Monday May 13, 2024
New USDA Research Facility at UNL
With the groundbreaking of a new USDA research facility at UNL, Nebraska agriculture is at the forefront of feeding the world. Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen talks about how Nebraska farmers will benefit from this new facility.MP3
https://research.unl.edu/blog/construction-begins-on-groundbreaking-precision-ag-research-center/
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Tuesday May 14, 2024
Controlling Horn Flies on Pastured Cattle
Nebraska’s spring weather conditions have made it more difficult to predict the emergence of horn flies. Nebraska Extension Educator Dave Boxler talks about several products that producers can use to control horn flies on pastured cattle.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/horn-flies-and-control-options
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Wednesday May 15, 2024
Lone Star Tick and Red Meat Allergy
Ticks can be active all year round, but May/June is regarded as high tick season in Nebraska. Jody Green Nebraska Extension Urban Entomologist says been on the lookout for one tick in particular this year called the Lone Star tick which can transmit a serious red meat allergy to humans if bitten.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/practice-tick-safety-avoid-getting-allergy-red-meat
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Thursday May 16, 2024
Horn Fly Management on Pastured Cattle
Horn flies and stable flies will soon start to be a problem for livestock producers in Nebraska. Dave Boxler Nebraska Extension Educator talks about having a fly management plan for your pastured cattle.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/horn-flies-and-control-options
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Friday May 17, 2024
Keeping Rabbits Out of Your Home Landscape
Rabbits are undoubtedly the cutest of backyard critters, but they can wreak havoc on your garden beds. Nebraska Extension Wildlife Specialist Dennis Ferraro offers a few tips to keep them away.MP3
https://youtu.be/xmTFhYWPvAo