CropWatch

Due to internal scheduling conflicts, the Nov. 7 edition of the CropWatch newsletter has been postponed to Nov. 14.

A collage of four images showing soil health farmers Paula and Tom Peterson from Waverly, Nebraska — the couple standing together in a cover crop field, a tractor cutting hay, a green soybean field, and cattle grazing on pasture.

Soil Health Stories: Paula and Tom Peterson — Stewarding the Land for Generations

For Paula and Tom Peterson, farming is about more than crops — it’s about legacy. From no-till practices to precision tools, their focus on soil health has strengthened not just their land, but the future they’re building for their family.

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Mythbusters: Southern Rust Edition

Four Nebraska farmers sit on a discussion panel, with one speaking and gesturing as others listen during a nitrogen management Q&A about Sentinel Ag.

Farmer Testimonials: Nebraskans Share Real-World Results with Sentinel Ag

Sorghum pest alert graphic showing ergot symptoms, with sticky honeydew droplets on sorghum heads and residue spots on a sorghum leaf behind a red alert overlay.

Sorghum Ergot in Nebraska May Lead to Harvest Challenges

Wide-angle photo of young corn seedlings emerging from dark soil under a blue sky, with a translucent nitrogen symbol graphic and text reading “Nitrogen for Corn: NebGuide G2365 Companion Series,” plus the red Nebraska N logo in the corner.

 

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.

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Resources for Producers

Wildfire Resources

Resources for farmers and ranchers on wildfire recovery for cropland and pasture/rangeland. 

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Drought Resources

Extension recommendations on planting, nutrient management and crop damage during drought, assistance programs for drought recovery, and more.

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Staying Connected During Tough Times

Programs available to Nebraska farmers, ranchers and their families when they need a helping hand.

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Crop Reports

Nebraska Extension and USDA NASS crop production reports.

 

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Market Journal

Timely stories for crop and livestock producers on markets, risk management, ag policies and more.
 

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Nebraska Extension Almanac

Extension's long-running interview series featuring info and advice on the farm, ranch and home.

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Herbicide Classification Chart

An easy-to-use guide for growers to reference when selecting herbicides based on their site of action.

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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. 

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