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Science-Based Organic Farming: A Resource For Educators, Charles A. Francis, Mindi Schneider, Brad Kindler

Publications from the Center for Applied Rural Innovation (CARI)

Organic farming is an important and growing part of the United States food system. The organic sector has grown by at least 20% per year for the past two decades, and currently shows no indication of slowing in this growth. There is increasing consumer concern about where and how food is produced, and people want to be assured access to safe and healthy food products. Interest and concern about food security, and discussion about the merits of a local food system as compared to the vulnerable globalized marketplace are also becoming increasingly important. In Nebraska we have only limited local …

Nebline, May 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

UNL Termite Workshops Can Help You Make Better Decisions About Termites
Controlling Yellow Nutsedge
Garden Guide: Things to do this month
Annual Vines in the Landscape
Blue Flowers for the Garden
Garter Snakes are Urban Snakes
Keep Unwanted Bird Flocks from Dropping In
Backyard Wildlife: How to Attract Birds with Nest Material
May is Time to Control Leafy Spurge
Scrap Tire Collection May 15 & 16
Fertilizing Grasses in Pastures
Wheat Plot Tour June 10
Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben Pioneer Farm Family Awards
Pay Attention to Utility Lines When Planting Trees
Slime Flux in Trees
Bittersweet Vines, Colorful But Invasive
Growing …

Nebline, April 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Nose Printing as a Method of Cattle Identification
Eye-Catching Technology
Henbit or Ground Ivy- How to Tell the Difference
Night-Blooming Flowers
Garden Guide: Things To Do This Month
Growing Parsley
Competing with Ants for Kitchen Counter Space? You May Have Odorous House Ants
Everything Homeowners Need to Know About Termite Control
Spring Turkey Hunting Workshop
2004 Household Hazardous Waste Collections
Look For Vole Damage
Fertilizing Grass Pastures and Hay Lands
Liming Acid Soils – pH and Buffer pH
Scrap Tire Collection May 15 & 16
Give Trees a Chance with Proper Weed Control
Utility Tractor Recall
Daily Tractor Maintenance
Use …

Miscellaneous Publication 8/2004 - Midas User Manual. Version 1, Ross Kingwell, Felicity Flugge, Emma Kopke, Michael O'Connell

Farm Systems and Economics published reports

What is MIDAS?

It's a computer model of dryland farming in Western Australia. MIDAS is an acronym (Model of an Integrated Dryland Agricultural System). Currently there are five versions of MIDAS, each describes a representative farm in a particular farming region of Western Australia. Versions exist for the following regions (see Figure 1):

• the Eastern Wheatbelt;
• the Central Wheatbelt;
• the West Midlands;
• the Great Southern; and,
• the South Coast.

Each of these versions is a mathematical programming model of a representative farm.

Nebline, March 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

All-American Selections: 72 Years of Award-Winning Plants
Nature, the Ultimate Recycler
Scrap Tire Collection Announced
Guidelines for Farm Debt
Roosting Starlings are a Nasty Problem
UNL Beekeeping Programs for 2004
Cats in the Neighborhood Can be a Nuisance, Harmful to Local Wildlife
Ants on the Web
Eating GREEN on St. Patrick’s Day
Easy PB & Banana Waffles Recipe
Oh Those Darn Portion Sizes
Tea Time! - Brewing a Tasty (& Healthy!) Cup of Tea
Eating Dairy Products May Help Children Control Their Weight
President’s Notes – Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints
FCE News & Events
National Poison Prevention Week is March …

Drive Through Arcata Bottom Interview With Ike Moxon (2004), Susie Van Kirk

Susie Van Kirk Papers

Ike drove and Susie took notes. We started out by trying to identify the remaining dairies on the Bottom: 1. Cardoza (Masonic Lodge property on Jackson Ranch Road, formerly Richard Moxon's place; 2. John and Jack Mason's on Foster; 3. Louie Ferreira on Lanphere Road; 4. Jose Homem at north end of Seidell Road, old Pontoni place; 5. Collenberg on Mad River Road where road turns to the west; 6. Gomes on Parton Lane near Janes Road and on West End Road; 7. Domingo Santos on Vaissade Road; 8. Nicholson on Mad River Road; 9. unknown on west side of …

