Slowdown in Nebraska land prices tied to grain, zoning limits
Land price gains eased as lower grain prices and tighter rural zoning curb development near cities. Nebraska brokers and officials say nonirrigated land peaked. ranch land prices declined. Omaha area land near the city averages about 1200 per acre as strict zoning slows new subdivisions and growth.
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United Press International
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Omaha
al Butler
Town and Country Realty of
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Musk thistle research tour near Ord Nebraska
An evening tour on June 28 will showcase musk thistle research at Aagaard farm north of Ord. Ext weed specialist Alex Martin will present a herbicide treatment comparison and a biological control insect study. Participants should use Highway 70 north from Ord and follow directions to the site.
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New Year's Day and Independence Day fiber Day. Thanksgiving and Grmmarays SUBSCRIPTION RATES covered by carrier in Columbus Oo per month By ebrasha. $20.
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National Farm Safety Week Spotlight Tractor Day at UNL Mead
National Farm Safety Week runs July 25 31 with Tractor Day at UNL Field Laboratory near Mead sponsored by the Agricultural Engineering department and Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Emphasis on energy use and conservation. Carter proclaims the observance now in its 34th year with the theme Safety is a Good Investment.
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Buzzing With Bob Cornborer Update In Area
Extension agronomist Duane Kantor reports cornborers now inhabit midrib and stock regions of corn leaves. Control remains difficult though egg laying is waning. Activity is 10 to 14 days earlier. monitor corn 30 inches or taller for borers.
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Extension tips warn herbicide drift and water needs for livestock
Extension guidance warns that weed sprays can drift and damage desirable plants and trees. It urges spraying only in calm conditions, warns against Dicamba near crops, and notes animals require ample water in heat. It also promotes the Lawn and Garden Clinic at the U S 30 Center Mall with drop off options at the Extension Office.
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U.S. 30 Center Mall
Economist weighs export prospects for farm goods
University of Nebraska Lincoln economist Everett E. Peterson predicts U S farm exports may top 24 billion in 1977 with a positive trade balance near 10.5 billion as volumes rise in cotton oilseeds and livestock while grain exports ease. He notes strong askew projections for world crops and regional shifts in markets including the Middle East Asia Europe and Canada.
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University of Nebraska- Lincoln Extension
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Expert urges holding pond cleanout as Nebraska rainfall rises
Nebraska rainfall frequency has increased prompting experts to urge feedlot operators to inspect livestock waste systems. E A Ole Olson UNL extension engineer warns debris basins and risers can hinder proper drainage and overflow may damage systems. Prompt pumping is cheaper than repairs and helps prevent seepage into streams. 600 systems exist in the state.
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Pits Should Be Pumped Says Conservationist Harms
Ed Harms of the U S Soil Conservation reminds farmers that pits used for gravity irrigation must be pumped before starting. He notes recent heavy rains partially filled some pits and lingering tailwater reduces capacity, raising the risk of illegal runoff.
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U.S. Soil Conservation Service
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Corn borers and crazy top threaten Nebraska corn yields
University experts warn June weather favors European corn borers with leaf feeding visible early and damage rising to stalk penetration. Treatments like Furadan and Diazinon are recommended when 25 to 50 percent of plants show damage, while crazy top from excessive moisture causes tassel issues but rarely cripples yields.
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln Northeast Station
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension
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New Phi Tau Omega Chapter Formed at UNL
A new chapter of Phi Tau Omega, the honorary society for food science, has been established on the University of Nebraska Lincoln campus.
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Phi Tau Omega
Honorary Society For Food Science
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
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