Best University Of Nebraska Lincoln Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 225. Polar vortex stretching will be over soon 19:11

5h ago19:11

19:11

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Tyson Meat Packing Plant Shutdown 4:37

9h ago4:37

4:37

As Lexington grapples with the impending loss of its beef plant, experts say the move reflects long-running structural pressures in the cattle industry, not a sudden shift driven by politics or recent market headlines. Nebraska Extension Livestock Marketing and Risk Management Specialist Elliott Dennis discusses these and other reasons for the shut…

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New Bull EPDs 4:57

7h ago4:57

4:57

New genetic choices will be available for those purchasing bulls this upcoming season. Nebraska Extension Beef Genetics Specialist Matt Spangler talks about how these new Expected Progeny Differences or EPD’s will help producers get the right bull for their operation.By Nebraska Extension

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Winter Cattle Yard Preparation List 4:47

9h ago4:47

4:47

A few hours of preparation can avoid a lot of hours of winter headache. It’s important to be prepared to help your cattle be more comfortable as they try to endure the winter. Nebraska Beef Systems Extension Educator Alfredo DiConstanzo talks about making sure your equipment and facilities are ready for winter.…

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Tyson Meat Packing Plant Shutdown Part 2 4:26

7h ago4:26

4:26

The impending shutdown of a meat packing plant in Lexington is expected to cause serious economic issues in the area. Nebraska Extension Livestock Marketing and Risk Management Specialist Elliott Dennis talks about some of the reasons for the shutdown.By Nebraska Extension

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Using EPDs For Bull Selection 4:10

7h ago4:10

4:10

Using new Expected Progeny Differences or EPD’s can help producers select the right bull to build their herd. Nebraska Extension Beef Genetics Specialist Matt Spangler says using a pre-purchase buying list can help producers narrow down their choices.By Nebraska Extension

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Calving College Webinar Series Returns in 2026 with Hands-On Opportunities 11:16

5h ago11:16

11:16

This popular course returns in 2026 with both online and hands-on workshops. Information about the content of the course as well as registration information is discussed.By UNL BeefWatch

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Bale Grazing as a Winter Feeding Strategy 4:32

12h ago4:32

4:32

With rising input costs, many cow-calf producers are looking for ways to reduce expenses and improve profitability. Nebraska Extension Livestock Systems Educator Brock Ortner talks about the benefits of bale grazing as a winter-feeding strategy.By Nebraska Extension

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Market Journal 1209 28:14

7h ago28:14

28:14

Nebraska Ag Expo Highlights, Trump Farm Relief Package, Cattle Markets, Weather, Autonomous Ag RobotsBy University of Nebraska

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Nebraska demolishes Creighton and Wisconsin 35:27

4h ago35:27

35:27

Jon Walker and Wislon Moore break down the state of the Nebraska college hoops scene after Nebraska notched back-to-back blowout wins over Creighton and Wisconsin.

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Feedlot Management Strategies to Combat Winter Weather 13:58

1d ago13:58

13:58

Practices to reduce stress from cold, wet conditions such as bedding and windbreaks, that can improve cattle performance and health are discussed.By UNL BeefWatch

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Forecast Mixed for Farm Income Going Into 2026 4:48

1d ago4:48

4:48

Chances are If you raise cattle in Nebraska, you’ve had a good year, but crop producers are telling a different story as they struggle to remain profitable. Nebraska Extension Ag Policy Specialist Brad Lubben talks about the dramatic differences between crop and livestock income forecasts for 2026.By Nebraska Extension

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Protecting Young Trees Over the Winter 4:19

3d ago4:19

4:19

Protecting your young trees this winter is important to helping them survive cold temperature. Nebraska Extension Educator Elizabeth Exstrom talks about the importance of mulching and applying an anti-transpirant product to protect young and growing trees.By Nebraska Extension

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Episode 224. Seasonal outlook and look ahead to spring 2026 38:30

37m ago38:30

38:30

In this conversation, Eric Hunt discusses recent weather patterns, precipitation deficits, and the implications of La Niña on future weather conditions. He provides insights into drought conditions, snowpack levels, and seasonal weather predictions for the upcoming months, emphasizing the importance of these factors for agricultural planning and cr…

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Does Bale Grazing Make Sense? 4:52

4d ago4:52

4:52

The technique of bale grazing is a much more acceptable practice in other parts of North America but has yet to take hold in Nebraska. Nebraska Extension Livestock Systems Educator Brock Ortner talks about why bale grazing might be a good practice on your operation.By Nebraska Extension

