The next From Recipe to Reality seminar is on January 11, 2010. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Food Entrepreneur assistant program manager, Jill Gifford, says the success rate of those who attend this seminar is very high.

TAG: The registration deadline for the seminar is December 18. For more information call 4-0-2, 4-7-2 – 2-8-1-9 or visit F-P-C dot U-N-L dot E-D-U. (fpc.unl.edu).

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The next From Recipe to Reality seminar is on January 11, 2010. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Food Entrepreneur assistant program manager, Jill Gifford, discusses this one day seminar.

TAG: The registration deadline is December 18. For more information call 4-0-2, 4-7-2 – 2-8-1-9 or visit F-P-C dot U-N-L dot E-D-U. (fpc.unl.edu).

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Those interested in becoming a food entrepreneur may want to think about attending the next From Recipe to Reality seminar is on January 11, 2010. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Food Entrepreneur assistant program manager, Jill Gifford, explains the cost of this seminar.

TAG: The registration deadline is December 18. For more information call 4-0-2, 4-7-2 – 2-8-1-9 or visit F-P-C dot U-N-L dot E-D-U. (fpc.unl.edu).

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With colder temperatures, homeowners may find some unwanted critters in their homes. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Wildlife Damage Project coordinator in the School of Natural Resources, Stephen (Steven) Vantassel, describes mice and shrews, which are often found in homes.

TAG: Shrews prefer not be in homes, just as we prefer them not to be. Keeping mice away from homes will help keep shrews away as well.

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Homeowners may find some unwanted critters in their homes with the arrival of winter weather. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Wildlife Damage Project coordinator in the School of Natural Resources, Stephen (Steven) Vantassel, says keep vegetation away from the house can help to prevent mice and shrews from coming into the home.

TAG: Look around doorways, garage doors, where concrete meets the wall line and along the eve line, don’t forget mice can climb.

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Mice can overrun a home in a hurry when cold weather hits. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Wildlife Damage Project coordinator in the School of Natural Resources, Stephen (Steven) Vantassel, explains how to get rid of a mice infestation.

TAG: It is important to place traps all over the house, including where pipes run.

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Estate planning continues to change based on taxes. Director of the Nebraska Business Association, Tina Barrett, explains the current three and a half million dollar exclusion for those who are planning to pass on farm or ranch property.

"You can pass… …any estate taxes." TRT= :14

TAG: Barrett stresses the importance of visiting with someone who understands estate laws when you are planning to pass on your farm or ranch.

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Laws impacting estate plans will change in 2010. Director of the Nebraska Business Association, Tina Barrett, says the current laws allow individuals to pass on three and a half million dollars in net assets without being taxed.

"Next year in… …no income tax." TRT= :26

TAG: Barrett says in 2011, the estate laws will sunset and revert back to ten years ago. This will limit the estate to a 1 million dollar exclusion without being taxed.

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Congress is spending the majority of their time on health care reform. This has left little time to develop estate planning laws. Director of the Nebraska Business Association, Tina Barrett, shares her perspective on what appears to be the plan for estate planning.

"They are going… …hurt a farm." TRT= :22

TAG: The step up in basis will allow assets that have been held for an extended period of time to obtain a new basis, allowing the next generation to depreciate them.

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There is no better time to plan your estate than right now. Director of the Nebraska Business Association, Tina Barrett, says Congress will be making changes to estate planning laws soon. She encourages farm and ranch owners to voice their input about the laws.

TAG: If you plan to pass on your farm or ranch in the near future, contact an estate planning specialist to develop a plan that works for your operation.

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Christmas tree care is important in maintaining a fresh tree. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension forester, Dennis Adams, says if you plan to erect the tree immediately, ensure that it has plenty of water.

"Saw off about… …below the trunk." TRT= :17

TAG: Adams encourages families to visit one of fifty Nebraska Christmas tree farms when selecting a tree for their holiday season.

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A fresh Christmas tree will provide enjoyment throughout the holiday season. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension forester, Dennis Adams, explains how to check for a fresh Christmas tree when making your purchase.

"You can check… …mean it’s fresh." TRT= :13

TAG: Adams suggests gently stroking the needles or dropping the butt of the tree on the ground to see if green needles fall off due to a dry tree.

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As producers conclude harvest, they need to think about their tax liability. Director of the Nebraska Farm Business Association, Tina Barrett, shares her outlook on the tax situation for the 2009 season.

