On this week's program, we'll take a look at signs of the Zimmerman Pine Moth and give you tips for home pond cleaning. Program run down: Samples: :52 Praying Mantis 3:26 Cankers 5:14 Regent Serviceberry Q-N-A 7:52 Scale Insects 9:36 Concolor Fir Winter Damage 11:57 Sap Rot in Fir 12:33 Boxwood Winter Damage 14:27 Zimmerman Pine Moth Feature Q-N-A 17:28 Midges 18:28 Ant Bait 19:44 Dead Tree Fungus Killing Turf 21:32 Turf Mushrooms 22:52 Korean Spice Viburnum 23:26 PJM Rhodedendron 24:00 Garden Update 25:47 Indoor Fungus Gnats & Aphids 27:24 Lightning Round 31:46 Plant of the Week Q-N-A 33:30 Termites in the Landscape 35:23 Fasciation 36:27 Black Knot 37:38 Magnolia Issues 38:39 Spring Pond Cleanup Feature Q-N-A 41:54 Carpenter Bees 43:07 Swallowtail Butterfly 43:58 Cedar Apple Rust 46:31 Poison Ivy 48:19 Wasp Indoors 49:34 Snow Mold 50:33 Using Other Materials in Raised Beds 52:22 Attracting Pollinators

What do you need to consider when managing cows during a drought? Travis Mulliniks, West Central Research and Extension Center discusses the importance of proper nutrition for the cow during a drought and how we can meet nutritional needs.

UNL Research Technologist Josh Reznicek demonstrates how to properly clean your pond and why it's important.

Nebraska Extension Assistant Educator for Urban Entomology Kaitlin Chapman talks about the signs of a Zimmerman Pine Moth infestation and what you can do about it.

This week on Market Journal… (00:49) Markets with Darin Newsom – Darin Newsom, President of Darin Newsom Analysis, breaks down the significant rally in the corn and soybean markets. Darin also talk about basis levels and what’s making headlines in South America. (06:30) Spring Center Pivot Checks – Steve Melvin, Irrigation Cropping Systems Extension Educator, explains why farmers should evaluate their irrigation efficiency prior to planting. (09:02) Postpartum Anestrus in Cows – UNL Cow/Calf Specialist Kacie McCarthy discusses how managing postpartum anestrus in beef cows can set the stage for a successful breeding season. •For more information, visit https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2021/managing-postpartum-anestrus-beef-cows-successful-breeding-season. (15:32) Manure Resources – UNL Manure Management Coordinator Leslie Johnson explains a new manure app for producers who are looking to buy, sell, or learn more about using manure in their operation. •To access the app, visit https://nemanure.glideapp.io. (18:24) Al’s Forecast – This week brought some sun, but also cooler temperatures. Nebraska Extension Ag Climatologist Al Dutcher has our forecast for the week. (22:07) Precision Conservation – Andy Little, Extension Wildlife Specialist, talks about precision ag tools that may be useful to farmers and his research into precision conservation. •For more information, visit https://wildlifeecologylab.unl.edu/precision-conservation. Next Week… We'll examine why now is the perfect time to check for soybean cyst nematode and offer some ways to manage it. Plus, Doug Simon with Tredas joins us for a look at the markets. • Become a show sponsor: https://marketjournal.unl.edu/sponsor-mj • Website: http://www.marketjournal.unl.edu • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/marketjournal • Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marketjournal • Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/market_journal

Darin Newsom, President of Darin Newsom Analysis, breaks down the significant rally in the corn and soybean markets. Darin also talk about basis levels and what’s making headlines in South America. • Become a show sponsor: https://marketjournal.unl.edu/sponsor-mj • Website: http://www.marketjournal.unl.edu • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/marketjournal • Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marketjournal • Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/market_journal

UNL Cow/Calf Specialist Kacie McCarthy discusses how managing postpartum anestrus in beef cows can set the stage for a successful breeding season. For more information, visit https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2021/managing-postpartum-anestrus-beef-cows-successful-breeding-season. • Become a show sponsor: https://marketjournal.unl.edu/sponsor-mj • Website: http://www.marketjournal.unl.edu • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/marketjournal • Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marketjournal • Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/market_journal

EDCC Website Informational Video 2021

Dr. Jerry Volesky reviews different annual forages and how they might be used to increase grazing capacity or provide extra hay. Documents with additional info Utilizing Annual Forages with Limited Irrigation: https://extensionpublications.unl.edu/assets/html/g2185/build/g2185.htm Summer Annual Forage Grasses: https://extensionpublications.unl.edu/assets/pdf/g2183.pdf Nitrates in Livestock Feeding: https://extensionpublications.unl.edu/assets/html/g1779/build/g1779.htm Grass Tetany info: https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/preventing-grass-tetany-lactating-beef-cow-spring Herbicide Restrictions https://extensionpublications.unl.edu/assets/pdf/g2276.pdf

Lancaster County 4-H and 4-H Council invite ALL 4-H’ers, 4-H families and volunteers to the 4-H Achievement VIRTUAL Celebration on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 6:30 p.m. The award recipients in the program are posted at http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/achievement.

Overview of the many opportunities youth have in Lancaster County 4-H. Statistics are from 2019. Locally, the 4-H youth development program is a partnership between Nebraska Extension and Lancaster County government. Learn more about the Lancaster County 4-H program at http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h.

This highlights reel was shown at the Lancaster County 4-H 2020 Horse Awards night to celebrate the achievements of all Lancaster County 4-H equestrians! Results will be posted at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/horse/AwardsNight. Photos in video submitted by 4-H families and volunteers. The Lancaster County 4-H Horse program is the largest 4-H county horse program in Nebraska.

Meet Patti on her Hamilton County farm. Nebraska Women in Agriculture conference is February 22-23, 2018 in Kearney. Registration opens January 1, 2018 http://wia.unl.edu/

Meet Linda on her Banner County farm. Nebraska Women in Agriculture conference is February 22-23, 2018 in Kearney. Registration opens January 1, 2018 http://wia.unl.edu/

Meet Anita on her Cherry County ranch. Nebraska Women in Agriculture conference is February 22-23, 2018 in Kearney. Registration opens January 1, 2018 http://wia.unl.edu/

Learn how to successfully create a Facebook contest, engage your customers and develop the right message for your contests. Jenny Nixon and Connie Hancock, Nebraska Extension Community Vitality Educators share tips on creating a Facebook contest.

Looking for a simple appetizer? Try this Mango Tango Black Bean Salsa recipe! Salsa recipes with fruit are always a hit because they provide the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Recipe is courtesy of the Canned Food Alliance. View full recipe and tips at: wp.me/p2LnjI-ek

Have you ever cut mango dices? There is a trick to it. Check out this video to learn a few simple tips to help you cut a mango into dices. Remember to always wash produce before cutting it. For more tips and recipes that help you make Healthier Decisions, visit makinghealthierdecisions.com/.

Dr. James Barnes Will Share Several Lessons Learned from the Mississippi State University Extension Service's Program called Mississippi Bricks to Clicks (www.msbrickstoclicks.com).

Power of Business is wrapping up our Cyber Security Awareness series with a Friday 15 devoted to helping you protect your customers! Having a presence online is the new business standard but your customers have been barraged with warnings about the dangers of doing business online. You, the business owner, have a responsibility to act responsibly to protect their information and assure them that doing business with you is a great option. Join Power of Business contributors Mary Peabody (UVM) and Steve Hadcock (Cornell) for an overview on steps to take to keep your customers' information safe.

As part of the Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium for high school students, I am presenting about beef nutrition and how to make videos using iMovie, so I created this video to show a fun and easy way to promote beef.