University of Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension

September 22, 2006; updated September 29, 2006

Almost half the state's corn crop was mature this week and harvest had started on just 3%. Some areas in eastern Nebraska will need a week of drying weather before harvest could start. (IANR Photo by Brett Hampton)
Weather & Climate
Early frost, mild winter predicted
Wheat Production & Marketing
Tips for getting good wheat stands when planting late
On-line resources for wheat producers -- just a click away
Tips for forward marketing wheat for 2007, 2008
Harvest & Management
From the combine: Identifying weed and insect problems to fix for next year
From the combine: Scouting for conservation practices
Corn Production
Test corn stalks for nitrogen; adjust rates accordingly
Alfalfa Production
Countering rust in alfalfa
Soil test now for next year's alfalfa planting
Weed Management
On Nebraska's Watch List: Sericea lespedeza
Hay and Pasture Production
Consider planting a cover crop after early grain harvest
USDA extends emergency CRP grazing to Nov. 10
Avoid problems from feeding freeze-damaged forages
Field Updates
Field Updates
USDA crop condition report
Ag News and Programs
Working neighbor to neighbor: Ranch management mentors teach sustainable grazing practices
UNL study: Counties with Wal-Marts see slower growth in standard of living
UNL fall lecture series features ag and natural resources
Survey: Ag producers want next farm bill to address bioenergy

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