1. Winter Sheep Watering |
| 2. Breeding of Livestock |
| 3. Livestock Fencing Considerations |
| 4. Basic Foods Work Well In The Fridge, Freezer, And Cupboard |
| 5. Hobby Maple Sugar Production |
| 6. Disease-Resistant Apple Cultivars |
| 7. 2009 All-America Selections |
| 8. 2009 Great Plants for the Great Plains |
| 9. Planning Your Riparian Buffer |
| 10. Views May Cost Homeowners Energy and Dollars |
Upcoming Events
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| 11. Great Plains Tree Conference & Workshop, February 2-3 |
| 12. Equine Nutrition Update, February 3 |
| 13. Lawn & Landscape Update, February 10 |
| 14. Midwest Grape and Wine Conference, February 7-9 |
| 15. Minnesota Grape Growers Associate Cold Climate Conference, February 12-14 |
| 16. Horsin' Around Conference, February 14 & 15 |
| 17. Nebraska Winery & Grape Growers Forum, March 5-7 |
| 18. From Recipe to Reality, March 9 |
| 19. 2009 Nebraska Tree Care Workshops for the Green Industry, Begins March 10 |
| 20. Wineries Unlimited Conference & Trade Show, March 10-13 |
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1. Winter Sheep Watering
By Tom Drudik, UNL Extension Educator in Hall County
Successful sheep production requires a continual supply of clean, fresh water at a temperature that will optimize intake. How many producers would like to stand outside and drink a glass of ice tea this time of year? Probably not very many, but a cup of hot tea would hit the spot. Sheep prefer and will consume larger quantities of warm water than cold water. Water has three important roles in the animal's body: (1) to serve as a coolant; (2) to transport nutrients and wastes; and (3) to provide a medium
for chemical reactions.
Generally, if the water source is high quality, intake will increase as dry mater intake increases. Daily water consumption should be two to four times that of dry matter intake and increases with high-protein and salt containing diets. Sheep that are denied water for more than 24 hours may eat little or no dry feed. On the other hand, excessive water in feedstuffs, like silage and succulent forage, may reduce water intake from other sources. Water intake increases by the last half of the gestation period and doubles during lactation. If you ever wondered why the animals were not milking enough, do not overlook the possibility that they are not drinking enough water because it is too cold.
The factor that governs water consumption more than any other is the temperature of the water itself. Ideal water temperature is between 45 degrees and 55 degrees F. Heaters can be used in winter to keep the water as close to the ideal temperature as possible. Continuous flow sources are excellent, but consumption of extremely cold water requires extra feed to maintain body temperature. If only ice water is available to animals consuming large amounts of roughage in winter, they may not consume enough water to efficiently digest high roughage diets. In turn, feed intake decreases and total productivity decreases.
A clean and continual water supply is essential for feedlot animals. Those that drink frequently and consume more water have fewer digestive problems and a lower incidence of urinary calculi. They also achieve more efficient use of their diets, compared to animals watered only once or twice daily.
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2. Breeds of Livestock
By Sara Ellicott, UNL Extension Educator
Oklahoma State University Department of Animal Sciences maintains a website titled Breeds of Livestock. This web resource contains in-depth breed information for cattle, horses, goats, sheep, swine and a few other species.
This resource may be helpful if you have a question about a particular breed of livestock, or if you are just curious and interested in learning more about a certain breed. The website is located at: http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/.
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3. Livestock Fencing Considerations
By Russ BreDahl, ISU Extension Field Specialist/Beef Forage, Union County
Fences are built for a variety of reasons, ranging from strictly ornamental to strictly for control of livestock. This article will address initial considerations when designing fences to control livestock.
Fences are barriers to restrict movement of livestock. Barriers may be physical, psychological, or a combination of the two. Physical barriers contain enough materials of sufficient strength to prevent or discourage animals from going over, under, or through the barrier. Wooden, woven wire and cable fences, and welded panels are examples of physical barriers. Psychological barriers depend on inflicting pain to discourage animals from challenging an inferior physical barrier which, by itself, could not be counted on to contain them. Electrified and barbed wires are examples of psychological barriers.
