Corn Production

• Working Toward Improved Nitrogen Use Efficiency in Corn in the Central Platte NRD. A UNL soil scientist reviews 25 years of data on grower practices and nitrogen use and looks toward the next steps in improving nitrogen use efficiency and reducing nitrogen groundwater contamination.
• Corn Nematode Sampling. In sandy soils, sample now. Check out these tips for submitting quality soil samples to get the most accurate analysis.
• Tips for Applying Soil Residual Herbicides after Corn Emergence. Had trouble getting into the field? These 2014 recommendations still apply.
• Scout for Stalk Borers in Corn. Scouting should be underway in the southern tier of Nebraska

Wheat Production

• Wheat Disease Update. From western to eastern Nebraska, researcher notes damage from a wide range of diseases to flooding.

Flood, Hail & Storm Damage

• See the June 5 CropWatch for links to timely articles.

Resistance Management

• Understanding Bt Corn Traits, Events, Proteins

Nutrient Management

• Q&A: Sampling Corn Sap for Nutrient Analysis
• Potential N Loss after Heavy Rains (May 15)

Weather & Climate

• Soil Moisture Report as of June 8, 2015

Crop Reports

• Extension Crops Report June 8-12
• UNL Plant & Pest Diagnostic Clinic Report
• USDA: Soybean Planting 83% Done; Corn, 97%

IANR & Extension

• Market Journal Takes a Closer Look at Winter Wheat Issues, the grain markets, corn nematode sampling, corn exports to Japan, ARC & PLC signup, and the forecast for the coming week.

Reminders

• Deadline June 15 for 2015 LEAD Applications. Read how one McCook alum grew personally and professionally from her LEAD experience.
• West Central Crops and Water Field Day June 23 at North Platte
• Weed Management Field Day July 1 at Clay Center