
The optimum density or plant population for any given situation results in mature plants that are sufficiently crowded to efficiently use resources such as water, nutrients, and sunlight, yet not so crowded that some plants die or are unproductive. At this population, production from the entire field is optimized, although any individual plant might produce less than would have occurred …

Development And Feeding Of Fall Armyworm On Miscanthus × Giganteus And Switchgrass, Jarrad R. Prasifka, Jeffrey Bradshaw, R. L. Meagher, R. N. Nagoshi, K. L. Steffey, M. E. Gray

Panhandle Research and Extension Center

Observations of fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (J.E. Smith) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), larvae infesting plots of Miscanthus × giganteus Greef and Deuter ex Hodkinson and Renvoize prompted laboratory-based tests of survival, development, and feeding preferences on leaf tissue from M. × giganteus and switchgrass, Panicum virgatum L. Survival from hatch to pupation was >70 and 50% for fall armyworms reared on switchgrass and M. × giganteus, respectively, although survival of the S. frugiperda rice strain was significantly greater than the corn strain on both crops. Developmental times from hatch to pupation or adult emergence showed effects of crop and S. frugiperda …

Of Ants And Elephants: Measuring Student Appreciation For Insects And Charismatic Megafauna During An African Safari, Jeffrey Bradshaw, Marlin E. Rice

Panhandle Research and Extension Center

As part of an International Field Trip in Biology class through the Study Abroad Program at Iowa State University, we had as a goal to impress university students of various academic backgrounds with the insects of the Serengeti region in east Africa. The Matthiessen quote hints at our a priori expectation and main obstacle—wondrous distraction. The promoted goal of the field trip was to educate and expose students to the natural history of northern Tanzania, with a focus on the mammalian and avian fauna, the varied grassland-bushland-montane forest ecosystems, Rift Valley geology, and Maasai culture. The course, conducted during 2005, …

Post Weaning Management Of Heifer Calves Impacts Average Daily Gain And Feed Efficiency As Pregnant Heifers, D. M. Larson, Tonya L. Meyer, L. A. Stalker, Richard N. Funston

West Central Research and Extension Center, North Platte

Three experiments evaluated replacement heifer development systems and subsequent effects on gain and efficiency of pregnant heifers. In Exp. 1 and 2, were developed grazing corn residue (CR; 422 ± 5 kg) or fed in a dry lot (DL; 446 ± 5 kg) prior to breeding. In Exp. 1, a subset of pregnant heifers (n = 40) were individually fed a diet composed of 90% grass hay (11.7 % CP; DM basis) and 10% of a wet distillers grains plus solubles/straw mixture (21.8 % CP; DM basis) during late gestation. In Exp. 2, 55 pregnant …

Genetic And Molecular Characterization Of Vernalization Genes Vrn-A1, Vrn-B1, And Vrn-D1 In Spring Wheat Germplasm From The Pacific Northwest Region Of The U.S.A., Dipak K. Santra, M. Santra, R. E. Allen, K. G. Campbell, K. K. Kidwell

Panhandle Research and Extension Center

The objective of this study was to determine the Vrn-1 allelic composition of spring wheat germplasm from the Pacific Northwest region of the USA. Individual plants from 56 spring wheat lines were crossed to near-isogenic tester lines carrying the dominant allele Vrn- A1, Vrn-B1 or Vrn-D1. F2 progeny were evaluated for growth habit in the field and Vrn-1 allelic composition was determined through chisquare analysis. Lines also were analysed with DNA sequence-based Vrn-1 allele-specific markers. A majority of the germplasm carried the dominant allele Vrn-A1a alone or in combination with Vrn-B1, Vrn-D1 or Vrn-B3 alleles. Vrn-B1 and Vrn-D1 were …

The Effect Of Delaying Initial Feedlot Implant On Body Weight, Average Daily Gain, And Carcass Characteristics Of Calf-Fed Steers, W. Griffin, D. C. Adams, R. N. Funston

West Central Research and Extension Center, North Platte

Two experiments were conducted to determine the effect of delaying initial feedlot implant on BW, ADG, and carcass characteristics. At receiving, steers were assigned to 1 of 2 treatments: 1) implant at feedlot entry (NORM) or 2) implant 30 d after feedlot entry (DELAY). In Exp. 1, steers (n = 200) were not implanted until feedlot entry; however, in Exp. 2 steers (n = 209) were implanted at approximately 50 d of age. In Exp. 1, there was a tendency (P = 0.11) for BW at d 30 to be heavier (10 kg) for NORM compared with DELAY; however, all …

The Effects Of Corn Coproduct Supplementation On Primiparous Cow Reproduction And Calf Performance, D. M. Larson, R. N. Funston

