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.
Crop Progress: Soybean Planting Starts in Nebraska
April 23, 2024
Soybean planting had begun as of April 21, with just 2% of acreage completed, while corn acreage was at 6% planted.
Crop Progress: Oats at 31% Planted, Wheat Condition Improved
April 9, 2024
Oat planting continues to surge ahead of average pace this year, and winter wheat crop conditions showed slight improvement following recent precipitation.
Crop Progress: Oat Planting Begins
April 4, 2024
Oat planting is ahead of schedule this year, with 12% of acreage planted as of March 31.
Nebraska 2024 Prospective Plantings
March 28, 2024
Dry edible pea acreage is anticipated to skyrocket in 2024, at a 129% increase over 2023. More sorghum and dry edible bean acreage is also expected in Nebraska this growing season.
Crop Progress: Winter Wheat at 66% Good-Excellent Condition
March 26, 2024
While winter wheat condition improved slightly in March, soil moisture supplies generally decreased.
Can Cover Crops Help with Weed Control?
March 20, 2024
UNL's Weed Science Program is investigating the benefits of using winter and spring seeded cover crops to control weeds in dry beans.