Nebline, February 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Lancaster County Benefits from a Year-Round Farmer’s Market
Computerized Financial Record Keeping Workshops
Check Condition of Stored Grain
The Dream of Country Living
Attracting Birds with Proper Habitat
Urban Agriculture is Branch of Modern Sustainable Agriculture
Power Tool Safety
See “Red” on Valentine’s Day
Strawberry Sauce Recipe
Golden Apple Oatmeal Recipe
A Healthy Plate - What Does It Look Like?
No-Salt Sloppy Joe Seasoning Mix
President’s Notes – Janet’s Jargon
Household Hints: Keep Heating & Cooling Costs Under Control
FCE News & Events
Sharing Meals Important to Building Family Unity
Ease Parenting During Teen Years With Communication, Involvement
A Caring …

Facts About Footrot - A Special Booklet For Neighbours Of Properties Which Have Been Quarantine For Footrot, Or Farmers Wanting To Know More About Footrot, Department Of Agriculture, Western Australia

Animal production and livestock published reports

Footrot is a contagious disease of sheep and goats caused by a mix of different bacteria, with the essential one being Dichelobacter nodosus. The bacterial infection can cause varying degrees of damage to the horn of the foot, leading to lameness, and significant loss of body weight and wool production.

There are two main forms of footrot - virulent and benign. Both are caused by D. nodosus. Footrot is diagnosed using two methods; inspecting sheep's feet, and testing skin scrapings in the laboratory

Discovery: The Student Journal Of Dale Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences - Volume 5 2004, Several Authors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Letter From The Dean, Gregory J. Weidemann

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Nebline, January 2004

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Rural Living Carries Rewards, Responsibilities
Monthly “Acreage Insights” Clinics Focus on Rural Living Topics
Caring for Florist Azaleas
Garden Guide
Starting Avocado Seeds
Growing Norfolk Island Pines
Prevention and Control of Rabbit Damage
Don’t Let the Bed Bugs Bite!
Birds Need Water in Winter Too
Use Compact Fluorescent Lamps to Save Energy
Crop Protection Clinic Scheduled for Jan. 7
Off-Farm Income Important to Farm Families
Private Pesticide Applicator Training
Sorghum Seminars Scheduled
Use Portable Generators Carefully
Unused and Abandoned Wells
Put In The Big Rocks First!
Touchdown Beef Chili Recipe
10,000 Steps for Health
Serving Soup - Safely!
Tips for …

Contents, Discovery Editors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Instructions For Authors, Discovery Editors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Nebline, November/December 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

ABC’s for Good Health because Every Woman Matters!
Stretch Your Food Dollar - Create-A-Casserole Chart
Preparing and Using Pine Cones For Decoration
Forcing Spring-Flowering Bulbs
Garden Guide
Choosing and Caring for Indoor Trees
Understanding Nebraska’s Open Burning Law
“Megaforces of Agriculture” Seminar
Storage Methods to Reduce Hay Losses
Fall is a Great Time to Control Winter Annual Weeds
Consider Stand Density, Weeds When Rotating Alfalfa
Thoroughly Modern Thanksgiving: Turkey Cooking Tips
Healthy Eating: Enjoy Nebraska Foods
Making Changes in Eating Behavior
Web Resources of the Month
Lines from Lynn
Household Hints: Holiday Stain Removal for Washable Fabrics
FCE Achievement Night …

Ua66/5 Newsletter, Wku Agriculture

WKU Administration Documents

Newsletter created by WKU Agriculture Department re: faculty/staff, students/alumni, student organizations and clubs and donors.

Nebline, October 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Check Your Home for Biological Pollutants
Growing Hardy Bulbs
Garden Guide
Time for Garden Cleanup
Storing Vegetables
Horticulture Information Center
Hints for Fruit Storage
Get Started on Your Winter Bird Feeding Program
Hedge Apples: Not a Good Insect Repellent
What are Zoonoses?
Last Household Hazardous Waste Collection!
Don’t Become a Farm Accident Statistic
Add Lime Now for Next Spring’s Alfalfa
Fatality Rate Higher for Senior Farmers
Protect Hearing on the Farm
Preparing an Emergency Water Supply
Site Evaluation
Maintaining Rubber Tires on Farm Equipment
ATVenture Workshop at Halsey 4-H Camp
Ak-Sar-Ben Youth Expo Winners
Charter Club Applications Due Oct. 31 …

