Tag: U.S. Department of Agriculture
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Precision ag facility a hub for sustainable, resilient practices
The next era of agricultural innovation and discovery is underway at Nebraska Innovation Campus. Construction began in May 2024 on the National Center for Resilient and Regenerative Precision Agriculture, a partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service, UNL and NIC. The state-of-the-art facility will promote sustainable, resilient and highly efficient agricultural practices…
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Lowering livestock’s methane emissions
When a cow belches, it releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change. One cow, no problem. But entire beef and dairy sectors add up. A Nebraska research team is studying ways to reduce methane emissions from livestock with the goal of developing tools and management practices for beef and dairy producers. …