Nebraska Wildfires

(Journal photo by Jennifer Theurer.)

Central Region, Hay Range Pasture, Nebraska, Wildlife

Nebraska Hay and Forage Hotline connects producers following wildfires

The Nebraska Hay and Forage Hotline can help connect producers who need hay with those who have hay available for sale. Read More

Native grass roots, not new seed, are what bring Sandhills rangeland back after a wildfire like the 2026 Morrill Fire. Research shows reseeding rarely helps when a healthy perennial plant community was already in place before the burn. (Nebraska Extension)

Central Region, Hay Range Pasture, Nebraska

Should I reseed on sandhills rangeland following a wildfire?