"We have these… …above average income." TRT= :21

TAG: Barrett says many people work off of a tax year, although the Nebraska Farm Business Association takes a look at the accrual basis of a producer.

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Bonus depreciation and Section 179 are two options for producers to maximize profits during tax season. Director of the Nebraska Farm Business Association, Tina Barrett, says producers need to start thinking about their tax liability. Barrett discusses how the bonus depreciation option can be used.

"Bonus only applies… …a used tractor." TRT= :10

TAG: Section 179 can be used in conjunction with bonus depreciation, but Section 179 must be used first to accelerate depreciation.

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Producers looking to prevent herbicide resistant weeds in soybeans have a new option. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension weed science educator, Lowell Sandell, discusses Fexstar G-T, a new product from Syngenta.

"That’s a pre-mix… …velvetleaf and waterhemp." TRT= :14

TAG: Sandell says a strength of Flextar G-T is that it offers two modes of action. For more information on U-N-L herbicide research visit crop watch dot U-N-L dot E-D-U (cropwatch.unl.edu) or visit your local extension office.

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Broad spectrum weed control is becoming easier with new products on the market. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension weed science educator, Lowell Sandell, says a new herbicide from Bayer called Caprino is a pre-mix of Laudis and a new A-L-S herbicide.

"So it’s a… …with that product." TRT= :16

TAG: Sandell encourages producers to look at locking in a herbicide program now to take advantage of cost-saving programs. For more information on U-N-L herbicide research visit crop watch dot U-N-L dot E-D-U (cropwatch.unl.edu).

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New herbicide options in the marketplace provide producers more flexibility. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension weed science educator, Lowell Sandell, discusses a new product from B-A-S-F called Sharpen.

"It can be… …corn and soybeans." TRT= :13

TAG: Sharpen contains a new active ingredient that is beneficial in a burn down and residual herbicide program. For more information about this herbicide and others, visit crop watch dot U-N-L dot E-D-U (cropwatch.unl.edu).

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Wet weather and poor dry-down conditions have generated higher moisture corn for 2009. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension beef nutrition specialist, Galen Erickson, reminds producers to be aware of the different molds and mycotoxins present in high moisture corn.

"We have seen… …here in Nebraska." TRT= :17

TAG: Erickson says swine and breeding animals are more sensitive to corn high in mycotoxins.

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Conditions appear to be set for high mold and mycotoxins in this year’s corn crop. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension beef nutrition specialist, Galen Erickson, says mycotoxins can be an issue even after corn has been processed for ethanol use.

"If our corn… …we have had." TRT= :18

TAG: For educational information on dealing with mycotoxins visit beef dot U-N-L dot E-D-U (beef.unl.edu).

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Corn needs to be stored in a high moisture, anaerobic environment or it needs to be dried down enough for dry storage. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension beef nutrition specialist, Galen Erickson, explains two options for dealing with this year’s corn that falls in between high moisture and dry.

"A good option… …work well too." TRT= :15

TAG: Erickson says the only solution for corn high in mycotoxins is dilution. For more information about utilizing corn high in mycotoxins visit beef dot U-N-L dot E-D-U (beef.unl.edu).

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Observing the efficacy of your herbicide program in the fall can provide valuable information. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension weed science educator, Lowell Sandell, says harvest time provides an opportunity for producers to analyze the field from the combine seat.

"Obviously when you… …worked last year." TRT= :06

TAG: For more information about your herbicide program, visit crop watch dot U-N-L dot E-D-U (cropwatch.unl.edu).

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2009 looks to be a profitable year for most agricultural producers. Director of the Nebraska Farm Business Association, Tina Barrett, says producers need to start thinking about tax season in order to financially organize their operation.

"Because we had… …problem for 2009." TRT= :12

TAG: Section 179 of the Nebraska tax law will help producers maximize profitability by allowing a write-off of a capitol purchase in the year it was made of up to 250 thousand dollars.

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Next week the University of Nebraska – Lincoln will be participating in a Bio – E conference, growing the bioeconomy. Loren Isom, from the UNL Industrial ag products center, says this is a multi-state conference.

TAG: One of the speakers in attendance will be U-S Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.

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Families often choose the week of Thanksgiving to select the perfect tree for Christmas. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension forester, Dennis Adams, says people in the Midwest have several options when it comes to choosing a tree.

