Research Cited in CW
How Manure Impacts Soil Aggregation
Effects on Profitability and Nitrogen Loss from Reducing N Rate for Corn February 5, 2019
This study looks at how various reductions in nitrogen application rates in corn might reduce nitrogen loss to the environment and what the costs of those changes would be in yield and profit.
Nitrogen Inhibitors for Improved Fertilizer Use Efficiency January 14, 2019
This article looks at how some nitrogen inhibitors temporarily reduce populations of Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter bacteria, the soil bacteria responsible for converting ammonium to nitrite and nitrite to nitrate as well as what to look for in product claims.
Fertilizer Recommendations for Soybean Updated January 10, 2019
The most substantial revisions to NebGuide 859 are in the sections addressing fertilizer nitrogen and iron.
Profit and Nitrogen Use Efficiency Gain Using Sensor-Guided Fertigation January 9, 2019
A UNL study of sensor-based and model-informed fertigation treatments confirms that sensor fertigation treatments are consistently the most profitable and efficient methods of applying N compared to current best management practices (BMPs).
Fertilizer P for Corn: Update of Research Findings and Revised Recommendations January 9, 2019
Results of research conducted since 2000 to address fertilizer phosphorus (P) for corn will be reviewed. The current fertilizer P recommendations for corn will be discussed and revised recommendations presented at the 2019 Crop Production Clinics.
What is the Value of Soybean Residue? December 13, 2018
This Q&A addresses questions about baling soybean residue, including its nutrient value and comparison with other sources, economic value, and what should be considered when deciding whether to bale soybean residue.
Consequences of Fall-Applied N November 9, 2018
A fall nitrogen application has a relatively high loss potential and is considered the riskiest N management practice. Consider breaking tradition and splitting your N applications next year to coincide with when your corn most needs more N.
Crop Residue and High-Carbon Char: Potential Soil Conservation Tools May 8, 2018
Soil is the single most important resource on which our agriculture depends. Proper soil management is necessary to sustain long-term agricultural productivity. Soil loss through erosion or run-off hurts agricultural production with depletion of organic matter and fertility. It also has environmental implications.