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Benchmarking Irrigation Decisions: Lessons from UNL-TAPS

A comparison of TAPS irrigation decisions shows that effective water management is not simply about applying less — it is about applying the right amount at the right time.

ScoutNebraska

Stay ahead of emerging crop issues with ScoutNebraska. Extension specialists share weekly field observations, pest and disease alerts, and management insights from across Nebraska. Watch live Fridays at 11 a.m. CT on YouTube or view recordings anytime.

Watch the Aug. 12 statewide crop scouting event recording
Watch live on YouTube
See the latest updates on X and Facebook

Holding a damaged green corn leaf in a dry field, logo reading "Scout Nebraska" in red.

Endangered Species Act: What Growers Need to Know

In a new three-part series, University of Nebraska researchers offer guidance to Nebraska applicators on meeting Endangered Species Act requirements in 2026.

— Part 1: Crop Protection Program Requirements
— Part 2: Runoff and Erosion Mitigation
— Part 3: Ecological Spray Drift Buffers

Person holding an unmarked pesticide container in an early-season cornfield, illustrating herbicide planning and compliance requirements.

Nitrogen for Corn 101

Balancing crop demand with input costs is never easy. This new article series breaks down the latest research and recommendations so you can apply N with confidence.

Detecting N Stress
1.2 lb N Per Bushel — Where Did That Come From?
EONR — Does it Exist?
Determining N Credits
Fall N Application — Still OK?
Using Precision Agriculture and Sensor Technologies to Boost Profits

Nitrogen for corn banner image with red N

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