"Probably by far… …the most popular." TRT= :07

TAG: Adams says cedars are another option for a Christmas tree.

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Christmas trees use to come from natural forests. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension forester, Dennis Adams, says things are different in today’s world.

"Today, most of… …the harvest date." TRT= :16

TAG: Retail lots are an option when purchasing a tree, along with approximately fifty Christmas tree farms across Nebraska that grow nearly 50,000 trees.

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Christmas is quickly approaching, which means time to choose a tree for your home. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Extension forester, Dennis Adams, discusses Nebraska grown trees.

"Just an estimate……those each year." TRT=: 25

TAG: Nebraska grown trees are beneficial to Nebraska residents because of freshness upon arrival and supporting locally owned businesses.

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It is almost time to choose a Christmas tree for your home for the season. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Extension forester, Dennis Adams, explains why to buy Nebraska grown trees.

"You know everyone……the imported trees." TRT=: 14

TAG: Imported trees may be cut and shipped weeks before Thanksgiving and they lose freshness and beauty.

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Christmas is quickly approaching, which means time to choose a tree for your home. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Extension forester, Dennis Adams, discusses where to find a Nebraska grown tree.

"Most of the……Nebraska Christmas trees." TRT=: 30

TAG: Imported trees may be cut and shipped weeks before Thanksgiving and they lose freshness and beauty.

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Growing the Bioeconomy is the theme for the 2009 Bioenergy Conference. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension educator, John Hay, the conference will be held on December 1^st and involve twelve different states.

"We’re going to… …renewable fuels standard." TRT= :12

TAG: The conference will be held at Nebraska’s Mahoney State Park and streamed online. For registration information, visit bio economy conference dot O-R-G (bioeconomyconference.org) or contact your local extension office.

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Profitability and sustainability are two of the needed factors for development of the bioeconomy. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension educator, John Hay, says the December 1^st Bioenergy Conference will focus on future opportunities.

"Right now their… …as the technology." TRT= :09

TAG: If you are interested in attending the conference, visit bio economy conference dot O-R-G (bioeconomyconference.org) or contact your local extension office for registration information.

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Growing the Bioeconomy is the theme for the 2009 Bioenergy Conference. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension educator, John Hay, highlights the sessions being presented in the morning and afternoon.

"Net greenhouse gas… …and policy issues." TRT= :16

TAG: The conference will be held at Mahoney State Park near Ashland, Nebraska. To learn more, visit bio economy conference dot O-R-G (bioeconomyconference.org) or contact your local extension office.

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Renewable Fuel Standard policy will be among the discussion at the 2009 Bioenergy Conference. University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension educator, John Hay, says if you are not able to attend the December 1^st conference in person, attend online.

"If you are… …of fifty dollars." TRT= :11

TAG: Visit bio economy conference dot O-R-G (bioeconomyconference.org) or contact your local extension office for more information.

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The University of Nebraska – Lincoln will be participating in a Bio – E conference, growing the bioeconomy, next week. Loren Isom, from the UNL Industrial ag products center, explains Nebraska’s role in this conference.

TAG: For more information or to register for this conference visit bio economy conference dot O-R-G.

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On December 1^st the University of Nebraska – Lincoln will be participating in a Bio – E conference, growing the bioeconomy. Loren Isom, from the UNL Industrial ag products center, discusses who this conference is geared toward

TAG: For more information or to register for this conference visit bio economy conference dot O-R-G.

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Managing a ranch for both wildlife and cattle is becoming a growing topic. Wildlife manager for the Deseret Land and Livestock Company, Rick Danvir, discusses wildlife and cattle on his ranch.

"We had some……pay the bills." TRT=: 26

TAG: Cattle and wildlife should not be looked at a competitive relationship.

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Managing a ranch for both wildlife and cattle is becoming a growing topic. Wildlife manager for the Deseret Land and Livestock Company, Rick Danvir, explains the relationship between cattle and wildlife.

"Sometimes over whether……elk pay for." TRT=: 24

TAG: Range costs were split up equally, and in turn price of cattle went down.

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Managing a ranch for both wildlife and cattle is becoming a growing topic. Wildlife manager for the Deseret Land and Livestock Company, Rick Danvir, discusses graze land on a wildlife and cattle ranch.

"What we’ve done……lived woody plants." TRT=: 26

TAG: Where grazing occurs new plants grow, which helps make fat cows.

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