Irrigating Annual Forages in a Dry Year: Establishing Stands and Maximizing Yield with Limited Water
Annual forages can help fill forage gaps in dry years, but irrigation timing matters — especially during stand establishment and early vegetative growth. Learn how to make limited water go further this season.
Previously Featured
Assessing Early-Season Hail Damage to Corn and Soybean
Published: May 27, 2026
Choosing the Right Sprinkler Package for Windy Conditions
Published: May 14, 2026
Soil Spectroscopy and Advanced Modeling for Nebraska Agriculture
Published: May 8, 2026
Recent Articles
Weather Update: Rain and Heat
June 4, 20262026 Wheat Scouting
Wheat Freeze Injury Reports Needed
Recent freeze events may have caused injury in Nebraska wheat fields, especially where drought stress and advanced crop development increased risk. Growers can help Nebraska Extension track field conditions across the state by submitting wheat photos and field details. Submitted photos and observations will be added to the 2026 Wheat Scouting page as reports become available.
Water and Cropping Systems extension educators are also available to answer questions or evaluate samples.
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
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
Latest News & Events
Resources for Producers
Wildfire Resources
Resources for farmers and ranchers on wildfire recovery for cropland and pasture/rangeland.
Drought Resources
Extension recommendations on planting, nutrient management and crop damage during drought, assistance programs for drought recovery, and more.
Staying Connected During Tough Times
Programs available to Nebraska farmers, ranchers and their families when they need a helping hand.
Crop Reports
Nebraska Extension and USDA NASS crop production reports.
Market Journal
Timely stories for crop and livestock producers on markets, risk management, ag policies and more.
Nebraska Extension Almanac
Extension's long-running interview series featuring info and advice on the farm, ranch and home.
Herbicide Classification Chart
An easy-to-use guide for growers to reference when selecting herbicides based on their site of action.
Grain Storage
Check out our selection of extension articles in the Grain Storage section for help with estimating bushels/tonnage in a bin, grain drying and more.
