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The percent of maximum available water in the soil column, August 15-21, 2007. While some areas of the state are reaching maximum capacity, others are below normal. See stories in this week's CropWatch as well as the CropWatch Weather page for more information. (High Plains Regional Climate Center)

August 24, 2007

Disease Management
Sudden Death Syndrome Widespread in Eastern Nebraska Soybean
Insect Management
Webworms Damaging Alfalfa and Soybeans
Green Cloverworms Reported in Soybeans
Weather
Soil Moisture Levels Quite Variable Across the State
Historical Climate Trends Differ from National Forecasts
Grain Storage
Clean Bins and Equipment Before Harvest To Maintain Grain Quality, Value
Larger Diameter Bins Can Save Grain Drying Energy
Forage and Pasture Production
Late Season Pasture Weeds Require Early Season Efforts
Cover Crops Offer Benefits After Early Crop Harvests
Correct Timing Makes the Best Silage
Field Updates
Field Updates
USDA Aug. 20: Nebraska Crop Condition
USDA: Nebraska Farm Real Estate Value and Cash Rents Higher
Extension Events
Meeting Monday to Identify Biofuel Opportunities in the Panhandle
Solution Days 2007 Explores New Trends in Ag and Field Research
Gudmundsen Sandhills Lab Open House Aug. 29
Irrigation and Energy Conservation Field Day Sept. 6 at North Platte
Land Application of Manure Field Days Sept. 6 and 11
Grassland Center Offers Fall Lecture Series
Sorghum Field Day September 5 at Byron

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