Pickling

Ring-necked pheasant numbers in Nebraska have declined significantly over the past several decades due to habitat loss. Nebraska Extension Habitat Management Specialist Andy Little talks about why pheasant numbers are low and what landowners can to help increase populations.

Cool temperatures and abundant moisture are setting up the potential for some extra grass growth heading into the fall. Nebraska Extension Educator Ben Beckman says producers can take advantage of fall grazing but warns about the risks of nitrate toxicity.

University of Nebraska researchers are studying wildlife habitat, with a focus on gamebirds such as pheasants. Nebraska Extension Habitat Management Specialist Andy Little discusses findings from the research program and what they mean for creating and managing habitat that benefits wildlife.