G80-505 Economics of Energy Used in Fallow Systems for Winter Wheat-Fallow Rotation

Authors

Robert E.J. Retzlaff, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Vernon L. Hofman, North Dakota State University

Date of this Version

1980

Comments

© 1980, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

This NebGuide discusses the economic advantages of using a fallow system with winter wheat.

In 1979, Americans watched gasoline, diesel, and other petroleum products dramatically increase in price. The amount of imported crude oil increased and the demand continued strong despite higher prices. Conservation of energy, either forced or voluntary, seems to be one of the key solutions to the energy crisis.