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Episode 223. State of the agricultural economy with Dr. Ernie Goss (Professor at Creighton) 41:08

5h ago41:08

41:08

In this episode, Dr. Ernie Goss (professor of Economics at Creighton) joins to talk about the state of the rural and regional economy, the impact of tariffs, why land is a good investment, why trade is still crucial, and China can play hardball with us more than our neighbors. Ernie ends by discussing the recent closure of the Tyson plant and the u…

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Decoding Farm Income Headlines 4:52

5d ago4:52

4:52

If you read headlines, you know that Nebraska’s net farm income is projected to rise sharply in 2025, but the gains are driven mostly by livestock and government payments while crop receipts continue to fall. Nebraska Extension Ag Policy Specialist Brad Lubben talks about the mixed signals behind the numbers, and what producers should watch heading…

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Episode 222. Short update on Saturday snow and milder weather next week 10:07

5h ago10:07

10:07

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Prepare for Cattle Lice 14:35

6d ago14:35

14:35

Dave Boxler discusses conditions that enhance lice activity, thresholds at which treatment is warranted and different products that are avaiable for lice control.By UNL BeefWatch

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Watering Tree and Shrubs in the Winter 4:14

8d ago4:14

4:14

In dry winters, all trees and shrubs benefit from winter watering from October through March. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Director of Landscape Services Jeff Culbertson says when temperatures are above 40 degrees, you’ll want to give your plants a drink.By Nebraska Extension

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Market Journal 1208 28:16

5d ago28:16

28:16

Southern rust, Cattle Markets, Weather, Nebraska Ag ExpoBy University of Nebraska

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Myths about Southern Rust in Corn 4:45

18h ago4:45

4:45

This growing season was one for the record books as southern rust invaded corn across the state for a second year in a row. Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Tamra Jackson-Ziems says southern rust was prevalent this year and has heard a few rumors that aren’t necessarily true. She talks about how the pathogen is spread and clears up any rumors b…

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It's Rivalry Week: Previewing the must-watch Creighton-Nebraska game 34:22

1d ago34:22

34:22

Jon Walker and Wilson Moore preview the in-state rivalry game between Creihghton and Nebraska.

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Underused Trees That Have Great Fall Color 4:26

1d ago4:26

4:26

Fall color in trees is always an impressive sight to see. In Nebraska, there are plenty of oaks and maples that will give us those reds, yellows and oranges, but there are many other trees that also have vibrant color. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Green Infrastructure Coordinator Justin Evertson talks about some underused trees and shrubs that …

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LWP Mini S5 Ep 3: Monthly Livestock Updates From Hawaii & Nebraska 8:32

3d ago8:32

8:32

A quick tour of the month’s livestock calendar spans Hawaii’s backyard poultry workshop, a statewide brand re-registration reminder, and Nebraska’s lineup of ag outlooks, tax updates, land lease sessions, captive insurance training, and ranch succession planning. We point to the tools, dates, and choices that help producers manage risk and prepare …

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Nebraska Wildlife and Habitat Management 4:48

3d ago4:48

4:48

A changing great plains grassland ecosystem has led to a decline in game bird populations throughout the state. University of Nebraska - Lincoln Associate Professor of Landscape and Habitat Management Andy Little talks about the importance of habitat conservation and how it can benefit hunters as well as landowners.…

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Using Sedge as an Alternative Turf 4:49

4d ago4:49

4:49

Does your home turf have that one area that seemingly nothing will grow. Bob Hendrickson from the Nebraska Forest Service talks about a low-maintenance alternative to traditional turf, especially for shady areas.By Nebraska Extension

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Market Journal 1207 28:16

7d ago28:16

28:16

Interviews from the 2025 National Association of Farm Broadcasting ConventionBy University of Nebraska

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Nebraska’s Declining Wildlife Habitat 4:56

10d ago4:56

4:56

Ongoing research at the University of Nebraska is focusing on the decline of wild turkeys here in the state. University of Nebraska - Lincoln Professor Andrew Little says the habitat loss isn’t just affecting turkeys, but many other kinds of wildlife.By Nebraska Extension

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Holiday Tree Selection 4:31

11d ago4:31

4:31

With the upcoming holiday season, many families will be selecting their Christmas tree in coming weeks. Nebraska Extension Associate Scott Evans offers some tips on selecting and caring for your holiday tree.By Nebraska Extension

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Hudson Greer's redshirt, Nebraska's early run and favorite Thanksgiving sides 38:07

10d ago38:07

38:07

Before Nebraska rocked KC and Creighton struggled in Las Vegas, Jon Walker and Wilson Moore talked about the Huskers' early-season surge, CU's decision to pull the redshirt on star freshman Hudson Greer and favorite Thanksgiving sides and pies.

