Strategic Discussions for Nebraska is an annual publication that highlights research and projects conducted at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources (IANR) and the impact the work has on the state of Nebraska and beyond. The Nebraska Legislature created IANR in 1973 through the enactment of LB149. The Institute focuses efforts in teaching, research and Extension around six communities:
Science Literacy
Stress Biology
Healthy Humans
Healthy Systems for Agricultural Production and Natural Resources
Computational Sciences
Drivers of Economic Vitality for Nebraska
Strategic Discussions for Nebraska helps share the IANR story. The annual Strategic Discussions for Nebraska publication translates research-based science to be understood by the general audience. A Strategic Discussions for Nebraska publication has been produced annually since 2008, each focusing on a different overall topic.
In recent years, the Strategic Discussions for Nebraska has rotated through the IANR six communities as a publication theme. This 2019 edition focuses on Nebraska’s Advantage — Healthy Systems for Agricultural Production and Natural Resources.
According to Michael J. Boehm, University of Nebraska Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources and Harlan Vice Chancellor of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln IANR, the ultimate role of SDN is to share the story of both Nebraska and the Institute through a vast array of scientific research. Stories communicate the current state of projects as well as outline the impact and potential future directions for the work. Every seven years, a new chapter will be added to the volume of each specific community.
“SDN is a critical part of telling the narrative of our progress at IANR, through our amazing students, faculty, staff and partners,” Boehm said.
Students in the Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Communication (AESC) program in the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication (ALEC) produce the stories for the Strategic Discussions for Nebraska publication as part of their Senior Capstone Seminar course each spring.
For the 2019 publication, University Communication provided photography and graphic design and IANR Media offered website expertise and design. IANR provided funding as well as business and liaison services for the production of this publication.
A sincere appreciation is expressed for the original vision and financial support of the Robert and Ardis James Family Foundation, which founded Strategic Discussions for Nebraska in 2007.
DR. LAURA E. YOUNG, SDN Director and Editor
laura.young@unl.edu I sdn@unl.edu | 402.472.2807
2019 STORIES
Harmonizing Agricultural Production and Natural Resources
Meeting the Grand Challenge at the Interface of Disciplines
Nebraska's Advantage is Finding a Win-Win
The Resilience of Agricultural Production and Natural Resources Management
Tapping into Nebraska’s Crop Production
TAPS Program Builds Relationships Between Growers and Extension Educators
Exploring Crop Response to Environmental Stresses at the Single Cell Level
Technology and Genetic Information in the Cattle Industry
How Beef Producers Share Data
Gut Health in Pigs Tells a Larger Story:
Understanding Gut Health in Pigs and Connection to Humans
Fish Ecology: A True ‘Canary in a Coal Mine’
Improving Human Health Through the Study of Fish Physiology
Plunging into Nebraska’s Groundwater Depth: A Massive Reservoir
Measuring Water Quantity and Quality in the Nebraska Sandhills
Connecting with Science Ensures Natural Resources Resilience
Next Generation of Environmental Stewards
A Holistic Approach to a Healthy Nebraska
Soil Health and Why it Matters
Trending Upward: Manure Nutrient Management
Manure as a Valuable Resource and More Natural Option
Researching in a Climate Crossroads
Nebraska’s Climate Research Informs National Climate Assessment
Nebraska’s Groundwater Story Splashes Globally
DWFI Stresses the Importance of Sustainable Water Resources Management
Herbicide-Resistant Weeds Are a Growing Problem
The Persistent Battle Against Weeds
Grassland Ecology in the Nebraska Sandhills
Efficiency of Grazing Lands in a Cool Season Grass Pasture
Driverless Tractors: Coming Soon to a Field Near You
A New Age in Agriculture
Remote Sensing: Seeing in New Ways
A Tool for Monitoring Biodiversity in Nebraska
Keeping Chemicals in Place
Precision Animal Management: Changing the Way Producers Use Technology
A Vision for the Future
Leveraging Prediction for Agricultural Production
From Plows to Precision Agriculture
Maximizing Profitability through Precision Technology
