
Differentiating Corn Leaf Diseases
June 29, 2018
Symptoms of various corn leaf diseases can look very similar in the early stages. Here's how to differentiate one from another of those recently reported in the state.
Crop Diseases Confirmed by the Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic
June 29, 2018
The University Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic reports on corn, soybean, and wheat diseases confirmed in samples submitted from May 15 to June 7.
Crop Diseases Confirmed by the Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic
June 8, 2018
Diseases identified in corn, soybean, and wheat crop samples submitted to the university's Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic in the past three weeks are listed. Reports are grouped here by crop and reporting district.
Quality Samples Lead to Better Diagnoses
May 31, 2018
Correct identification of insects and other pests and diagnoses of diseases starts by submitting quality samples. This outlines how best to submit plant samples to the university's Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic.
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.
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.