Nebline, September 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Food Safety Q & A Is This Food Still Safe to Eat?
Garden Guide
Planting Under Established Trees
Seasonal Needle Drop on Evergreens
Drying Gourds
Horticulture Information Center
Is it Really a “Sweat Bee”?
Odd Insects Found in Late Summer
West Nile Virus Alert!
West Nile Virus Q &A
Fall Livestock and Grain Price Outlook Meeting Scheduled
Time to Control Problem Weeds
Preparing Bins to Maintain Grain Quality, Value
Biosolids Increase Yields While Reducing Fertilizer Costs
Burning Wood Safely in a Stove or Fireplace
Water Quality Standards Apply To Public, Not Private Drinking Water
Lagoon Design and Construction
Store It, …

Nebline, August 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Lessons Learned Through Garbology
Pesticide Disposal Collection Aug. 18
Deadline Approaches to Terminate Verbal Farm Leases
Nebraska Fence Viewer Statutes Cover Fence Issues
Fertilizing Crop Land with Biosolids
West Nile Virus is of Concern to Horse Owners During the Summer
Growing Conifers from Seed
Water Trees According to Soil Type
Recognizing Tree Hazards
Healthy Eating: Enjoy Nebraska Foods
Freezing Peppers and Tomatoes
Teaching Proper Hand Washing to School Children
FREE class: Healthy Cooking for 1 or 2
Web Resources of the Month
Lines from Lynn
Household Hints
September Council Meeting
Achievement Meeting
Leader Training
Re-Organizational Packets
Five Steps to a …

Nebline, July 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

2003 Lancaster County Fair
Discover 4-H at the Fair!
Fragrance in the Garden
Vegetable Gardening In The Fall
Garden Guide
Powdery Mildew on Ornamentals
Horticulture Information Center
Landfill Rates Haven.t Changed Since 1996
Adult Mosquito Control
Landfill 2003 Fees
About Opossums
Visit 4-H Web Cam
Selling CRP Land? What You Should Know
Plant Alfalfa in August
Nitrate Sampling Strategies
Don.t Forget About Prussic Acid
Farmers Market Pricing Strategies
Fertilizing Trees
In Dry Weather, Watering More Critical For Some Plants
Handling Food Safely on the Road
Healthy Eating: Enjoy Nebraska Foods
Bowl Them Over with Pears!
Moms Learn About Good Nutrition …

Nebline, June 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Norris Students Get a Grade of Job “Well” Done in Innovative Project
Watch for Squash Vine Borer
Water Use in the Landscape
Low Water Use Flowers for Your Landscape
Garden Guide
Horticulture Information Center
What’s New with Pressure Treated Lumber
West Nile Virus Concerns Horse Owners
Dead Birds Being Accepted for Testing
Do all Mosquitoes Carry West Nile Virus?
Information for Acreage and Small Farm Owners
Time to Harvest Bromegrass Hay
Ammoniate Wheat Straw for Extra Feed
2003 Pesticide Container Recycling Dates
Tanks vs. Ponds and Creeks for Livestock Water
Preparing the Lawn for a Potential Drought
Fertilizing Azaleas
Know …

Nebline, May 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Grasshoppers Thrive in Drought Conditions
Grasshopper Identification
Reducing Energy Bills for Irrigation
2003 Pesticide Container Recycling Dates
Latest U.S. Drought Monitor Map
Buffalograss - The Other Green Grass
Careful Spraying is a Key to Preventing Foliage Damage
Squirrels Cause Spring Frustration
Weather & Climate Information on the Web
Weed Control Essential for New Seedlings
How to Fill Up, Not Out! (Part 2)
Healthy Eating: Enjoy Nebraska Foods
Fitness For You!
Web Resources of the Month
Lines from Lynn
Household Hints: Storing Garments
  Family Community Education (FCE) Council Meeting
Sizzling Summer Sampler
When Times are Tough: In the Aftermath of War …

Nebline, April 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Plant and Pest Diagnostic Services Can Help You!
The Value of the Correct Diagnosis
Planning to Plant a Tree? Read This First!
What Day is Arbor Day?
Garden Guide
Easter Lily Care Take A Field Trip To Audubon Spring Creek Prairie
Termite Control Workshop May 22
Walk for the Birds
Summary of 2002 Nebraska West Nile Virus Surveillance Results
Household Hazardous Waste Collections for 2003
Security Concerns for Pesticides or Fertilizers
Graze Conservatively Following Drought Year
Nebraska Pioneer Farm Awards Deadline May 1
Managing Fertilizer Use in Dry Soils
Latest U.S. Drought Monitor Map
Preparing the Lawn for a Potential …

