On this week's Backyard Farmer we'll help you manage squash vine borers and give some tips for new gardeners. Program rundown: Samples: :40 Butterfly caterpillars 3:30 Spotted spurge 5:10 Slime mold on turf 5:15 Q-N-A 7:50 Blister beetle 8:12 Squash Vine Borer 9:02 Moth pupa 9:41 White grub 10:45 Multiple weeds in turf 12:32 Fungus and summer patch in turf 14:09 Violets in turf 15:03 Mosaic virus 16:43 Angular leaf spot 17:45 Wilt disease 18:39 Possible herbicide drift 19:18 Squase Vine Borer Feature Q-N-A 23:34 Onion thrips 24:12 Tomato stalk borer 24:50 Checkerspot butterfly caterpillars 25:25 Black medic 26:09 Motherwort 26:31 Thistle 27:21 Possible black snake root 27:55 Wilt on Tomato 28:38 Bacterial canker of tomato 29:21 Mosaic virus of tomato 30:03 Salt burn on tomato 30:44 Garden Update 32:19 Lightning Round 36:14 Plant of the Week Q-N-A 37:17 Zimmerman Pine Moth 38:06 Oak gall 38:45 Spidermite on burning bush 39:32 Fungus gnats 40:00 Summer/Brown Patch 41:07 Summer Patch 41:45 Brown Patch 42:33 Slime Mold on turf 43:00 Ganoderma mushroom 43:45 Rose rosette 44:20 Yellow leaves on hydrangea 44:35 Sunscald on hydrangea 45:00 Tips for New Gardeners Feature Q-N-A 49:23 Potter wasp nest 49:53 Cicada killer wasp nest 50:19 Cow killer ant 50:48 Picture wing fly 51:06 Brome grass 51:48 Orchard grass 52:19 Creeping red fescue 52:47 Possible canker/fireblight 53:16 Rust 53:40 Rust/Fireblight

This video is intended as a fun take on how to dress properly when handling pesticides. Please note that the characters depicted are preparing for a non-specific pesticide application in order to demonstrate the minimum protective clothing and equipment that should be worn. In real life, you should read the label of the specific product you intend to use. The label will tell you exactly what you should wear when handling that product. At a minimum, when you handle pesticides you should wear socks, closed-toe shoes, long pants, a long-sleeve shirt, and chemical-resistant gloves.

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 Super Fair 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

4-H youth show their dairy and pygmy goats. This year, the 4-H/FFA Dairy Cattle Show is combined with the Dairy/Pygmy Goat. In the showmanship classes, 4-H’ers are judged on their ability to handle and present their animal. Showmen are divided into classes based on age. In breed classes, the animals are evaluated on their conformation (skeletal and muscular structures) desirable for their breed. Four major categories when judging dairy cattle include frame score, dairy breed strength, feet and legs, and soundness of the udder.  The Lancaster County Super Fair 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

Nebraska Extension Educator John Porter returns to help new gardeners with mid summer tips.

In obedience, exhibitors are judged on how well their dog responds to commands. Classes range from beginning level (in which dogs must be shown on leash) up to advanced levels (in which dogs are shown without a leash). There are also team obedience classes. In showmanship, youth are judged on their dog handling abilities. 4-H'ers are divided into classes based on age, plus a class for handlers and dogs who have previously won a purple in senior showmanship.  The Lancaster County Super Fair 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

Nebraska Extension Urban Entomologist Jody Green talks about managing squash vine borer.

Baleage and Haylage are often used interchangeably, but there are differences. Nebraska Extension Educator Brad Schick explains how they vary and what might be best for your operation. • 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

This week on Market Journal… (00:47) Corn & Soybean Diseases – Tamra Jackson-Ziems, Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist, explains the different diseases being seen in corn and soybean fields, including southern rust and frogeye leaf spot. •If there’s a sample from your field you’d like to get tested, contact UNL’s Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic at https://cropwatch.unl.edu/plantdisease/unl-diagnostic-clinic-lincoln. (03:18) Markets with Chad Hart – Chad Hart, Iowa State Extension Economist and Crop Markets Specialist, examines crop conditions throughout the area. Chad also discusses corn and soybean demand. (09:32) $500 Million Cattle Grant – Feedlot manager Mike Briggs and analyst Elaine Kub weigh in on the USDA’s announcement that $500 million will be made available to help small meat processors increase market options for farmers and ranchers. (12:12) Reimagining Federal Conservation – Greg Ibach, IANR's Under Secretary in Residence, discusses federal conservation programs and how the current model may need to be changed. Greg also talks about the role of universities in the effort. •For more information, visit https://www.agri-pulse.com/articles/16146-opinion-reimagining-federal-conservation-programs and https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/conservation-programs/index. (19:36) Baleage vs. Haylage – Baleage and Haylage are often used interchangeably, but there are differences. Nebraska Extension Educator Brad Schick explains how they vary and what might be best for your operation. (22:53) Al's Forecast – We’re ready for August and a favorable forecast. Nebraska Extension Ag Climatologist Al Dutcher tells us what’s ahead in this week’s weather. Next Week … University of Missouri Ag Economist Scott Brown runs through the latest news in the cattle markets. Plus, IANR Vice Chancellor Mike Boehm discusses the advancements Nebraska is making in precision ag technology. • 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

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.

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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

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.