West Central Research and Extension Center, North Platte

An experiment was replicated over 2 yr to determine the effect of additional RUP and dietary fat from dried distillers grains plus solubles (DDGS; n = 2) or wet corn gluten feed (WCGF; n = 2) before breeding on primiparous cow reproduction and calf production. Over 2 yr, 134 postpartum, primiparous cows (429 ± 5 kg initial BW) were fed 1 of 2 isocaloric, approximately isonitrogenous diets in 1 pen/yr (n = 4) providing varying levels of RUP and dietary fat. Treatments were initiated 21 (yr 1) and 60 d (yr 2) postpartum and continued for 56 (yr 1) or …

Penstemon ‘Sweet Joanne’, Dale T. Lindgren, Daniel Schaaf, Kim Todd

West Central Research and Extension Center, North Platte

Penstemon Mitch. (Plantaginaceae Juss. formerly Scrophulariaceae Juss.) is a diverse genus of ≈271 species that occur throughout the United States (except Hawaii), Canada, Mexico, and Guatemala (Lindgren and Wilde, 2003). Many cultivars have been named (Lindgren, 2006). Although selections from interspecific crosses are less common than intraspecific crosses, many European hybrids have been derived from intercrossing species and hybrids from Mexico with the large flowered P. cobaea Nutt. from the central United States. Most of these large and colorfully flowered European hybrids do not overwinter in the United States except in the milder climates.

Selections from intersectional crosses between the …

The Effect Of Adjuvants, Pesticide Formulation, And Spray Nozzle Tips On Spray Droplet Size, Robert N. Klein, Jeffrey A. Golus, Kelli L. Nelms

West Central Research and Extension Center, North Platte

Many factors, including adjuvants, pesticide formulations, and nozzle tips, affect spray droplet size. It is important to understand these factors as spray droplet size affects both drift and efficacy of pesticides, which is a main concern with pesticide application. A laser particle analyzer was used to determine the spray droplet size and distributions of a range of formulations sprayed through several types of nozzle tips. Nozzles included were extended range flat fan sizes 11003 and 11005 (Spraying Systems XR), air induction flat fan sizes 11005 and 11004 (AI) air induction extended range flat fan size 11005 (AIXR), preorifice flat fan …

A Comparison Of Melengestrol Acetate Fed At Two Dose Levels To Feedlot Heifers, G. E. Sides, J. T. Vasconcelos, R. C. Borg, O. A. Turgeon, W. C. Koers, M. S. Davis, K. Vander Pol, D. J. Weigel, C. M. Tucker

Panhandle Research and Extension Center

A randomized complete block design was used to compare the effects of feeding melengestrol acetate (MGA) at 0.4 (0.4M) and 0.5 (0.5M) mg/d per head on feedlot performance, estrus activity, and carcass characteristics of commercial beef heifers (n = 1,418; 10 pens/ treatment). Within 48 h of arrival at the research site, heifers were assigned to treatment, processed according to feedlot protocol, and administered an abortifacient. After adaptation to a 95% concentrate diet, MGA was supplied at either 0.4 or 0.5 mg/head daily. Estrus activity was monitored twice daily and summarized as a count of heifers showing estrus within a …

Effect Of Amount And Timing Of Subsurface Drip Irrigation On Corn Production, Simon Van Donk, James Petersen, Don Davison

West Central Research and Extension Center, North Platte

Subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) has the potential of being a more efficient irrigation system compared to systems such as center pivot and furrow irrigation. The objective of this study was to determine the effect of the amount and timing of irrigation, using SDI, on corn (Zea mays) production. A field study was conducted at North Platte, Nebraska in 2007 and 2008, using two SDI systems. The study was replicated eight times on the older SDI system (SDI1) and four times on the newer SDI system (SDI2). On SDI1, there were nine treatments to impose different irrigation regimes, ranging from dryland …

Penstemon ‘Dark Towers’, Dale T. Lindgren, Daniel Schaaf

West Central Research and Extension Center, North Platte

Penstemon Mitch. (Plantaginaceae Juss. formerly Scrophulariaceae Juss.) is a genus of plants with ≈ 271 species that can be found from low deserts to high alpine areas (Lindgren and Wilde, 2003; Wolfe et al., 2006). It is one of the largest genera of North American wildflowers. Some Penstemon are easy to grow; others are very challenging to maintain (Lindgren and Wilde, 2003). Numerous selections of Penstemon have been named and released (Lindgren, 2006) and many crosses between species have been attempted (Lindgren and Schaaf, 2007). New Penstemon selections are needed that combine valuable traits of multiple species and cultivars. Several …

Growing Rate Of Gain On Subsequent Feedlot Performance, Meat, And Carcass Quality Of Beef Steers, B. A. Loken, R. J. Maddock, M. M. Stamm, C. S. Schauer, Ivan G. Rush, S. Quinn, G. P. Lardy

