Check for Dectes Stem Borer Damage in Soybeans October 27, 2017
The dectes stem borer has been expanding its range in Nebraska and university entomologists are now receiving damage reports from eastern Nebraska.
Kyle Broderick - Coordinator of the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic
Crop Diseases Confirmed by PPDC Sept. 27-Oct. 5 October 6, 2017
Anthracnose in corn and soybeans was among the diseases diagnosed by the university's Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic in the last two weeks. See their report for soybean, corn, hops, and alfalfa. Clinic services will be reduced Oct. 12-19.
Stalk Rot Diseases in Nebraska Corn Fields September 22, 2017
Stalk rots can be found in corn across Nebraska. This story addresses the risk factors and how to scout for stalk rots, assess stalk strength, and determine extent of damage in a field. Fields with high levels of stalk rot should be given priority at harvest to reduce yield losses due to lodging.
Crop Diseases Confirmed by PPDC Sept. 1-20 September 21, 2017
Diseases confirmed in samples submitted to the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab since September 1, 2017 for corn, soybean, sorghum and hops.
Continued Scouting Urged for Southern Rust Now in 26 Counties August 4, 2017
Southern rust has now been confirmed in corn in 26 Nebraska counties. As we confirm more Nebraska counties with southern rust, it's important to know that the vast majority of rust reports have been sparse and no fungicide application was required. Continued scouting is urged, as injury can be critical to the grain-fill through dough stages.
PPDC Clinic Crop Disease Reports July 20-August 3 August 4, 2017
Crop diseases identified by district in samples submitted to the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab from July 20 to August 3.
Nebraska Counties where Southern Rust Has Been Confirmed in Corn August 3, 2017
As of Aug. 3 southern rust had been confirmed in 26 Nebraska counties by the University of Nebraska Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab. This map is updated as new confirmations are made.
Crop Diseases Confirmed by PPDC July 10-26 July 27, 2017
The following diseases were reported in samples submitted to the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Lab July 10-26.