To read more go to: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/acreage/AL2000/aloct00.html
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4. Basic Foods Work Well In The Fridge, Freezer, And Cupboard
By Alice Henneman, UNL Extension Educator
| It’s nice to go to a cupboard, refrigerator or freezer and already have most, if not all, the ingredients needed to make a meal. Use these following foods as a starter list to help begin developing a functional list of what is needed for cooking. These foods are commonly available and mix and match with a variety of other foods. |
Fruits:
- Fresh -- Apples, bananas, seedless grapes and oranges
- Canned -- Mandarin oranges and canned pineapple
- Frozen -- Berries, such as blueberries, raspberries and strawberries
- Dried -- Raisins and dried cranberries
Vegetables:
- Fresh -- Bell peppers, carrots, shredded cabbage, dark green lettuce, onions, potatoes and tomatoes
- Canned -- Corn and diced tomatoes
- Frozen -- Corn and peas
Dairy products:
- Cheese, cheddar and other varieties
- Low fat or fat-free ice cream or frozen yogurt
- Low fat or fat-free milk
- Low fat or fat-free yogurt
Meat, fish, dry beans, eggs and nuts:
- Canned or dry beans
- 90-95% lean ground beef
- Skinless chicken breast
- Large eggs
- Fish
- Nuts, such as almonds, walnuts or cashews
- Peanut butter
- Boneless pork loin chops
- Fresh, canned or frozen salmon
- Canned tuna
- Turkey cutlets
Grains:
- Whole wheat bread
- Whole grain cereal
- Crackers
- Oatmeal
- Pasta
- Rice
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Oils:
- Extra virgin olive oil for dressings, dipping and drizzling
- Mayonnaise-type salad dressing
- Canola, corn, cottonseed, safflower, soybean or sunflower oil for cooking
- Soft margarine with no trans fats
Seasonings:
- Black pepper
- Low sodium chicken broth
- Chili powder
- Cinnamon
- Fresh or dry garlic
- Italian seasoning
- Dijon-type mustard
- Dried, leafy rosemary
- Dried, leafy thyme
- Vanilla
- Balsamic, red wine, cider, white wine and/or rice vinegar
Sugars:
- White granulated sugar
- Brown sugar.
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5. Hobby Maple Syrup Production
By Randall B. Heiligmann, Extension Specialist, Forestry
Late winter and early spring is maple season, when commercial maple producers in Ohio and other parts of northeastern North America tap trees, collect sap, boil it down to produce maple syrup, or further process it into maple sugar, fudge, nougat, cream, or other products. If you have access to a few maple trees, whether growing in your yard or in a woodland, you can produce your own maple syrup and even enough extra to use as gifts for family or friends. It's easy, great fun, and a very educational family activity.
Sap to produce maple syrup can be collected from any native species of maple, but in Ohio, sugar and black maples are the first choice when they are available. Good syrup can be made from red or silver maple, but it is more likely to be cloudy.
Learn more . . .
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6. Disease-Resistant Apple Cultivars
By Michele R. Warmund, Department of Horticulture, University of Missouri
Disease infection is a major limitation to growing apples. The common diseases include apple scab, cedar apple rust and powdery mildew. With increasing concerns about pesticides, several breeders have focused on the development of apple cultivars that are resistant to the major diseases. Apple growers who don't have the time, equipment or desire to apply fungicides may wish to plant disease-resistant varieties.
Learn more . . .
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7. 2009 All- America Selections
By Sarah Browning, UNL Extension Educator
All-America Selections (AAS) celebrates 77 years of testing and introducing improved flowers and vegetables. Founded in 1932 to foster the development, production and distribution of new and improved horticultural and agricultural varieties of flowers, bedding plants and vegetables in North America, the organization evaluates plants at a network of almost 200 display gardens across the United States and Canada. Selection as an AAS Award winner recognizes a flower or vegetable for significant achievements, proven to be superior to all others on the market.
