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Soybean Gall Midge Detected Across Nebraska Fields
September 12, 2023
With soybean gall midge emergence dates and locations advancing in the state, Nebraska Extension educators stress the importance of scouting and documenting observations, which can inform ongoing research on management options.
Hail Damage to Soybean in Reproductive Stages and Options
July 14, 2023
Nebraska Extension educators and specialists share replant recommendations for soybean producers recently affected by hailstorm damage.
Hail Damage to Late Vegetative to Silking Corn and Options
July 14, 2023
For producers with crop damage from recent hailstorms, the timing of storms, development stage of the crop, individual field damage, subsoil moisture and crop insurance are important factors to consider when deciding the next course of action.
Degree-days for Prediction of Western Bean Cutworm Flight
June 29, 2023
Measuring the amount of heat between an upper and lower threshold to which an insect has been exposed, degree-days models can provide a high level of precision in predicting western bean cutworm peak flight.
Soybean Gall Midge Identified in Eight Additional Nebraska Counties
September 1, 2021
Soybean gall midge (SGM) injury and pressure varied considerably across its geographic range, with the largest concentration of injured soybean fields occurring in east-central Nebraska this season. To date, a total of 140 Midwestern counties have been identified as infested with SGM.
Soybean Gall Midge Emergence at Several Sites in Nebraska
June 10, 2021
On June 8 and 9, several sites in east-central and northeast Nebraska recorded emergence of soybean gall midge adults. Growers should consider making field edge applications now.
Avoiding Injury from Seed Corn Maggot
April 7, 2021
For producers concerned about seed corn maggot, these recommendations could help reduce injury in soybean fields this year.
Soybean Gall Midge Updates and Tools for 2021
March 17, 2021
A new webinar series aims to help growers with identification, biology and current management strategies for soybean gall midge as it continues to spread across the Midwest.