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Corn and Soybean Production

Late Season Soybean Diseases Widespread in Areas of Nebraska

Record rainfall during August and continued wet conditions into September are much to blame for the flush of diseases Nebraska’s soybean crop has been experiencing. Here are some of the most common diseases at this time and information on managing them.

Crop Disease Reports from the UNL Diagnostic Clinic

Diseases of corn, soybean, sorghum and alfalfa diagnosed by the Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic in the last two weeks.

Freeze Risk Shifts from August Report

Climatologist Al Dutcher looks at freeze risks for various sites, maturities and planting dates for corn. In some areas slightly warmer-than-normal August temperatures reduced freeze risk while in others, conditions were cooler than normal.

USDA Forecasts Record Nebraska Corn Harvest

Based on September 1 conditions, Nebraska's 2019 corn crop is forecast at a record 1.79 billion bushels, up slightly from last year's production. Soybean production is forecast at 287 million bushels, down 14% from last year. See forecasts for sorghum, surgar beets and dry beans too.

CW Podcast: Late-Maturing Crops and Insects

In this month’s CropWatch Podcast Extension Educator Michael Sindelar is joined by entomologist Robert Wright to discuss insect issues in late maturing corn and soybeans.

Wheat Production

Winter wheat field trials conducted at the University of Nebraska Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center in 2018-2019. — Figure 1. Variety trials conducted by UNL in eastern Nebraska are an important process to help guide grower’s variety selection and rate disease susceptibility.

Winter Wheat Varieties for Eastern Nebraska

As you select winter wheat varieties for planting, consider these variety and fungicide trial resources specific to growing wheat in eastern Nebraska.

Weed Management

Stakeholders’ Help Needed to Identify Nebraska Weed Issues

What are your weed challenges? Growers, agronomists, and certified crop advisors are being asked to take a short survey to identify current cropping systems and weed issues with an eye toward directing future research in Nebraska.

Popcorn at V9 growth stage where PRE herbicide had been applied

Pre-emergence Herbicide Delays the Critical Time of Weed Removal in Nebraska Popcorn

Understanding the critical time of weed removal (CTWR) and how a pre-emergence herbicide application can shift it is helpful for designing the most efficient weed management program in popcorn.

Cover Crops

Cover Crop Field Tour Sept. 17 in Nemaha County

A Cover Crop Field Tour of three sites in Nemaha County will look at how cover crops are being used and what the early yield and biomass data are showing. A soil pit at one site will also offer insights into longer-term soil health benefits.

High-boy Cover Crop Seeding Demonstration

A high-boy cover crop seeding demonstration will be held Friday, Sept. 20, in northeast Nebraska to look at another option for planting cover crops pre-harvest to provide a longer period for plant development and biomass growth.

Irrigation

Update on North Platte River Valley Canal Irrigation System

With a preliminary fix in place for the Goshen/Gering-Ft Laramie irrigation canal, irrigation district and government officials are now looking at the next steps for ensuring the whole canal can be a consistent source of water for upcoming cropping seasons.

IANR & Nebraska Extension

Javed Iqbal Joins IANR Soil Science Team

Welcome to Javed Iqbal who recently joined the Department of Agronomy and Horticulture as an assistant professor for nutrient management and water quality. Iqbal will be conducting research and education on efficient uses of nutrients to enhance crop production and reduce environmental effects.

Public Invited to International Trade Conference on Oct. 10

“What’s on the Horizon for International Trade?”, a hot topic in today's agriculture, will be the focus of an Oct. 10 conference in Lincoln. It is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required.

Yeutter Institute Director Jill O'Donnell visits with Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts during the first episode of Trade Matters, a podcast of the Yeutter Institute. (Craig Chandler - University Communication)

Yeutter Institute Kicks off Podcast with Gov. Ricketts

Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts discusses his views on the importance of global trade on the inaugural episode of Trade Matters, a new podcast from the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Farm Management

A hunter walking a private field with his dog in Burt County. (Photo courtesy of the Nebraskaland Magazine/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission)

Who has the Hunting Rights for Leased Land?

Landlord or tenant — who has the hunting rights on leased crop and pasture land? It may not be who you think. Hunting rights may be best stipulated in a well-written lease.

An image promoting the Strong Together Conference

Stronger Together – Women in Ag Conference Oct. 5 at Scottsbluff

Female agriculture landowners, farmers, ranchers, and industry professionals looking to connect with other women in agriculture are encouraged to register for Stronger Together, a Women in Agriculture conference scheduled for Oct. 5 in Scottsbluff.

Moving from Good Farmer to Great Manager

The difference between a good farmer and a great manager often comes down to knowing the true financial position of a farm. Good records can help you track your true financial position while Inaccurate records can lead to misguided management decisions.