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Research Updates

What Have We Learned about Soybean Seed Constituents in Irrigated and Dryland Producer Fields in Nebraska?

With a continuous decline in seed protein concentration in U.S. soybeans, UNL researchers examined how irrigation practices in Nebraska may contribute to this issue for soybean growers.

Wheat Diseases

Wheat field day attendees — Figure 1. A wheat field day at the High Plains Ag Lab in Cheyenne County on June 15.

Wheat Disease Update

The majority of fields visited in southern Nebraska this week had only trace levels of Fusarium head blight, but moderate to high levels of FHB were observed in susceptible varieties in a state variety trial in Red Willow County.

Forage Production

Pasture and Forage Minute: Management Strategies for Alfalfa Insects, Irrigation

This week, extension educators review seasonal issues for alfalfa — scouting practices for alfalfa pests, when and how to correctly irrigate alfalfa, and harvest guidelines for first-year alfalfa.

Extension Events

Early Season Interseeded Cover Crop Driving Tour June 29, 2021

This free tour will provide an opportunity for individuals interested in interseeding cover crops to view interseeded corn and soybean fields at several locations across Nebraska.

Nebraska Extension to Host Inaugural Specialty Crop Conference and Trade Show

Featuring nationally known presenters, this two-day event will focus on education, growth and development of specialty crop production businesses across the state.

Nitrogen Management

FarmBits podcast episode banner — Hosted by Samantha Teten and Jackson Stansell — graduate students in UNL's Department of Biological Systems Engineering and Nebraska Extension Digital Agriculture team members — FarmBits Podcast is a weekly series highlighting new innovations and trends in digital agriculture through interviews with academic experts, farmers and industry specialists.

FarmBits Podcast: A Birdseye View

This week, Samantha Teten and Jackson Stansell discuss their graduate research on leveraging remote sensing data for near real-time, in-season nitrogen management.

Crop Reports

#NField Observations for June 2021

This week, Ben Beckman reviews considerations for new established alfalfa during harvest, and Chuck Burr suggests planter adjustments that might prevent replanting sorghum.

Nebraska Corn, Soybean Crops in Good Condition, Winter Wheat Headed at 93%

For the week ending June 13, 2021, corn condition rated 62% good, 22% excellent, and soybean condition rated 67% good, 20% excellent. Dry edible bean planting is still underway, at 74% planted.

Farm Management

The Henry J. Stumpf International Wheat Center will be one of several stops along the 2021 Annual Annual Technical Tours and Banquet in western Nebraska.

2021 Technical Tours to Feature UNL Wheat Center, Ogallala Water Sites

Hosted by the Nebraska Soil and Water Conservation Society, the tour will give participants a look at ongoing research in the Henry J. Stumpf International Wheat Center.

Have You Reconciled Your Bank Statements Recently?

Reconciling your financial accounts is vital — extension educator Jessica Groskopf offers insights on how to make this part of your bookkeeping process simple and expedient.

Nonirrigated Cropland Values in Central Plains States Show Strength in 2021

Recent findings from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City found nonirrigated cropland values in the central Plains rose, on average, 5% to 10% for first quarter 2021 compared to the prior year.

In Case You Missed It...

Soybean Gall Midge Emergence at Several Sites in Nebraska

On June 8 and 9, several sites in east-central and northeast Nebraska recorded emergence of soybean gall midge adults. Growers should consider making field edge applications now.

4Rs Nutrient Stewardship Field Day Set for July 15

The first annual 4Rs Nutrient Stewardship Field Day will emphasize fertilizer use with the right source, right rate, right time and right placement of fertilizers to improve crop yield and profits while protecting the environment.