This Week on N Field: Hairy Vetch for Weed and Nitrogen Management

August 5, 2026

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Side-by-side research plots show how hairy vetch can fit into an integrated strategy for weed suppression and nitrogen management in popcorn production.

What happens when Palmer amaranth goes head-to-head with a cover crop? In this N Field Observations episode, Nebraska Extension Weed Management Specialist Amit Jhala walks through side-by-side research plots to demonstrate how hairy vetch can suppress weeds, contribute nitrogen and where proper management is critical for success.

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