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University of NebraskaLincoln Extension publications offer research-based, peer-reviewed objective information in a wide range of topics.  Written by specialists and educators in UNL’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, publication topics range from crop production to flower gardening and from managing your wildlife to managing your finances and communicating with your teenager. Topics are conveniently sorted into 38 categories to make it easy to find information quickly. 

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Featured Publications

Cutting Costs on Family Clothing

Can your coat go another year? Can those slacks be repaired? Learn about Cutting Family Clothing and Personal Care Expenses with NebGuide G1936.

Vegetables as Ornamentals

Add color to your fall landscape with pumpkins, gourds and other vegetables from your garden. For more ideas see NebGuide G1954, Vegetables as Ornamentals.

What to do With Corn Residue?

If you're considering whether to contract sell or otherwise dispose of crop residue, see NebGuide G1846, Harvesting Corn Residues. It covers how to estimate residue amounts and the effect of harvest on nutrient removal, erosion, soil quality, water loss, and yield.