AAS Award winners are tested for several years before selection, resulting in 'tried and true' plants with a history of excellent performance under a multitude of growing conditions. 2009 AAS winners include one bedding plant and three vegetables, 'Rain Blue and Purple' Viola, 'Gretel' Eggplant, 'Lambkin' Melon, and 'Honey Bear' Squash. |
| Viola 'Rain Blue and Purple'- This hybrid viola creates a spreading pool of cool blue colors that are cold and heat tolerant resulting in flowers throughout the seasons. Spring and early summer are the best season of bloom for 'Rain Blue and Purple' in Nebraska gardens. Each one and a half inch flower changes color from purple and white to purple and blue as they mature. Few flowers change colors naturally and 'Rain Blue and Purple' is one of them. The plants spread 10 to 14 inches, height 6 inches. The trailing habit is perfectly designed for hanging baskets or patio urns. |
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Eggplant 'Gretel'- The earliest white hybrid eggplant, with glossy white elongated mini-fruit are produced in clusters. Fruits can be harvested 55 days from transplanting, depending upon growing conditions. Like all eggplants, 'Gretel' grows best with warm temperatures, over 55 degrees day and night temperature. The pure white fruit are sweet with tender skin even if they mature beyond the ideal fruit size of 3 to 4 inches, so harvest time is extended. 'Gretel' plants are relatively small, about 3 feet wide and tall. Since the plant is small it is adaptable to growth in containers that are at least 16 inches deep. |
| Melon 'Lambkin'- This small Christmas melon has yellow skin with green mottling, sweet aromatic white flesh, thin rind and grows to only 2-4 pounds. It's also very early, requiring only 65-75 days from transplanting to harvest. Because of the early harvest, the vigorous vines can produce more melons. As a Christmas melon, 'Lambkin' stores longer than other melons if kept in a cool place such as a refrigerator. |
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Squash 'Honey Bear' acorn squash was bred to be baked and served in the half shell. The honey in 'Honey Bear' refers to the sweet squash flavor when cooked. Plants are compact, high yielding, and tolerant to powdery mildew. Each bushy, compact plant reaches 2-3 feet tall and spreads 4-5 feet without vines, producing 3-5 fruit per bush. Each dark green acorn squash weighs about a pound, which is a perfect size for sharing between two people. From sowing seed in the garden until the harvest of the first squash will be about 100 days. |
| Look for these great plants this winter in seed catalogues and this spring at your local nursery. For more information, visit the All-American Selections website at http://www.all-americaselections.org. |
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8. 2009 Great Plants for the Great Plains
By Nebraska Statewide Arboretum Staff
Each year the Nebraska Nursery & Landscape Association chooses a deciduous tree, evergreen tree, shrub, perennial and ornamental grass of the year. These are new or underutilized plants that merit wider use in Nebraska. Working in cooperation with the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, the plants are brought into large-scale production and made available to the public through garden centers and nurseries. Five “Great Plants” for 2009 are Corneliancherry dogwood, Serbian spruce, creeping mahonia, Arkansas bluestar and ‘Shenandoah’ switchgrass. Try one of these ‘Great Plants’ in your landscape this year !
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Corneliancherry dogwood, Cornus mas, is a durable small tree has rounded clusters of tiny yellow flowers in early spring before leaves appear, and lustrous dark green leaves and bright cherry red fruit in late summer. The olive-shaped fruits are relished by songbirds or can be used to make jam or jelly. Bark is an attractive mix of gray and brown that exfoliates on mature branches. The main trunk is typically very low, with low branches hovering just above the ground. It can be trimmed up at the base to make it more tree-like and better reveal the exfoliating bark. Slow-growing European native remains free of insect, disease and cold injuries. It prefers rich, well-drained soils, but tolerates high pH and heavy clay better than any dogwood. Ideal for a small yard as an accent plant or planted in groups as a hedge or screen. It grows best in full sun, but tolerates some shade. Zone 5. Heigth 20-25', width 15-20'.
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Serbian spruce, Picea omorika, is a handsome spruce alternative to Norway and blue spruce. It has a slender trunk with short, ascending or drooping branches—creating a graceful, ballerina effect. Lustrous dark green needles have silver bands underneath. It has proven itself winter hardy throughout the Great Plains, growing best in full sun to light shade. Needles are prone to winterburn in strong winds so not useful as a windbreak. Struggles in wet clay and irrigated landscapes. Few diseases appear to bother it but the white pine weevil can destroy the central leader and seriously disfigure this spruce if not controlled. Hardy to zone 4. Height 50', width 20-35'.
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Creeping mahonia, Mahonia repens, is a stoloniferous groundcover that grows along the rocky ridges and under the thick evergreen canopy of western Nebraska 's Pine Ridge. Stiff, spine-tipped leaves, reminiscent of holly, turn a rich bronzy purple in late fall through the winter. Clusters of fragrant, yellow flowers in early spring, followed by small clusters of grape-like, dark bluish-purple berries in late summer. Planted en masse, it spreads slowly to make an attractive evergreen groundcover, but grows best in part shade or dry dappled shade, especially under conifers, where it benefits from acidic conditions. Growing only 12-15” high, this drought-tolerant gem is best protected from winter winds that can burn the foliage.
