University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources

Recent rains and warmer temperatures have given winter wheat in eastern Nebraska a good early season boost. Wheat in eastern Nebraska is nearing or has already started jointing, while wheat in western Nebraska is probably 7-10 days away from jointing.
(Photo by Brett Hampton)

April 7, 2006

Potential Effects of 2005-2006 Mild Winter
Nebraska winter more than 4° above average; January warmest on record
Nebraska soybean rust forecast for 2006
Nebraska corn at higher risk for Stewart's wilt and flea beetle damage in 2006
Mild winter likely to affect insect populations
Wheat Production
Herbicide treatment window in wheat narrows; check wheat growth stage
Wheat disease update: Rusts identified in southern states
Alfalfa & Forage Production
When to use perennial ryegrass in the Great Plains
With limited water, consider benefits of forage
Reseeding thin or dead pasture areas
Field Updates, Programs & Resources
Field reports from across the state
UNL offers Field Crop Scout Training May 15
State land-cover map helps planners, scientists, policy makers and educators
Market Journal to examine Medicare drug program
Ag People in the News
Agribusiness education extends from classroom to showroom for Mitch Merz

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