Enterotoxemia is a bacterial infection that can come on suddenly and be fatal for newborn calves. Veterinarian and Nebraska Extension Beef Educator Lyndsay Waechter-Mead talks about the symptoms and how to treat calves.

As the weather warms up around the state, some pesky weeds will start germinating around your home. Extension Assistant Educator Scott Evans talks about what they are and what you can do about it.

Integrated Pest Management or IPM is the standard way to control weed, disease or insect pests in and around the home. Nebraska Extension Urban Entomologist Jody Green talks about what homeowners can do to prevent infestations before spraying with pesticides.

UNL is offering several STEM camps this summer to help students from grade 5 up to high school seniors learn about the science of food. Food Science and Technology Associate Professor Andreia Bianchini Heubner talks about what the students will be learning during the camps.

Nebraska Extension offers education and training for people who just can’t get enough of gardening and plants. The Master Gardener program has been at UNL since 1976, and Program Director and Extension Educator Terri James says it’s great opportunity for all those green thumbs out there.

Nebraska Extension is offering several workshops and seminars coming up in April. And the popular gardening program Backyard Farmer returns to the air for its 72nd season.

Getting your calves off to the right start can be quite challenging. Veterinarian and Nebraska Extension Beef Educator Lyndsay Waechter-Mead talks about that producers need to understand about weak calve syndrome.

A popular destination on UNL’s East Campus is the Backyard Farmer Garden. Nebraska Extension Educator Terri James says there’s always plants in bloom and it has a large selection of vegetables to check out and perhaps try in your own home garden.

Replacing females in the beef cow herd plays a pivotal role in a sustainable and profitable in cow-calf operations. Nebraska Extension Livestock Educator T.L. Meyer talks about making good decisions while looking at costs and potential returns.

Nebraska farmers could receive incentives for reducing their synthetic, commercial fertilizer use. LB1368 introduced by State Senator Theresa Ibach would help farmers choose more organic methods of fertilization, conserving land and water for future generations.

Newborn calves need a healthy dose of vitamin A to help fight off bacterial infections. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Mary Drewnoski talks about the process of proper feeding and timing to get the vitamin into calves.

We think of insect pests as an annoyance and in need of control. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Jody Green says what we think of as pests may just be insects that are out of place. She says all insects serve a purpose, but when they’re invading our homes and gardens they can become a pest.

There are some genetic indicators that might predict if your cattle will suffer from congested heart failure. UNL veterinarian Brian Vander Ley says there are also other factors that could lead to the condition and talks about what producers can do about it.

Even the best cattle on the best feedlot can experience a congested heart. UNL veterinarian Brian Vander Ley talks about bovine congestive heart failure and some of the indicators that point to this condition in cattle.

First time heifers can sometimes experience problems getting pregnant a second time. Extension Cow/Calf Specialist Karla Wilke discusses some of the reasons why getting a new heifer pregnant can be tricky.

Weird weather in Nebraska isn’t something out of the ordinary. Having a home landscape that can withstand some of our wild swings in temperature and precipitation will mean a lot less management problems. UNL Director for Landscape Services Jeff Culbertson talks about a climate resilient landscape.

Retained placenta is rare in most cow herds but is seen with difficult births. Nebraska Extension Veterinarian and Beef Educator Lyndsay Waechter-Mead says producers should be mindful of a cow’s condition and extra nutrition needs during and after pregnancy.

There is a nationwide shortage of veterinarians and certified vet techs in rural areas, and it’s even worse when it comes to care for large animals. Dr. Larry Marshall from the Bertrand Veterinary Clinic says a program from the University of Nebraska College of Agricultural Science and Natural Resources is designed to meet that need.

It’s not too early to begin thinking about planting spring forages. Nebraska Extension Range and Forage Specialist Jerry Volesky talks about what options producers have and how to anticipate the need for extra feed.

To help bolster the shortage of large animal veterinarians in the state, the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is offering financial assistance to Nebraska students pursuing degrees in Animal or Veterinary Science. At a recent press conference with Governor Jim Pillen, CASNR Dean Tiffany Heng-Moss discussed the program and encouraged incoming students to be a part of it.

A program offered by the University aims to bridge the gap among producers, sellers and buyers seeking foods grown in the Cornhusker state. Nebraska Extension Cooperative Development Center Director Charlotte Narjes talks about the membership drive for Buy Fresh, Buy Local.

Filling up your freezer with beef is a great way to save money and enjoy beef year-round. Nebraska Extension Meat Specialist Jordan Wicks talks about beef processing and delivery both from a consumer and producer viewpoint.

On today’s program Extension Beef Cattle Reproductive Physiologist Rick Funston discusses MGA feed protocols for estrus synchronization and response with artificial insemination.

Making sure your planter is properly maintained and ready to go is critical to planting success. Nebraska Extension Engineer Paul Jasa talks about inspecting and making sure your planter is ready for the season.

Volatile grain markets are nothing new to Nebraska Farmers. On today’s Almanac, Global Commodities Analytics President Mike Zuzulo talks about key factors that could affect this year’s prices.