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Arkansas bluestar, Amsonia hubrichtii, is an excellent, dependable plant with upright stems that emerge in early spring and rapidly extend to mature size. Plants are topped with starry, pale blue flowers in May and June. Fine, thread-like dark green leaves unfold along the thin stems to form a very fine-textured mound of foliage. In autumn, the foliage turns a lovely golden-yellow; brightest when planted in full sun. Takes several years to grow into an attractive mound, but dependable and long-lived in rich, well-drained soils. Very effective planted en masse or as a specimen. Hardy to zone 4. 3' h, 3' w
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Shenandoah switchgrass, Panicum ‘Shenandoah’, has Bright green leaves of this switchgrass are tipped with dark red by mid-summer, turning entirely red and orange in fall. Only 4-5' tall in flower, this slower-growing selection is very adaptable, tolerating drought and soggy soils, high pH and full, hot sun. One of the best grasses for maintaining upright habit and tight clump form in the garden. This North American prairie native was selected by Germany 's Hans Simon. Plant as a single specimen, in masses or as a companion to perennials with bold foliage. Hardy to zone 4.
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9. Planning Your Riparian Buffer
By Tom Franti, UNL Surface Water Management Specialist
Conservation buffers are planted for environmental, aesthetic, recreational, and economic reasons. Grass filter strips, grassed waterways, field borders, and field windbreaks are examples of conservation buffers. A conservation buffer also may be a streamside or riparian forest buffer and include trees, shrubs, and grasses. Riparian buffers are a best management practice to protect stream water quality, reduce streambank erosion, and provide wildlife habitat. Buffers also can provide income through payments from federal, state and local cost-share programs or through production and sale of specialty crops.
Learn more . . .
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10. Views May Cost Homeowners Energy and Dollars
By Shirley Niemeyer, UNL Housing and Environment Specialist
Windows provide an outside view, ventilation and light. However, they also may provide homeowners with energy loss, extra costs and comfort.
About half of U.S. homes have single pane windows. Homeowners with single-pane windows may chose to replace them with new double-pane windows with high-performance glass, or to add storm windows. Installing storm windows can reduce heat loss by 25 to 50 percent.
For heating-dominated climates, select windows with spectrally selective coatings to reduce heat gain and U-values of 0.35 or lower. Nebraska is classified by the Department of Energy as a cold, northern or heating-dominated climate area.
Check labels and ask for the specification sheets for each window you evaluate. Look for the EnergyStar label. In order to meet the EnergyStar voluntary designation for windows, the U-value for areas in the northern region must be 0.35 or lower. The U-value measures the rate of heat transfer and tells how well the window insulates. The lower the U-value, the better the window insulates.
An important label that gives more information is the uniform National Fenestration Rating Council label. The NFRC label may be found on windows made by participating manufacturers. The voluntary label can be used to compare energy ratings including the U-value or thermal transmittance, solar heat gain coefficient and visible light transmittance. EnergyStar windows must be NFRC rated. Ask for the performance of the total window and air leakage, not just the performance and U-value for the center of the window.
The approximate characteristics of glass in windows include:
- Single glass: U-value, 1.1; R-value, 0.90; solar transmittance, 84 percent; visible transmittance, 90 percent
- Single glass with storm window: U-value, 0.50; R-value, 1.5-2; solar transmittance, 70 percent; visible transmittance, 81 percent
- Insulated glass: U-value, 0.56-0.50; R-value, 1.6-2; solar transmittance, 70 percent; visible transmittance, 81 percent
- Low-e insulated glass: U-value, 0.40-0.29; R-value, 2.5-3.5; solar transmittance, 58 percent; visible transmittance, 76 percent
- Low-e insulated glass with Argon: U-value, 0.34-0.23; R-value, 2.9-4.4; solar transmittance, 58 percent; visible transmittance, 76 percent
- Insulated glass with suspended film: U-value, 0.23; R-value, 4.1-8.1; solar transmittance, 41 percent, visible transmittance, 71 percent
U-value measures how well a product prevents heat from escaping through it. Values range from 0.20 to 1.20. The lower the U value, the better the product is in keeping heat in.
Solar heat gain coefficient measures the amount of solar energy admitted and tells you how well the product blocks heat caused by sunlight. Measures are between 0 and 1 with lower SHGC products blocking more unwanted heat gain.
