Convention At Holdrege Promises Irrigation Focus
Holdrege hosts the Nebraska Irrigation and Reclamation Association convention November 30 to December 2. The program stresses deep well irrigation with talks on groundwater districts, pump irrigation problems, and state water resource organization trends. Nebraska aims for integrated hydrologic units and potential district reorganizations, with legislative implications.
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Nebraska Irrigation and Reclamation Association
Nebraska
Paul Fischbach
University of Nebraska
Tom McFarland
High Plains
Lubbock
Texas
York County
Robert Raun
Norman
Nebraska Natural Gas Irrigators Association
Raun
University of Nebraska Board of Regents
Eugene C. Reed
Lincoln
NN Conservation
Axthelm
Nebraska Assn
Soil and Water Conservation Districts
Nebraska Association of Swcd
Nebraska Soil and Water Conservation Commission
Legislative Council
Nebraska State Irrigation Association
Erosion study tests mulch methods to protect Nebraska waterways
Nebraska University researchers N P Swanson and A R Dedrick report on techniques to anchor organic mulch for newly seeded waterways. Their winter issue study covers Prairie hay mulch combined with disk packing, asphalt emulsion, or both, tested on a St Paul waterway and three eastern Nebraska sites amid heavy rainfall.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
University of Nebraska
N. P. Swanson
A. R. Dedrick
U.S. Department of Agriculture Engineers
NN Department of Agricultural Engineering
College of Agriculture and Home Economics
St. Paul
1967 ACP changes summarized for cost sharing
The Cheyenne ASCS outlines 1967 ACP updates including A-2 native grass establishment cost limits by pure live seed, seven year maintenance, and possible livestock exclusion. New A-2A covers perennial grasses and legumes with 40 percent grass by weight, five year maintenance. A-3 is replaced by A-2A. B-2 deferment rules, years, and rates rise to 60 percent by year three. C-1 waterway mixes require 40 percent grass, C-4 terraces gains, wildlife plots under G, ponds G-3 add draw-down tubes and stock according to state guidance, with broader rate shifts and encouragement to contact Cheyenne ASCS for details.
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ASCS
Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service
God Waterways
Nebraska Game, Forestation and Parks Commission
Cheyenne Ascs
Keep Cars At Best Weather Blamed For Winter Crashes
Chief Sol Willis warns winter accidents are worsened by weather. Drivers should prepare by ensuring brakes are balanced, snow tires mounted, chains secured, wiper blades fresh, battery and ignition sound, and all lights functional to stay on the move.
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Sol Willis
Scratch Pads For Your Business Or Around Home
The Sidney Telegraph advertises scratch pads suitable for business use or home office tasks. Contact 836 11th Ave for details on sizes, pricing, and ordering options.
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Sidney Telegraph
11Th Ave
Off Season Is Best Time To Work On Farm Machinery
University of Nebraska Extension engineer urges off season care to ease next crop season. Inspect, repair, and protect machinery, change oil, grease engines, drain systems, protect from corrosion, and store parts properly. Includes battery care, belt handling, cleaning interiors, and protecting metal and canvas. Rigorous guidance appears amid Nebraska safety notes discouraging traffic deaths.
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Lincoln
Delebert E.lane
University of Nebraska Extension
Lane
Machinery costs per crop acre and safety reminder
This article provides a method to calculate machinery cost per crop acre including fuel, depreciation, taxes, and operating expenses, then compares averages across Nebraska farms for 1965. It notes higher costs for irrigated farms and beef operations, with western beef ranches lower. It ends with a Safety Patrol reminder urging drivers to protect children near traffic.
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James Greer
University of Nebraska
Nebraska Electronic Farm Record Project
Nebraska
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