TAPS Corn Fields Battered by Hail for First Time in Competition History
August 3, 2023
The TAPS team estimated there was approximately 35%-50% leaf defoliation and consequently, corn yield loss is currently anticipated to be 17%-31% for the 2023 competition.
2023 Corn Yield Forecasts as of Aug. 2
August 3, 2023
There continues to be a high probability of near-average yields for most irrigated sites in the Corn Belt, while expectations for rainfed corn sites are diverse across the region.
Nebraska Extension Provides Nebraska Corn and Soybean Clinics Aug. 29 at North Platte and Aug. 31 at Mead
August 1, 2023
See a "growing season" all in one place, with hands-on interaction and field demos that will address corn and soybean production concerns for growers across Nebraska.
![Historical crop progress data for Nebraska is available at <a href="https://usda.library.cornell.edu/concern/publications/8336h188j" target="_blank">USDA</a>. Soybean field](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2023/soybean-field_2.png?itok=NNd9nXW9)
Crop Progress: Nebraska Crop Conditions Remain Stable
August 1, 2023
As of July 30, most Nebraska crops were in 50%-60% good to excellent condition.
Growing Results: Nitrogen Management in Corn
July 27, 2023
Learn about current on-farm research efforts by a central Nebraska producer that aim to identify the impact of nitrogen rates on net return.
Watch for Aphids in Corn
July 27, 2023
Aphids cause the greatest amount of injury while they are feeding within the whorl prior to tassel emergence. Treatment may be needed if pollination is no more than half complete and more than half of the corn tassels are covered with aphids.
![Historical crop progress data for Nebraska is available at <a href="https://usda.library.cornell.edu/concern/publications/8336h188j" target="_blank">USDA</a>. Wheat field](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2023/wheat_2.jpeg?itok=3ZrC9CK0)
Crop Progress: Wheat, Oat Harvest Fall Further Behind
July 25, 2023
Harvest for winter wheat and oats continues well behind average pace in Nebraska at 43% and 39% complete, respectively.
See Latest Field Research at South Central Ag Lab Field Day Aug. 1
July 24, 2023
The 2023 SCAL Field Day is free to attend and will feature presentations on fertigation, nutrient and irrigation technology, and new research and strategies on controlling disease, insects and weeds in corn and soybean.