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Nebraska Extension’s Summer Stocker/Yearling Tour is June 23 near Broken Bow. Learn drought management, grazing strategies & latest research from local operations UNL specialists. 9–9:30 a.m. registration @ Custer Co Fairgrounds.
$20 (includes lunch). Register by June 19: go.unl.edu/summerstockertour
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Screwworm is unlikely to live through Nebraska winters, but the real danger is imported, summer-time infestations—so vigilance on incoming animals and rapid response to suspicious wounds is key. Read more at beef.unl.edu/new-world-screw… #beef @IANRmedia_UNL @UNL_IANR
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Nebraska Extension will host a free June 11 webinar, Management Options in Drought, to help beef producers navigate ongoing dry conditions and make informed management decisions. Register: go.unl.edu/drought2026
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Are you a rancher that has to do farming on occasion? This field day is for you. We'll look at the cool season irrigated forage plots and discuss other irrigated forage options. 10 CT next Tuesday (Jun 9) in Valentine at the Middle Niobrara NRD. No RSVP needed. Message me w/ ?'s
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Nebraska Extension will host a free June 11 webinar, Management Options in Drought, to help producers navigate ongoing dry conditions and management decisions. Register: go.unl.edu/drought2026
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Join @UNLExtension on June 23 near Broken Bow for the Summer Stocker/Yearling Tour! 🐮 Learn from producers managing drought conditions and hear updates from @UNLBeef specialists on grazing strategies and a new vitamin and mineral balancing tool. ›› buff.ly/OEC9aSg 🔗
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UNL Beef retweeted
Checking in on our demonstration plots at Middle Niobrara NRD 🌱 Fall-seeded progress: • Hard red winter wheat & triticale coming along • Upland pasture seeding off to a rough start • White clover establishing—corn going in this May 🌽 Spring plots are in: • Spring barley & triticale • Oats (2 varieties) with & without peas Biweekly updates coming—stay tuned! #NFieldObs #NebExt #Forage #Pasture @UNLExtension @UNL_CropWatch @CattleNerd @UNLBeef @MiddleNrd97728
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We are hosting a tour to see virtual fencing in action with two farm visits, a visit to our research station, seeing first hand 3 of the collar options and interacting with representatives from all the VF companies. @unlbeef beef.unl.edu/news/see-virtua…
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Facing tough grazing decisions this summer? Before you sacrifice pasture health or overpay for feed, read more on options for replacing summer pasture and stretching forage resources: beef.unl.edu/replacingsummer… #beef
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The future of agriculture, natural resources and Nebraska communities is bright. We’re proud to celebrate our May 2026 graduates and the impact they’re already making across Nebraska and beyond. See more from this year’s #GoBigGrad graduate profiles: go.unl.edu/oxr2
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From pasture to profit, the Nebraska Ranch Practicum equips you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to make informed decisions on your operation. Secure your spot and start building your future ›› nebraskaranchpracticum.unl.e… 🔗
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May is National Beef Month 🥩 From pasture to plate, beef production plays a vital role in Nebraska’s economy and communities. At West Central, we’re proud to support research and extension efforts that help producers raise quality beef while caring for our land and resources.
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Nebraska Extension has published a new online labor guide to help farm and ranch employers navigate hiring, onboarding, employee development, retention and termination. Available at ianrnews.unl.edu/article/new…
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Still making ranch decisions with coffee, gut instinct, and a weather app? The Nebraska Ranch Practicum teaches a real decision‑making framework: hands‑on, ranch‑relevant, and tested on realities. Enroll by May 5 at nebraskaranchpracticum.unl.e… or DM me.
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Cattle markets have made a strong run here this spring, but we're starting to see some pressure build after testing key resistance levels. Livestock Analyst Kyle Bumsted gives us his take on what's driving the market right now and what could be ahead. youtu.be/QEi2AoIGlRk
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A recent workshop on drought management provided participants with tools and strategies to navigate current dry conditions across the state. With access to drought monitoring and forecasting tools, producers can plan ahead, explore management options, and identify resources. 💧
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Join us in Hyannis on April 20 for a wildfire recovery meeting supporting Nebraska ranchers. 📍 Hyannis Public School ⏰ 4–6:30 p.m. MDT (meal at 6:30) Learn about assistance, recovery tools and next steps: go.unl.edu/k502
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Topics will include current drought conditions and outlook, drought-related impacts and how to report them, useful tools (such as the U.S. Drought Monitor, Grass-Cast, and more), and drought management insights. More and RSVP at nsco.unl.edu/news/upcoming-d…
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Coming up this week…
Wildfire recovery support is here. Join Extension, USDA FSA & NRCS: 📍 Apr 8 Arthur 📍 Apr 9 Brady 📍 Apr 10 Oshkosh ⏰ 3:30–6 p.m. ( meal) Resources, grazing options, disaster programs & next steps. 🔗 go.unl.edu/raxg
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