Visible transmittance indicates the amount of light the window glass allows through and higher numbers, from 0 to 1 mean more light coming through.
Low-e refers to a low emittance very thin film applied to the glass that keeps heat in in the winter and out in the summer.
According to the Department of Energy, moderate solar gain low-e coatings (40 to 55) typically are selected for northern and mixed climates where winters are cold and summers moderately hot. For more specific details on the ratings of styles of windows and brands, go to the NFRC website at http://search.nfrc.org/
Correct installation of new windows is essential. The efficiency of any new window can be reduced by incorrect installation and lack of correct flashing, insulation and sealants. If purchasing new windows, ask for complete installation recommendations with visualization of the process. Inquire about if the warranty is voided if windows are incorrectly installed. Some manufacturers have trained installers to prevent installation problems. Homeowners may want to inquire about trained installers or the skill levels and experience of others who may be installing the windows.
For more energy saving tips on windows, visit: http://www.eere.energy.gov/ and search for window installation or visit this publication at http://www.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/pdfs/energy_savers.pdf.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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11. Great Plains Tree Conference & Workshop,
February 2-3
The Nebraska Arborists Association Regional Great Plains Tree Conference is set for February 2, 2009 at the Lincoln Embassy Suites. This year’s Conference, “Do No Harm to Our Trees,” will feature a day of education and fun for all attendees with an additional half day Workshop which will discuss “The Secrets in the Soil.” A silent auction and extensive vendor exhibits round out the conference.
Conference Highlights include:
Patrick Gottsch – “The Growth of a Nebraska Business from the Ground Up”
Kim Coder, Ph.D. – “Storms and Wind Loads” and "Lightening and Tree Protection"
Tim Buchanan – “Quality Improvement for the Tree Care Industry” and “Structural Pruning of Small & Medium Trees”
Michael (House) Tain – “Tree Dynamics and Integrated Risk Assessment” and “Innovative Climbing for Tree & Worker Health & Safety”
Rebecca Seibel-Hunt – “The Business End of the Tree Care Beast: This Dog Can Hunt”
Workshop topics address:
Michael Kernan, Ph.D. -”The Nature of Soil Fertility” and “Mychorrhizal Fungi and Beneficial Bacteria in the Soil”
Tim Mundorf - “Soil Testing & Fertilizer Recommendation”
A total of 8 hours of NAA CEUs for will be available for the conference (February 2) and 3 CEUs will be available for the workshop (February 3). Approval has been requested for ISA CEUs.
Location: Embassy Suites, Lincoln, NE
Dates: February 2-3
Program Brochure & Registration
For more information contact:
The Nebraska Arborist Association
Phone: 402-476-3865
Fax: 402-476-6547
Email: naa@assocoffice.net
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12. Equine Nutrition Update, February 3
Please join us on February 3, 2009 for a great day of updates on the latest in Equine Nutrition from two of the foremost experts in the field.
Topics to be included are:
High Energy Vs. Low Energy Feeds-Which are Best-How do You Know what the True Energy Values Are?
Low Cost Feeding Alternatives-Are There Any?
Use of Feed By-Products in Horse Feeds.
Mistakes (Disasters) Commonly Made in Feeding Horses
How to Interpret Feed Tags-With so Many Products Available, How do I Know Which Feeds to Select?
Feeding the Older Horse
Location: UNL Animal Science Complex
Time: 9 am - 3:30 pm
Date: February 3, 2009
Speakers:
Dennis Sigler, PhD is a professor of equine science in the Animal Science Department at Texas A&M University and is responsible for teaching and research in the area of exercise physiology, conditioning and nutritional management of the equine athlete.
Christine Skelly, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University, founder and director of My Horse University. She has worked with and counseled horse industry groups and producers throughout the state; developed statewide horse educational programs; and served as an equine science resource for county educators.
Kathy Anderson, PhD is an Associate Professor in the Animal Science Department at the University of Nebraska Lincoln. She oversees the youth and adult extension horse program as well as teaches Undergraduate courses in the Animal Science Department. Kathy currently teachings courses in Horse Management, Equine Reproduction, and Equine Nutrition.
Please watch for more information and registration information after January 5th!
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13. Lawn & Landscape Update, February 10
The 23rd annual Lawn and Landscape Update to be held in Columbus, February 10, for professionals in the Greenspace Industry, including garden center employees, nurserymen, lawn and tree care services, golf course superintendants and groundskeepers.