Panhandle Research and Extension Center

Eighty Angus and Angus × Simmental steer calves were used in a completely random design to determine the effect of rate of BW gain during the backgrounding period on subsequent feedlot performance, carcass characteristics, Warner-Bratzler shear force (WBSF), and sensory analysis. Animals were stratified by BW and allotted randomly to 1 of 10 pens (5 pens/treatment). Dietary treatments were formulated for an ADG of 0.91 kg/d [low BW gain (LG), 1.06 Mcal of NE_g/kg] diets and 1.25 kg/d [high BW gain (HG), 1.19 Mcal of NE_g/kg]. Steers were fed 70 d during the growing period. The …

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 Leading Object: June 2009, John C. Owens

Leading Object

Perspectives; France study trip shows students a different way of agriculture; PGA program director retiring; Bulletin board posting leads Bidrowski to his career; NCTA raises necessary funds for new education center; Plugfest relationships could be a model for Innovation Campus; Three IANR faculty receive NACTA teaching award; Taylor receives award for food allergen research

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 …

Nebline, January 2009

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Creating a Strong Family: Strong Families Have Six Common Characteristics
Ways to Spend Time With Your Family in January
Private Pesticide Applicator Certification Opportunities
Soybean Cyst Nematode Spreading in Nebraska: Free Soil Sampling Kits at Extension Offices
Mystery “Bites”: Unidentifiable Skin Problems Usually Have Non-Insect Causes
Raccoons in the City
2009 Wall Calendar
Beginning Beekeeping 2-Day Workshop
2009 All-America Rose Selections
Shopping for Plants and Seeds
Garden Guide: Things to Do This Month
Birds Need Water In Winter
Attract Winter Birds With Feeders
Top 10 Myths of Entrepreneurship
Winter Houseplant Care
Wishing You a Healthy H-A-P-P-Y N-E-W Y-E-A-R!
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Barriers And Drivers Influencing Adoption Of Perennial Pastures On The South Coast Of Wa, Jamie Bowyer, Rebecca Heath

Resource management technical reports

No abstract provided.

Farming For The Future : Industry Practice Baselines, Danielle England, Susan Murphy-White, John Noonan, Marie Shanks, Jon Warren

Resource management technical reports

No abstract provided.

Effect Of Feeding Melengestrol Acetate, Monensin, And Tylosin On Performance, Carcass Measurements, And Liver Abscesses Of Feedlot Heifers, G. E. Sides, R. S. S. Swingle, J. T. Vasconcelos, R. C. Borg, W. M. Moseley

Panhandle Research and Extension Center

Approximately 4,000 yearling heifers (initial BW = 306 ± 1.9 kg) were randomly allotted into 4 treatment groups to determine the effect of melengestrol acetate (MGA) on feedlot performance and carcass parameters. Treatments included a diet containing monensin (Rumensin) and tylosin (Tylan; RT) fed during the entire feeding period; RT plus MGA (RTM) also fed during the entire feeding period; RT withdrawn 35 d preslaughter (RTwd); and RTM withdrawn 35 d preslaughter (RTMwd). All cattle were implanted at arrival with Revalor-IH and reimplanted with Revalor-200, and were fed a standard feedlot finishing diet (that met or exceeded 1996 NRC requirements) …

Ec179 Managing Livestock Manure To Protect Environmental Quality, Michael A. Reynolds, Brian L. Benham, Richard B. Ferguson, Christopher G. Henry, Charles A. Shapiro, James P. Stack, Charles S. Wortman, Richard K. Koelsch

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Proper utilization of livestock manure is a major environmental concern. Livestock manure has typically been considered a ‘waste product’ of livestock production. A more accurate name for this material is a ‘recycled resource’ from the production of livestock. By managing livestock manure, the producer has a second chance to utilize the nutrients that have already been paid for but not fully utilized by the animal. Collecting, containing, and properly spreading livestock manure will incur additional costs for the producer. However, these costs can be offset or justified by the producer in terms of the yield enhancement and nutrient credits that …

College Of Agricultural Sciences And Natural Resources, 16th Annual Report August 1, 2008-July 31, 2009

College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR): Annual Reports

Introduction

Sixteenth Annual Report for the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR). Reflects on the accomplishments of our faculty, staff and students. Offers the opportunity to review the year, and serves as an archive of accomplishments for the College. Covers the period August 1, 2008 to July 31, 2009.

Seventy-three schools competed for recognition as innovators in undergraduate education; 16 were selected. UNL is the only one selected from among its peer group as well as the only one in the Big 12. UNL is one of five major research universities to be named ‘first tier’ for its …

The Kentucky Agricultural Economic Outlook For 2009, Laura A. Powers, Jennifer Hunter

Kentucky Agricultural Economic Outlook

No abstract provided.