Disease Reports from the UNL Diagnostic Clinic
July 12, 2019
Phytophthora root and stem rot in soybeans and bacterial leaf streak and common rust in corn were among the most common diseases reported in the last two weeks by the UNL Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic.
Diseases to Watch for in Flooded Crops
July 11, 2019
Producers, consultants, and agronomists should be alert to the potential for increased disease pressure in fields that experienced flooding in March or more recently. Here are some of the diseases you're most likely to see.
Nutrient Management Suggestions for Corn Updated in EC117
July 9, 2019
The Nebraska Extension Circular, Nutrient Management Suggestions for Corn (EC117), has been updated to account for residual soil nitrate-N and provide an alternative for determining fertilizer-P rates.
Western Corn Rootworm Beetles Emerging, Time to Scout
July 7, 2020
Western corn rootworm beetles began emerging in southeast and south central Nebraska at the end of June. Beetles emerge somewhat later in northeastern and western Nebraska.
2019 Corn Yield Forecasts: Approach and Interpretation of Results
July 8, 2019
Agronomists address how the Corn Yield Forecast Center develops yield forecasts, what to expect during the growing season, and how to use the forecasts to inform farm decisions. Tables detailing soil types and crop management for each of the 41 locations are included.
NRCS Recommendations for Growing Corn as a Cover Crop
June 28, 2019
Corn is considered a cover crop species in Nebraska and can be planted into prevented planting acres and can be grazed or harvested for forage. See these NRCS recommendations for meeting guidelines when using corn as a cover crop.
June Podcast: Mid-Season Diseases in Corn and Soybean
June 27, 2019
Corn nematodes, bacterial leaf streak, and frogeye leafspot, oh my! Extension Plant Pathologist Tamra Jackson-Ziems returns to the Nebraska CropWatch Podcast with information on mid-season corn and soybean diseases.
The Big Unknown in Corn Yield Forecasts
June 27, 2019
Each year surveys and models are used to forecast final corn yields as the crop progresses through the season. Cropping Systems Specialist Roger Elmore looks at two forecast systems and examines 10 years of USDA National Agricultural Statistics Data to see how forecasts deviated from actual yields.