Uncommon Wheat Disease in the Nebraska Panhandle in 2023
April 24, 2024
Though rare for semi-arid regions, Fusarium head blight was present in the Nebraska Panhandle's 2023 wheat crop, and its effects have already been observed in this year's crop. This article highlights control options to mitigate yield loss in 2024.
This Week on N Field: Ear Rots and Storage Considerations
October 13, 2023
Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman shares tips on scouting for ear rots during corn harvest and avoiding mold development in bins.
It’s the Season for Controlling Soybean Cyst Nematode
October 3, 2023
Soybean cyst nematode can cause up to 30% yield loss with no significant aboveground symptoms, making soil sampling at the end of soybean season a critical part of managing this crop pest.
This Week on N Field: Push Test for Corn Stalk Rot
September 29, 2023
Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman explains how to conduct a push test to identify stalk rot before harvesting your corn fields.
This Week on N Field: Sudden Death Syndrome of Soybean
September 15, 2023
Learn how to accurately identify sudden death syndrome in soybeans and select appropriate control options for your operation.
This Week on N Field: Disease Concerns After Hail Damage
July 27, 2023
Hail damage can wound plants, but will this damage increase the amount of disease you will see in the field? Nebraska Extension specialists share insights on whether a fungicide could benefit your damaged crop.
This Week on N Field: White Mold in Soybeans
July 20, 2023
White mold in your soybeans? In this N Field Observations, Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman discusses how field history, irrigation and row spacing are important factors affecting the presence of white mold as well as what you can do if it is in your field.
This Week on N Field: Hail Damage on Corn
July 13, 2023
A review of the immediate and long-term impacts of hail damage on corn to assist producers with decision-making for the remainder of the growing season.