Enhancing Agriculture in Nebraska: Recommendations for Farmers and Ranchers
The 2019 Nebraska Legislature formed a task force to address issues related to supporting farmers and ranchers through research, education, technical assistance, and demonstration projects. The task force expanded its committee to include expertise from various sectors and highlighted the importance of site-specific information for improving soil health. The report contains findings, recommendations, and a focus on coordinating efforts and communication among stakeholders.
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The task force was formed by the 2019 Nebraska Legislature to do the following responsibilities: (b) Develop an action plan examining: (i) Issues related to providing farmers and ranchers with research education technical assistance demonstration projects
Process and findings: 1. 2. Decided to enlarge the committee to get more expertise Determine what was available in Nebraska and else where University/Extension University/Research NRCS Private sector NGOs and non-profits
Appendix of report contains the findings. Previous survey of other states was summarized for educational efforts Many states have a combination of demonstrations, education and cost share Listing of UNL programs in Extension and Research with faculty involved NRCS programs summarized Several umbrella organizations are working to bring information together Several industry organizations are promoting soil health
Committee Philosophy 1. plan to improve soil health depends on site-specific information; making a one-size fits all prescriptive program impossible. 2. Need to develop a process that helps producers document progress. 3. Many management decisions impact soil properties and producers need information to help them make the best decisions. Soil health practices include soil conservation. Developing a
Recommendations 1. efforts 2. models across the country 3. BIG NEED is to Coordinate and Communicate with all the interested parties Consistent message Appropriate information for conditions We don t want to be redundant or replace on-going Having a lead agency is important, there are several
