Nebraska Extension Almanac Radio University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Ranchers, particularly new ranchers, will want to consider attending the 2024 Nebraska Ranch Practicum. Nebraska Extension Educator Troy Walz says the practicum covers an entire season of ranching and has valuable lessons on all things ranching.

How much nutrient is being delivered by spreading livestock manure on your cropland? Nebraska Extension Educator Leslie Johnson talks about the value of nutrients in manure and why it helps farmers save on fertilizer costs.

Ranchers considering increasing their inventory of calves due to current prices might need to think about how that could affect their bottom line. Nebraska Extension Ag Economics Specialist Matt Stockton says there are several issues to consider like the stage of your current operation, depreciation, as well as taxes before buying new cows.

Nebraska Extension Educator Glennis McClure says farmers should carefully examine several accounting aspects of their operation to determine their financial status and growth. She discusses how net farm income affects the total net growth of an operation.

Warmer weather means insects are going to start bothering us as we head out for outdoor activities. Nebraska Extension Urban Entomologist Jody Green talks about how to keep mosquitos and ticks away from you this spring.

Is it a good idea to let your turf grow for an entire month without mowing? Nebraska Extension Turfgrass Specialist Roch Gaussoin says No Mow May might be a good idea to help pollinators, but it could spell trouble for your grass.