University of Nebraska Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension

Wheat mosaic
Wheat samples from two sites in eastern Nebraska have tested positive for wheat streak mosaic and one of the sites also tested positive for soilborne mosaic virus. See more in this week's CropWatch.

April 28, 2006

Disease Management
Wheat testing positive for wheat streak mosaic virus
Wheat rusts reported in Midwestern states
Insect Management
Large areas at risk for grasshopper damage this summer
No-till
Reducing on-farm energy costs: Apply these tips to your farm
For nitrogen, tillage and irrigation: Energy estimators help you cut energy use and costs
Alfalfa Production
Timing the first alfalfa cutting
Assessing freeze damage in alfalfa
Weed Management
Reducing ragweed in pastures
Weed Science Field Days set for June
Field updates and Ag Meetings
Field update
UNL offers Field Crop Scout Training May 15
Market Journal: Understanding consumer preferences for value-added ag products

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