Eric Hunt
faculty
- Asst Exten Educator School of Natural Resources University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
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Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: May 16, 2024
May 17, 2024
A very active weather pattern is on the way to Nebraska. For farmers trying to get crops in the ground, there likely won't be more than 72 consecutive hours without precipitation between Sunday, May 19 and the end of the month.
The Impact of Spring Rainfall on Available Soil Moisture
May 15, 2024
Assessing whether rainfall is sufficient to recharge soil moisture to adequate levels is not an easy task. This article covers key aspects of soil-water relations and how recent rainfall in Nebraska may affect available soil moisture for future irrigation decisions.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: May 9, 2024
May 10, 2024
There is more rain expected for Nebraska next week, but it's likely to be followed by an extended dry period.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: May 2, 2024
May 2, 2024
With two more rounds of storms inbound, the latest forecast includes another two to three inches of precipitation for eastern Nebraska by early next week and the potential for another round of severe weather on Monday, May 6.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: April 24, 2024
April 25, 2024
Planting in Nebraska may be sidelined over the weekend as rainfall is expected to continue across the region through Sunday, April 28.
March 2024 Climate Summary
April 19, 2024
March was the 10th consecutive month with record-setting temperatures globally and the 31st warmest on record for Nebraska.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: April 11, 2024
April 12, 2024
Next week's forecast includes a risk of severe weather on Monday, followed by cooler temperatures that may lead to a frost Friday and Saturday for the majority of the state.
UNL-TAPS: Reflections on Seven Years of Irrigation and Nitrogen Management
April 11, 2024
Extension insights on the year-to-year variability in corn yield response to irrigation and nitrogen (N) fertilizer rates throughout seven years of the TAPS sprinkler irrigated corn competition.