University of Nebraska Horticulture Associate Professor of Horticulture Dirac Twidwell and PhD. Student Dylan Fogarty talk about how eastern red cedar is a threat to taking over Nebraska's prairies

Backyard Farmer tours a pollinator garden in Tekamah and focuses on 1000 Canker disease of walnut trees.

Nebraska Forest Service Forest Health Specialist Laurie Stepanek talks about a walnut disease called 1000 Canker disease.

This week on Market Journal… (00:50) Markets with Darin Newsom – Darin Newsom, President of Darin Newsom Analysis, discusses how this week’s extreme weather event is impacting the agricultural markets. Darin also offers his thoughts on the August WASDE Report before delving into the livestock markets. (08:41) Southern Rust in Corn – Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Tamra Jackson-Ziems gives an update on corn diseases and what producers should be looking for in their fields. •For more information, visit https://corn.ipmpipe.org/southerncornrust/. (12:14) Al’s Forecast – What’s the big weather story for the next several days? Nebraska Extension Ag Climatologist Al Dutcher has our forecast for the week. (16:16) Treating Corn Rootworm Beetles – Nebraska Extension Entomologist Julie Peterson discusses Nebraska’s two species of corn rootworm beetles and some management practices to consider. •For more information, visit https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2017/scout-now-corn-rootworm-beetles-assess-potential-risk-future-damage and https://marketplace.unl.edu/extension/ec130.html. (22:59) Common Reed – Nebraska Extension Educator Gary Stone discusses the non-native sub-species of common reed, phragmites Australis, and the different plans and methods needed to manage this noxious weed. •For more information, visit https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2020/phragmites-common-reed. Next week … Author and analyst Elaine Kub joins us to explain what’s making news in the markets. Plus, August is a crucial time for soybeans. We’ll tell you what diseases are impacting farmers this year. • 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, discusses how this week’s extreme weather event is impacting the agricultural markets. Darin also offers his thoughts on the August WASDE Report before delving into the livestock 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

Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Tamra Jackson-Ziems gives an update on corn diseases and what producers should be looking for in their fields. For more information, visit https://corn.ipmpipe.org/southerncornrust. • 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

Presentations were filmed @ the Bart Ruth Farm Soybean Management Field Days site on Aug. 11, 2020 for the virtual field days. We look forward to sharing what we are learning at the sites in the near future via short, easy to view video clips! Until then, take a behind the scenes look at the on-site filming.

For over 20 years, Soybean Management Field Days have helped soybean growers maximize productivity and profitability through smart decisions and efficient use of resources. The field days have helped growers stay competitive in the global marketplace and increase profits with a focus on meeting the world's growing food and energy needs right here in Nebraska. The field days are moving online for the first time in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the in-person field days will not be offered in 2020, research is active at the Soybean Management Field Days locations. Information and updates from the sites will be shared with growers through virtual field day presentations. The field days are sponsored by the Nebraska Soybean Board in partnership with Nebraska Extension in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and are funded through soybean checkoff dollars. The efforts of the checkoff are directed by the United Soybean Board promoting progress powered by U.S. farmers.

4-H youth show their dairy goats. In the showmanship classes, 4-H’ers are judged on their ability to handle and present their goat. Showmen are divided into classes based on age. In breed classes, the goats are evaluated on their conformation (skeletal and muscular structures) desirable for their breed. The Lancaster County SuperFair is brought to you by Lancaster County Agricultural Society, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that promotes agriculture, youth and community. Learn more about @SuperFairLNK at http://SuperFair.org In Lancaster County, the 4-H youth development program is a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government. #4HGrowsHere

Reining, Working Pleasure and Ranch Horse Versatility classes are all patterns which require a high level of horsemanship. Ranch Horse Pleasure is “on the rail,” which means riders circle around the arena along the rail changing gaits as instructed. Stock horses are typically used, with western attire and tack. Xtreme is a fun competition showcasing the versatility of the horse and rider. Western and English attire and tack are used! The Lancaster County SuperFair is brought to you by Lancaster County Agricultural Society, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that promotes agriculture, youth and community. Learn more about @SuperFairLNK at http://SuperFair.org In Lancaster County, the 4-H youth development program is a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government. #4HGrowsHere

The 4-H Western Horse Show 3 includes Western Bareback Equitation, Western Pleasure Ponies. These classes showcase the horse’s movement and ability, as well as the exhibitor’s horsemanship. Stock horses are typically used, with western attire and tack. The Lancaster County SuperFair is brought to you by Lancaster County Agricultural Society, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that promotes agriculture, youth and community. Learn more about @SuperFairLNK at http://SuperFair.org In Lancaster County, the 4-H youth development program is a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government. #4HGrowsHere

Learn about Animal Science and School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences

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.