Joe Luck
faculty
- Professor Biological Systems Engineering University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- Assoc Director Eastern NE Research & Extension Center University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
402-472-1488
On campus, dial 2-1488
Faculty Bio
Twitter: @joeluck_unl
Does Your Corn Need Added Nitrogen? On-farm Research can Help Evaluate That
June 21, 2019
Knowing how much nitrogen (N) to apply to corn is challenging, especially in wet years, but on-farm research can help evaluate your N program to get the answers This article looks at several times of N trials conducted by other growers and invites you to learn how to set up your own trial yet this season.
Using Your Precision Ag Data for Faster Reporting to USDA FSA
June 19, 2019
For the next few weeks (ending July 15), producers in 19 Nebraska counties can report their planted acres to FSA electronically using precision ag data they may have collected during planting season.
Soybean Seeding Rates
April 18, 2019
Research from Nebraska farmers and Midwest universities suggests seeding rates for soybeans can often be decreased without affecting yield. These decreases could save growers $10 an acre in seed costs.
Fremont Corn Expo Jan. 3
December 10, 2018
Eastern Nebraska corn growers can sharpen their marketing, production, and pest management strategies at the 2019 Fremont Corn Expo January 3 in Fremont.
Importance of Yield Monitor Calibrations for Accurate Yield Data Collection
September 28, 2018
To ensure you're getting the most accurate results from your yield monitor, consider these tips for calibrating the mass flow sensor.
Registration Open for Precision Ag Data Management Workshops
December 15, 2016
The 2017 Nebraska Extension Precision Ag Data Management Workshops offer hands-on data analysis instruction on applying variable rate technologies to improve crop production efficiency and on-farm economics.
Precision Ag Data Management Workshops: Extract Value from your Data
November 11, 2016
Learn how to extract more information from your precision agriculture data at the 2017 Nebraska Extension Precision Ag Data Management Workshops in January and February. The workshops consist of presentations and hands-on exercises using Ag Leader SMS software, Microsoft Excel, and USDA Management Zone Analyst. It's geared toward producers, crop consultants, retailers, and other agricultural professionals.
In-Field Tips for Collecting Accurate Yield Monitor Data for Harvest 2016
September 27, 2016
Recommendations for calibrating your yield monitor to ensure accurate readings this harvest season.