List of Event Group
NCR SARE Farmer and Rancher Grants
The Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE, for short) grants are designed to improve profitability, stewardship, and the quality of life for farmers and ranchers. The USDA’s North Central Region (NCR) SARE program is made up of 12 states. The NCR SARE has distributed over $30 million worth of grants to farmers and ranchers exploring sustainable agricultural systems.
Agriculture at the Crossroads Conference 2006
Energy Alternatives for Rural Nebraska Communities, Farms & Ranches
Understand what is going on with energy and how to apply energy alternatives. Sessions will be presented by experts from UNL, the U.S. Department of Energy, NPPD, Dixon Power Systems, and Nebraska Well Drillers Association. Session topics will include funding opportunities for energy systems, producing methane for energy, using nuclear energy and alternate sources of energy, such as solar and wind.
Nebraska Biofuel Renewable Energy Roadmap Workshop
Higher energy prices and increasing dependence on foreign oil have renewed interest in alternative energy sources. Biofuel produced from grain, oilseed crops, and plant biomass represent a promising option to reduce this dependence. The purpose of this workshop is to learn about the exciting opportunities and challenges confronting expansion of biofuel production in Nebraska, and to identify Nebraska’s comparative advantages for increased investment in this industry. A keynote address from Governor Heineman will be followed by plenary presentations by nationally recognized policy makers, scientists, and industry leaders. Participants will also contribute to breakout sessions that will help develop the vision for Nebraska’s Biomass Energy Roadmap.
