By John Hay
To help get folks off on the right foot, Nebraska Extension, in partnership with Extension programs from several other states and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), have developed a new series of extension materials designed specifically with new farmers in mind.
The series, "Energy Answers for the Beginning Farmer & Rancher,” utilizes farm energy experts from university extension programs across the country to answer pressing energy questions. The main product of the project is a series of short, engaging videos and resources that give useful tips and information on farm energy.
"Energy is typically one of the highest ongoing costs of any farm operation," says project manager Siobhan Fathel of Penn State. "These resources act as a first step to better managing your energy costs and needs.”