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Diversified Agriculture

If you are
 - a conventional farmer wanting to use an alternative agriculture enterprise for a second income source, or
 - a producer who already has an organic or sustainable agricultural enterprise, or
 - an acreage owner who wants to develop an alternative agriculture enterprise for idle land
UNL Extension is committed to helping you learn more about diversified agriculture.

Organic farming practices in Nebraska, UNL Extension and Research Organic Working Group
Information regarding organic practices, current projects, news, and more.

Science-Based Organic Farming (2004) (PDF*, 104 pages, 819 KB)
2008 update (Microsoft Word 2003 file - 106 pages, 1.32 MB)
This collection of resources and references is designed for educators and specialists in Extension and other organizations to become better prepared to answer questions from clients in Nebraska. It is also designed to be a first primer for farmers interested in organic farming to become acquainted with the regulations and practices necessary for certification and for designing an efficient organic farming operation.

Kimmel Education and Research Center, Nebraska City
Offers the Inventors, Investors and Entrepreneurs Club (meets monthly), the annual Wild Fruit & Nut Jam event, and other educational and research efforts aimed at creating new economic opportunities and developing the entrepreneurial and leadership skills of individuals, organizations and communities.

Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education - Nebraska
SARE offers competitive grants and educational opportunities for producers, scientists, educators, institutions, organizations and others exploring sustainable agriculture.

Additional information resources include:

UNL Extension promotes research and supports diversified, sustainable agriculture because it can provide unique opportunities for sustaining rural communities and retaining families and youth in rural Nebraska.

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* You will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader to open and print the PDF files. You can download the current version of Adobe Acrobat Reader from the Adobe website.

Upcoming Programs

UNL Extension Organic Farm Tour
Aug. 23 at the Forestry Research Area at UNL's Agricultural Research and Development Center near Mead

2008 Wild Fruit & Nut Jam
Oct 18, Kimmel Education & Research Center, Nebraska City

Related Resources

Crop Watch
Seasonal newsletter presents timely information on topics varying from pest management and production recommendations to news releases, research updates, meeting notices, and weather data.

Market Journal
Weekly program from UNL Extension that provides current grain/livestock market commentary and analysis; weather, climate, and soil moisture updates; practical advice from seasoned, working producers; and more.

Nebraska Cooperative Development Center