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2025 Cornhusker Economics Conference: Ag Outlook 3:52

17d ago3:52

3:52

Making smart business decisions on the farm is critical to success. The University of Nebraska is holding several seminars looking at legislative impacts, risk management and other economic issues in December. Nebraska Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf says these meetings are a great opportunity for farmers to stay ahead of economic trends an…

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Wild Turkey Research Project 4:15

13d ago4:15

4:15

Wildlife habitat in Nebraska has been declining and that has led to a shortage of wild turkeys. University of Nebraska - Lincoln Associate Professor of Landscape and Habitat Management Andrew Little has been studying this decline and talks about some of the issues surrounding habitat loss and decline in turkey populations in the state.…

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Windrow Grazing - A Producers Perspective 21:19

11d ago21:19

21:19

Myra Hipke Richardson from near Stuart, Nebraska discusses how they have integrated windrow grazing of summer annual forages for fall and winter feeding of the cow herd. She also talks about the logistics of fence and water that are needed to make this system work.By UNL BeefWatch

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Holiday Food Safety 4:57

11d ago4:57

4:57

From casual brunch to fancy dinners everyone enjoys eating food during the holidays. Nebraska Extension Educator Cindy Brison reminds us that it’s important to follow good food safety practices during the holiday season.By Nebraska Extension

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Episode 221. Implications of polar vortex stretching or SSW: Dr. Judah Cohen (AER/MIT) 31:12

17d ago31:12

31:12

By University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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Market Journal 1206 28:16

18d ago28:16

28:16

Protecting Your Agricultural Data, Preparing Cattle For The Cold, Husker Football Turfgrass, Weather, Global Cattle MarketsBy University of Nebraska

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Winter Lawn and Garden Pesticide Storage 3:55

14d ago3:55

3:55

Do you have extra lawn and garden pesticides, or fertilizer products left over from this past growing season? Nebraska Extension Educator Elizabeth Exstrom talks about how to store them safely over the winter, so they’ll still be effective next year.By Nebraska Extension

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Bale Grazing - A Producers Perspective 28:43

15d ago28:43

28:43

Harold Gaugler from Grant County, North Dakota discusses how they have utilized bale grazing to reduce equipment and labor for winter feeding. He also shares how they have improved forage production from bale grazing on locations where the soil and plant community will benefit from nutrients and organic matter.…

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Trees for Fall Color 4:12

15d ago4:12

4:12

Trees have been rapidly changing color from green to their autumn hues. Justin Evertson from the Nebraska Forest service offers some advice for trees you can plant around your home landscape that offer fantastic fall color.By Nebraska Extension

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Fischer bill would require tribal input on nutrition programs 1:06

21d ago1:06

1:06

The Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations provides more than 1,200 income-eligible Nebraskans with food as a fulfillment of the United States Government’s trust responsibility. But last year, supply chain disruptions led to months-long food shortages. Victoria Kitcheyan, a Winnebago tribal council member, says the U.S. Department of Agri…

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Thanksgiving Leftovers 4:25

24d ago4:25

4:25

Good food enjoyed with family and friends is the hallmark of the Thanksgiving weekend. And as we all know, the food is almost as good the next day. Nebraska Extension General Nutrition Associate Nancy Urbanec talks about safely storing Thanksgiving leftovers.By Nebraska Extension

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Nebraska’s 3rd District Congressional race filling up 0:45

25d ago0:45

0:45

Mark Cohen, a karate instructor in Ogallala, announced his candidacy as an independent. On his campaign website, he says he will fight for policies to make billionaires pay their fair share in taxes and work to fund rural healthcare. Cohen is the third candidate to announce a run against 10-term incumbent Republican Adrian Smith. David Huebner, a f…

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Beyond the Abstract, Does Bale Grazing Make Sense? 13:48

20d ago13:48

13:48

Bale grazing provides the opportunity to strategically place bales for use throughout the fall and winter on locations where the soil and plant community will benefit from nutrients and organic matter. This method of feeding can more efficiently capture nutrients in hay than when fed in a lot and reduce labor and equipment expense.…

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