Justin McMechan
faculty
Work
1071 County Rd G
Ithaca
NE
68033-2234
US
Work
402-624-8041
On campus, dial 7-8041
Introduction to CropWatch Readers
Crop Infographics
Previous CW Contributions:
Considering Non-Bt Traited Corn in 2017? Plan for More Scouting
February 8, 2017
If you're considering planting non-Bt corn this year, entomologists urge you to plan for the additional pest management practices (and associated costs) you may need to adopt, given this decision.
Harvest 2016 — When Corn Yields are Below Expectations
October 14, 2016
A review of 2016 growing conditions across Nebraska sheds light on a number of factors that may have contributed to reduced yield in individual fields. An understanding of these factors may be helpful when selecting seed for 2017.
Corn Ear Formation Issues Likely Correlated With the Loss of the Primary Ear Node
August 19, 2016
UNL agronomists and educators responding to grower questions surveyed a number of corn fields this week and found a range of corn ear issues: short husks, dumbbell-shaped ears, and multiple ears per node. The article describes and discusses the situation, potential stress agents, and the development of corn. It also encourages growers to check their fields pre-harvest to better assess causes of potential yield loss.