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UNIVERSITY of NEBRASKA-LINCOLN -- -- -- Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Nebraska Extension Publications About Contact Us Customer Service About Extension Browse Publications Animal Agriculture Communities & Leadership Crops Farm Management Food & Nutrition Insects Lawn & Garden Natural Resources Pesticides Plant Diseases Youth & Families 4-H English Language Spanish Language Other Resources Search nebraska extension publications FEATURED RESOURCES How can the proper use of soil moisture sensing technologies help me maximize crop yields? Soil-water status (soil moisture) plays a critical role in determining yield potential of crops. Irrigation management requires the knowledge of “when” and “how much” water to apply to optimize crop production and increase and maintain a high level of water use efficiency. Can I help my child develop healthier eating habits by encouraging mindful eating? Eating can be a joyful experience for both children and the adults caring for them. This publication provides information about mindful eating to support caregivers and children in developing healthy eating habits by practicing more awareness, curiosity, and gratitude when preparing and eating healthy food. How do I properly prune my fruit tree? Pruning, maintenance techniques, and timing for fruit trees are different than for other trees in the landscape. Applying good cultural practices and pruning techniques can help to improve the potential for high-­quality fruit. Should I consider perennial grasses or grass-legume mixtures as part of my crop rotation plan? Annual crop production is not always profitable on some land. This land often has a history of erosion. Including perennial grass or a grass-legume mixture in the rotation may be a means to improve soil productivity and profitability while achieving other benefits. How can my community support young entrepreneurs? Many Generation Z youths have the qualities necessary to become entrepreneurs. Promoting youth entrepreneurship can aid economic development in communities. Where can I find the latest research on beef cattle production? The 2020 Nebraska Beef Cattle Report is now available for download. Are there inexpensive ways renters can save on energy costs? The following tips are designed to tenants save energy with few out-of-pocket costs. What do my horses need to stay healthy in the winter? Winter horse care is described in this NebGuide: energy requirements, feeding alterations, water requirements, hair and hoof implications, and shelter needs. BROWSE PUBLICATION BY SUBJECT AREA Animal Agriculture Communities & Leadership Crops Farm Management Insects Lawn & Garden Food & Nutrition Natural Resources Pesticides Plant Diseases Youth & Families 4-H English Language Spanish Language Follow and Engage with Nebraska Extension CONTACT US For more information about the subjects contained in our publications or on how to order print copies of our publications Nebraska Extension 211 Agricultural Hall Lincoln, NE 68583-0703 402-472-2966 402-472-5557 unlextension@unl.edu For questions about downloading publications Journals Customer Service University of Nebraska Press 1111 Lincoln Mall Lincoln, NE 68588-0630 journals@unl.edu RELATED LINKS Programs for Communities Nebraska County Fairs U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture Nebraska Online & Distance Education CAMPUS LINKS Directory Employment Events Libraries Maps Office of the Chancellor News Report an Incident POLICIES & REPORTS Emergency Planning and Preparedness Institutional Equity and Compliance Notice of Nondiscrimination Privacy Policy Student Information Disclosures UNL web framework and quality assurance provided by the Web Developer Network · QA Test UNIVERSITY of NEBRASKA-LINCOLN Established 1869 · Copyright 2020...