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Pesticides need to be managed in such a way to optimize pest control while minimizing pesticide loss to the environment.

Evaluation of Diverse Cover Crops Across Nebraska: Findings from Spring-planted Cover Crops in 2022

photo of cover crop variety trial at Sidney, Nebraska.
Results from 2022 variety trial research conducted on numerous cover crop species at five UNL research stations across Nebraska.

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Private Pesticide Training Offered by Zoom for 2023

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Zoom training sessions will focus on pesticides for corn and soybean on March 8 and April 4, and for pastures on March 21.

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Nebraska On-Farm Research Network Meetings Begin Feb. 15

Combine in Field, photo by Laura Thompson
Nebraska farmers and agronomists are set to present results of their 2022 on-farm research studies on cover crops, variable rate seeding, starter fertilizer, biological products, seed treatments, variable rate nitrogen management and more.

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Commercial and Noncommercial Pesticide Applicator Training in 2023

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In addition to in-person and online training sessions, individuals can recertify their pesticide applicator licenses at five conferences in 2023, including Nebraska Extension's Crop Production Clinics beginning Jan. 4 across the state.

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Chemigation Training in 2023

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Chemigation training is offered at face-to-face events and online through the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy, at no cost to the individual.

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