Study Reviews Farmer Irrigation Scheduling Tendencies in Dry Years
June 8, 2023
Many producers in Nebraska will need to irrigate in June to refill the soil profile before high water demand begins in July, but there are numerous factors to consider when calculating the appropriate irrigation amounts.
Early Season Irrigation During Drought
June 7, 2023
For producers who are irrigating early this year due to drought, it's critical to monitor soil moisture to balance crop needs with the risk of losing nitrogen and other valuable crop inputs, while also avoiding the expense of over-irrigating.
The crop water use report is updated weekly. Visit PHREC AgLab for more information.
Estimated Crop Water Use for June 5-11, 2023
June 6, 2023
Estimated crop water use for Nebraska Panhandle crops for the week of June 5.
The crop water use report is updated weekly. Visit PHREC AgLab for more information.
Estimated Crop Water Use for May 29-June 4, 2023
June 1, 2023
Estimated crop water use for Nebraska Panhandle crops for the week of May 29.
The crop water use report is updated weekly. Visit PHREC AgLab for more information.
Estimated Crop Water Use for May 15-21, 2023
May 18, 2023
Nebraska Extension Educator Gary Stone discusses how recent precipitation has affected crop water use this week.
Estimated Crop Water Use for May 1-7, 2023
May 10, 2023
Estimated crop water use for Nebraska Panhandle crops for the week of May 1.
A Retrospective Analysis of Nebraska Corn and Soybean Planting Progress (1980-2022)
May 4, 2023
UNL researchers examine historical records of corn and soybean planting progress in Nebraska, and provide insights about the planting date trends and impact on past and future yields.
Don’t Lose Out on Free Nitrogen from Irrigation Water
April 20, 2023
Extension recommendations for calculating the amount of nitrate-nitrogen in irrigation water and optimal timing of applications to reduce the cost of nitrogen inputs in irrigated corn.