Nebline, March 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

What Does Drought Stress Do to Trees and Landscape Plants?
2003 All-America Selections
Garden Guide
Landscaping, Home Maintenance Helps Prevent Termites
Install Nest Boxes for Birds Now
Termite Control Workshop May 22
Carpenter Ants: Indicator of Moisture Problems
Consider Drought When Preparing Pasture Leases
Pesticide Collection March 17
Prescribed Pasture Burning School April 4
Latest U.S. Drought Monitor Map
Animal Unit Values of Various Types and Sizes of Grazing Animal
Answers to Questions About Liming Acid Soils
Overview of Direct Marketing Methods for Produce
Cleaning the Kitchen Cupboard: Can This Food Be Saved? (Part 2)
Healthy Eating: Enjoy Nebraska Foods …

Nebline, February 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Access Extension’s Extensive Resources On the Information Highway
An Inside Look at lancaster.unl.edu
2003 All-America Rose Selections
Garden Guide
Hints for Starting Transplants
Azalea Plant Care
Check for Vole Damage
Hunting Workshop: Spring Turkey
Protect Your Well Water
Natural Insecticides Aren.t Always So Safe
Chemigation Training Feb. 18
Computerized Financial Record Keeping Workshops
Unwanted Pesticide Collection March 17
Workshop Dates and Locations
Latest U.S. Drought Monitor Map
Selling Horticulture Produce
Selecting and Using Hardwood Firewood
Cleaning the Kitchen Cupboard: Can This Food Be Saved?
Healthy Eating: Enjoy Nebraska Foods
Making the Five Food Groups “Come Alive” for Pathways Families
Web …

Discovery: The Student Journal Of Dale Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences - Volume 4 2003, Several Authors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Instructions For Authors, Discovery Editors

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.

Action Education In Land Use Decisions: Student Views On Urbanization And Farmland Loss, Mindi Schneider, Charles A. Francis, Dick Esseks

CARI Extension and Education Materials for Sustainable Agriculture

Loss of prime farmland is a serious concern in the United States and around the globe. With rapid urban population increases, the activities and perceived needs of concentrated groups of people result in the swallowing of some of the most fertile lands in this country. Today we have just under 2 acres of productive farmland per person in the United States. Given the current population growth rate due to births and immigration, plus the present rate of farmland loss, World Watch Institute estimates that we will have about 0.6 acres or one-third as much farmland available per person by 2055--a …

Strategies For Range Beef Cattle Producers In Arid Environments Following Drought, Tom Holman, David Baltensperger, Pat Reece, Ivan Rush

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension: Historical Materials

Precipitation can be below average for much of the Nebraska Panhandle and adjoining areas for prolonged periods. Prolonged drought results in an inadequate supply of forage for hundreds of thousands of beef cattle on millions of acres of rangeland. While some variation occurs among ranches and among pastures within a given ranch, all rangeland vegetation in arid environments like western Nebraska can be moderately to severely damaged by drought stress and/or excessive grazing. Consequently, even if soil moisture is not limited in the years following a drought, spring growth rate will be reduced and total annual forage production can be …

Nebline, January 2003

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Family Leadership Key to Community Leadership
Gardening Resolutions
Garden Guide
Humidity and Plants in the Home Environment
Horticulture Information Center
What Do Birds Like to Eat?
Dealing with Roosting Birds
Chicken Feathers Can Now be Used in Air Purifying Filters
Creepy-Crawlies in your Cereal
Put Farm Leases in Writing for Legal Protection
Private Pesticide Applicator Training Jan. 25, 29 & Feb 10
Check and Aerate Stored Grain
Computerized Financial Record Keeping Workshop March 18
Add Lime Now for Next Spring’s Alfalfa
Protecting Water from Freezing
Fire Safety in the Home
Latest U.S. Drought Monitor Map
Sizing Up Food Portion Sizes …

Letter From The Dean, Gregory J. Weidemann

Discovery, The Student Journal of Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences

No abstract provided.