Planting Delays? It's too Early to Consider Switching Hybrids or Moving to Soybeans
May 4, 2016
While corn planting has been delayed in areas of the state due to recent rains, it's too early to consider switching hybrids or switching to soybeans. The author addresses some key points to consider for those waiting to plant and those who planted early and may need to assess stand viability.
10 Steps for On-Farm Research Success
April 21, 2016
Interested in testing a practice or product under your field conditions and available equipment? Here are 10 steps to help ensure your results are reliable and meaningful to your operation.
Inoculating Your Soybeans: When, Where, Why?
April 20, 2016
Nebraska farmers must scrutinize inputs and focus on finding profit for their estimated 5.3 million soybean acres in 2016.
Risk of Freeze Damage in Early Planted Corn
April 14, 2016
With dry conditions the last week and a forecast for rain this weekend, corn planting is progressing rapidly in Nebraska. While warm conditions may persist through April, the potential for freeze risk can still be high when early-planted corn emerges.
Assessing Corn Replant Options
May 22, 2015
Discussion of factors to consider when deciding whether to replant, including plant populations, yield potential, hybrid changes, and weed management.
Corn and Soybean Survival in Saturated and Flooded Soils
May 7, 2015
Several factors affect corn and soybean survival in flooded soils at early season growth stages. The oxygen supply in saturated soils becomes depleted within about 48 hours. Cool air temperatures will help increase the possibility of survival, but germinating seed and plants would not be expected to survive more than four days.