U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, secured $16 million in additional funding for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural
By Kathy Tando, Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Weeding is an all-season job. But work smarter. First, have moisture in the ground. For the most success,
By Kathy Tando, Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Whenever possible, skip the use of a chemical. However, occasionally it is necessary. Take precautions. Be safe. Wear
By Jessica Groskopf, Nebraska Extension Agricultural Economist Economists are taught to assume that humans are rational and make decisions accordingly. Working with farm and ranch
The public is invited to attend a FREE backcountry tour of the north side of Scotts Bluff National Monument on Tuesday, July 23rd at 6:00
By Chabella Guzman, PREEC communications / Gary Stone, Nebraska Extension educator Temperatures will increase dramatically from July 10 to 15, with the National Weather Service
By Kathy Tando, Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Always be cautious in using a chemical. First and foremost, use it per the label specifications – it’s
Updates to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission’s Chronic Wasting Disease Management Plan are the focus of a virtual public meeting at 7 p.m. Central
The Nebraska Department of Agriculture’s (NDA) Poultry Photo Contest is currently accepting entries from poultry-raising 4-H and FFA members. Current 4-H and FFA members can
Beginning today, July 8, county election offices are accepting early voting applications for the general election. A Nebraska voter can either download the early voting
By Senator Tom Brewer With the Independence Day holiday behind us, it will be back to work for the Legislature soon. Normally at this stage
By Kathy Tando, Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Consider these tips to help maximize the health of your lawn. Keep your mower blade sharp, mow with
Northwest Nebraska Region Local Board #5656-00 expects to be awarded federal funds in the amount of $11,500 Phase 41 under the Emergency Food and Shelter
By U.S. Senator Deb Fischer There’s a lot of buzz around electric vehicles. Some climate activists claim they’re an environmental cure-all, while others note their
Commentary by Bill Bullard, CEO, R-CALF USA There’s a fierce conflict within the U.S. cattle industry right now. One side says we need to reverse