USDA Estimates Soybeans Planting to Increase to Record-Setting Levels in Several States. In his regular column, NU Policy Analyst Roy Frederick discusses impacts of the World Trade Organizationon Farm Policy. As snows across the state finally melt away, homeowners may be surprised to see an increased presence of several turfgrass diseases. If spring rains continue to delay fieldwork, no-till may provide a solution that is both cost efficient and energy efficient and helps protect soil resources. Using a self-developed computer program, entomologist Richard W. Mankin, can tell the difference between the sounds made by termites, root weevils, and many other insects.
Researchers study the details of how crops and conservation tillage help warehouse carbon resources.
Through low crop prices, drought and rising input costs, Nebraska's agricultural real estate market remains relatively stable. Omega Eggs, produced using a patented University of Nebraska management system, are now available at Hy-Vee supermarkets in seven states under a licensing agreement. Roy Frederick discusses Nebraska's census results and trends in growth.