Is That Corn Crop Worth More as Silage or Grain?
August 16, 2023
When evaluating whether to harvest a field for silage or grain, there are several factors to consider. Both methods of harvest have advantages and disadvantages depending upon an operation’s goals and objectives.
July Brings Drought Relief and Seasonally Cool Temperatures
August 11, 2023
July of 2023 might best be remembered for its storminess, pleasant temperatures, untimely hailstorms, slow wheat harvest, and historic drought in eastern Nebraska.
Weekly Weather Update: Aug. 10, 2023
August 10, 2023
Last week's rainfall improved Nebraska's overall drought status by 11%, a significant improvement over three months ago when 99% of the state was in some level of drought.
Weekly Weather Update: Aug. 3, 2023
August 3, 2023
In the last week, numerous areas in the eastern half of the state received upwards of five inches of rain, relieving severe drought conditions in several counties — particularly in central Nebraska.
Weekly Weather Update: July 27, 2023
July 27, 2023
A few areas of Nebraska received much-needed rainfall this week, but there wasn't enough precipitation to improve Nebraska's statewide drought status.
Weekly Weather Update: July 20, 2023
July 20, 2023
Over the past few weeks the combination of sufficient precipitation and cooler temperatures helped bring about some drought relief. The bad news is that the forecast for next week isn’t favorable and some of the recent improvements could be in jeopardy.
Weekly Weather Update: July 13, 2023
July 13, 2023
While numerous precipitation events have decreased statewide drought nearly 33% and brought timely moisture for rainfed crops, some producers may still face lower yields this year due to acute, continued dryness, particularly in the York area.
Weekly Weather Update: July 6, 2023
July 6, 2023
Despite last week's rains bringing substantial improvements to drought across the state, corn and soybean conditions are quite poor for this point in the year, indicating yield losses may be likely regardless of how good the rest of the season is.