University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension


August 22 & 28, September 4, 2008

Photo of a grasshopper
Adult grasshopper. A story in this week's CropWatch alerts winter wheat growers to potential grasshopper problems this fall and recommends control measures. Densities of 11-20 grasshoppers per square yard in non-crop borders could lead to significant wheat losses this fall.
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Disease Management
Fall Strategies for Managing Fusarium Head Blight (Scab) of Wheat
Insect Management
High Grasshopper Pressure Warrants Concern for Winter Wheat Planting
Irrigation
UNL Extension Partners With Industry to Conserve Center Pivot Water Use
Harvest & Grain Storage
How Much Are Corn Stalks Worth In The Field?
How To Reduce Energy Costs For In-Bin Grain Drying
How To Reduce Energy Costs With High Speed, High Capacity Dryers
Grain Moisture Measurements May Divert Mold, Insect Infestation
Crop Production
Research — Residue Boosts Yields in Water-Limited Conditions
Alfalfa & Forage Production
Keep Testing Forage, Despite Lab Change
Rye, Triticale, Or Wheat — Which Is Best for Your Operation?
Tips for Spreading Manure On Alfalfa
Finding Higher Profits in Cash Hay Opportunities
Testing For Hay Quality
Options For Late Summer Pasture Weeds
Crop Reports
Nebraska Field Updates
USDA: Crop Report (Aug. 24)
USDA: Crop Report (Aug. 17)
USDA: Cattle Report
Events and Extension Programs
Water and Water-Use Topics Focus of UNL Husker Harvest Days Exhibits
Market Journal Delivers Key Ag Information at Husker Harvest Days
Southeast Nebraska Diversified Ag Tour Sept. 5
Improving Crop Water Productivity Conference Sept. 18
No-Till On The Plains Whirlwind Expo
Market Journal: Canadian Farmers Visit Nebraska
New Edition of Crop Disease Management Reports Released
Training for Manure Land Applicators Sept. 9
Applications Being Accepted for NCR-SARE Farmer Grant Program
AgNews
Nebraska Buffer Strip Program Sign-up Starts September 15
September Farm Bill Signups Near

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