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LINCOLN — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is currently accepting applications for enrollment in the Conservation Stewardship Program, the nation’s largest conservation program. Applications for funding this year need to be completed by May 29, 2020.
Read moreHARTINGTON — While Mother Nature has been giving us small tastes of spring, then pulling right back, the reminder that pasture green up is just around the corner shouldn’t be ignored.
Read moreLINCOLN — In the coming weeks, the Nebraska Rural Poll will arrive in the mailboxes of 7,000 Nebraskans living in rural parts of the state, just as it has each year since 1996.
Read moreLINCOLN — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is currently accepting applications for enrollment in the Conservation Stewardship Program, the nation’s largest conservation program. Applications for funding this year need to be completed by May 29, 2020.
Read moreLINCOLN — Specialty crops, like fruits, vegetables, hops and honey, add value and diversity to Nebraska agriculture, the state’s number one industry. That’s why the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) encourages growers and outdoor pesticide applicators to work together to protect sensitive commercial specialty crops and pollinators from pesticides. Pesticides include all categories of pest control products such as herbicides, insecticides and fungicides.
Read moreLINCOLN — Farming has always been an unpredictable business. Each year, factors like weather conditions, market price fluctuations and input prices can all lead to uncertainty. This year is shaping up to be no exception as the world grapples with COVID-19. This virus is particularly worrisome, as it spreads easily and symptoms can vary drastically, if infected.
Read moreDeanna Anderson
Cedar County News
COLERIDGE — In the midst of the coronavirus outbreak, a local woman has stepped in to help with the shortage of face masks.
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