Mandeep Singh - Post-Doctoral Research Associate, Department of Agronomy and Horticulture

Hops field — Hops have emerged as a minor specialty crop in Nebraska, a result of rising demand of locally sourced ingredients grown in unique and local environments by the craft beer industry.

Herbicides Labeled for Hops in Nebraska

September 18, 2024

Managing weeds in a hop yard is complex, given the diversity of annual and perennial weeds, limited herbicide options and labor-intensive mechanical control methods. This herbicide guide discusses best weed management practices and the herbicides suitable for hops in Nebraska.

Soybean field at ground view — Soybean plants grown in narrow row spacing, which has been shown to suppress weed growth and increase crop yield, particularly when integrated with effective herbicide programs.

Does Narrow Row Spacing Help Suppress Weeds and Increase Yields in Corn and Soybean?

August 29, 2024

This article reviews the results of 35 studies conducted over the course of 60 years on utilizing narrow row spacing to control weeds and increase yields.

What Do We Know About Water Use of Weeds?

June 14, 2023

In an effort to estimate the cost of weeds to agriculture and the overall economics of weed management, researchers recently analyzed numerous scientific studies on the water use of 34 weed species found across the world.

Palmer in corn — Palmer amaranth invades a corn field in south-central Nebraska. (CropWatch file photo by Amit Jhala)

Effect of Drought on Weeds: Results of Global Meta-analysis

June 13, 2023

Researchers examined more than 1,000 studies to compile a comprehensive report on weed germination, growth and seed production during periods of water stress.