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Managing High Fertilizer Costs: Apply Sulfur Where It Is Likely to Pay

Not every field needs sulfur fertilizer, and applying it unnecessarily can cut into profits. Find out which Nebraska soils are most likely to benefit, how irrigation water and manure can supply sulfur, and what it takes for an application to break even.

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Confronting Cropping Challenges

Dec. 9-11 & 17 Across Northeast Nebraska

Explore practical strategies for managing soybean defoliation, volunteer corn, Palmer amaranth, white mold and other crop production challenges in 2027, with private pesticide applicator recertification also available. Check back next week for more details about the 2026 CCC program, or contact your local Nebraska Extension office.

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Harvest 2026 Resources

For Nebraska Producers

From harvest delays and grain quality concerns to equipment safety and storage management, find timely Nebraska Extension guidance to help you navigate this year's harvest challenges.

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Managing High Fertilizer Costs

Part 1–4 now available

Make every fertilizer dollar count. Explore Nebraska Extension's new article series featuring research-based strategies to manage fertilizer costs, improve nutrient efficiency and protect crop profitability.

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