Highlights:
Fred Baxendale –Turf & Tree Insects: What’s new? What’s on the Horizon?
Roch Gaussoin –Turfgrass & Herbicide Update: Keeping Turf an Environmental Friend, Not a Foe
Steve Rodie – Rain Gardens (Designing, Installing, & Plants to Use)
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $18.00 per person. After February 1, $23.00 per person
Location: Dusters Restaurant,
2804 13th Street , Downtown Columbus
Program Brochure
Contact: Kelly Feehan, UNL Extension,
2610 14 th Street
Columbus NE 68601
Phone: (402) 563-4901
Fax: (402) 563-8001
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14. Midwest Grape and Wine Conference, February 7-9
The Missouri Vintner’s Association and Missouri Wine and Grape Board would like to invite you to attend the 24th Annual Midwest Grape and Wine Conference, February 7-9, 2009. This year’s conference, which is focused on sustainability in wineries and vineyards, will feature three full days of informative viticulture, enology and marketing sessions, a deluxe trade show and seven course Midwest dinner—the Grand Banquet.
Known as one of the premiere conferences in the Midwest, our 2009 conference offers you an opportunity to build relationships with industry colleagues, and socialize with old and new friends.
This year the conference will be returning to the beautiful Tan-Tar-A Resort at the Lake of the Ozarks. Our trade show exhibit area has been upgraded to a more spacious, centralized location at the resort—the Grand Ballroom! We will have dedicated exhibit hours as well as social events you won’t want to miss.
Contact Rozanna Benz, Conference Coordinator
Telephone: (573) 486-5596
Email: rozannabenz@centurytel.net
Visit our new website, http://www.midwestgrapeandwineconference.com
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15. Minnesota Grape Growers Associate Cold Climate Conference, February 12-14
The Minnesota Grape Growers Association is pleased to present the 5th annual Cold Climate Grape & Wine Conference. You are sure to appreciate our expansive new host site, the Sheraton Bloomington Hotel, along with a notable set of speakers to present to you a wide range of grape growing and winemaking sessions. Join us for a romantic Valentine’s Day weekend starting on Thursday evening with our beginning grape growing and winemaking sessions from 6-9 pm, followed by two full days of parallel educational tracks and extended networking & Trade Show opportunities. Friday evening will feature the popular Midwest Wine Stroll showcasing the region’s best wines. The weekend will conclude with a romantic Saturday evening gourmet banquet, featuring keynote Andrew Reynolds and the taste of exquisite foods, desserts, and wine.
Conference Agenda
Conference Brochure
Conference Location:
Sheraton Bloomington Hotel
Minneapolis South
7800 Normandale Blvd
Bloomington, MN 55439
Click here for directions
Contact Nicole Walsh, Conference Coordinator
Email: nrwalsh1@yahoo.com
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16. Horsin' Around Conference, February 14 & 15
This year the Horsin' Around Converence will be held at the RB Warren Arena in the Animal Science Complex on University of Nebraska-Lincoln's East Campus, on February 14 & 15. Preregistration opens Jan. 5, 2009 and closes Feb. 6. The 2009 conference will be limited to the first 450 paid registrations, as past conferences have sold out.
Nancy Cahill of Madisonville, Texas, one of the country's most respected horse instructors and clinicians, will hold presentations on finding the versatile athlete; accessing a horse's abilities and making the most of resources; gaining control for maximum performance; western horsemanship: developing the horse and rider team; the trail class horse -- getting started; fine tuning for showmanship at halter; and training for western riding. Cahill has coached numerous national all-around champions and trained several American Quarter Horse Association World Show and Congress winners. She specializes in trail and western riding.
Dean Meyer, DVM, an expert in equine nutrition, reproduction, lameness and dental care, will hold a presentation alongside Craig Sandmire on "Getting All Pluses From Supplements." Sandmire is an equine nutrition specialist for Madison Equine in Wisconsin.
Kathy Anderson, an associate professor and extension horse specialist at UNL, teaches equine courses, oversees the 4-H horse program and judges for various professional organizations. She will hold a presentation on dealing with "unwanted" horses in Nebraska.
