Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Care for the elderly in rural Nebraska is facing a potential crisis. With facilities shutting down, older Nebraskans have less options for their healthcare. Cindy Houlden from the Nebraska Cooperative Development Center talks about a program that is looking at solutions to the growing senior population and the diminishing health care facilities issue.

Leafy spurge can overrun areas around your fields if not managed properly. Nebraska Extension Forage Educator Ben Beckman says mapping and proper timing of herbicide treatments will help control the noxious weed.

Chemicals in weedy forage can cause skin problems in cattle. Nebraska Extension Veterinarian and Beef Educator Lyndsay Waechter-Mead talks about what plants are problematic and what to look for when it comes to photosensitization in cattle.

As we approach the end of spring, it may be time to start thinking about how to mitigate summer heat in feedlots. Nebraska Extension Educator Alfredo DiConstanzo talks about strategies to reduce heat stress in cattle.

For farmers and ranchers, having enough cash on hand to make purchases throughout the year may not always be possible. Many producers use loans to help their businesses get the inputs and assets they need. Nebraska Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf talks about the basics when it comes to farm loans and discusses several options for farmers who need cash for critical purchases throughout the year.

EPA policies and U.S. demand for renewable fuel with low-carbon mandates will hopefully drive demand for biofuels. Nebraska Extension Ag Policy Specialist Brad Lubben talks about how there might be a decent future for biofuels, despite being a soft market in recent years.