The clinic is open to participants of all ages. Adult registration is $30 for the weekend or $20 for one day. For youth 18 and under, registration is $20 for both days or $15 for one. If the clinic doesn't sell out, adult registration will be available at the door for $40 for the weekend and $25 for one day. Youth registration at the door will be $30 for the weekend and $20 for one day. Seating will be assigned by section on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information or to preregister, call Anderson at (402) 472-6411 or e-mail kanderson1@unl.edu. Horsin' Around 2009 is sponsored by UNL Extension in the university's Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
Program Brochure
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17. Nebraska Winery & Grape Growers Forum, March 5-7
The 12th Annual Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Forum and Trade Show will be held in Kearney, NE on Marcy 5-7. This event is presented by the University of Nebraska Viticulture Program in collaboration with the Nebraska Winery and Grape Growers Association.
Among the outstanding speakers lined up for this conference are Jean-Marie Peltier, President of the National Grape and Wine Initiative; Dr. Mark Chien, Pennsylvania State University Viticultuist; Patrick Pierquet, Associate Enologist for the Ohio State University; Keith Powell, "the business revivalist"; and Michael Jones of Scott Laboratories.
Watch for more information coming soon.
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18. From Recipe to Reality Seminar, March 9
The Food Processing Center is offering a one-day seminar for all individuals interested in exploring the idea of starting a food manufacturing business. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Registration deadline: December 19.
Additional program dates for 2009 in Lincoln, NE - May 15, May 16 (presented in Spanish), August 15, October 3.
Other locations-
February 28 in Storm Lake, Iowa; March 17 in Spearfish, South Dakota; May 2 in Shreveport, Louisiana; and May 20 in Chicago, Illinois.
Contact Jill Gifford at (402) 472-2819 or jgifford1@unl.edu for an information packet. For more information and to register for the program, visit the UNL Food Processing's Food Entrepreneur web site.
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19. 2009 Nebraska Tree Care Workshops for the Green Industry, Begins March 10
Entitled "Tree Care Essentials" these workshops will offer topics on roots and soils, matching tree to site, common conifer problems and retaining your tree after storm damage. Outdoor concurrent sessions will also cover design, placement and planting solutions as well as identifying I&D problems and pruning solutions for better structure.
Workshop Topics:
The Right Way the First Time on Soils, Roots & Planting- Eric Berg, Nebraska Forest Service
Common Conifer Problems- Laurie Stepanek, Nebraska Forest Service
Retraining Your Tree After the Storm- Rachel Allison or Chip Murrow, Nebraska Forest Service
Matching the Tree to the Planting Site- Justin Evertson or Bob Henrickson, Nebraska Statewide Arboretum
Outdoor Concurrent Sessions:
Design, Placement & Planting Solutions- Eric Berg and Justin Evertson or Bob Hendrckson
Identifying Problems & Pruning Solutions- Laurie Stepanek and Rachel Allison or Chip Murrow
Times: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Cost: $40.00 per person if postmarked by March 3, 2009.
A $10 fee will be added to walk-ins and registrations postmarked after March 3, 2009.
Registration fee includes lunch, refreshments and workshop materials.
$30 for students, Master Gardeners, tree board volunteers, ReTree ambassadors and NAA, NNLA and ISA member
Program Brochure
Information about the 2009 Tree Care Workshops is also available online at www.nfs.unl.edu and from your Nebraska Forest Service district forester. Locate your NFS district forester by visiting www.nfs.unl.edu/NFSdistricts.asp
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North Platte—March 10
North Platte Community College
601 W. State Farm Road
Room 145, McDonald-Belton Campus |
Norfolk—March 17
Northeast Community College
Lifelong Learning Center
801 E. Benjamin Avenue
Rooms H & I |
Hastings—March 11
Central Community College
Highway 6 & E. Community Drive
Fir/Cedar Room, Dawson Building |
Lincoln—March 18
Antelope Park
1650 Memorial Drive
Auld Recreation Center |
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20. Wineries Unlimited Conference & Trade Show, March 10-13
The largest wine trade show and seminar program east of the Rockies, will hold its 33rd show at the Valley Forge Convention Center in King of Prussia, PA.
Learn new ideas, renew philosophies, brush up on techniques. Multi-track conference sessions are designed to increase your knowledge, expand your profit, and put money back in your pocket.
This two-day event is the buyer's trade show for the Eastern wine industry with over 330 exhibitor booths available for one-on-one meetings with new and returning vendors (includes lunch and wine tasting on day two).
See old friends and make new ones. Develop business contacts and gather ideas from your fellow wine-mates.
Program information, exhibitors and registration will be available online at http://www.wineriesunlimited.com
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