Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Oct. 5, 2023
October 6, 2023
Nebraska's first freeze for the season is expected tonight, followed by mild weather until mid-week, when another chance of precipitation is anticipated to arrive.
How to Estimate Harvest Losses in Soybean and Corn Fields
October 5, 2023
Knowing where grain losses occur is key to keeping them as low as possible — in this article, extension educators review how to calculate pre-harvest and at-harvest grain losses to determine the source.
Farm Rescue: Helping Farm and Ranch Families in Crisis
October 3, 2023
For farmers and ranchers who have experienced a major illness, injury or natural disaster, Farm Rescue volunteers are available to help during this harvest season.

Crop Progress: Corn Harvest at 22%, Soybean Harvest at 29%
October 2, 2023
As of Oct. 1, harvest for all Nebraska crops continued at or above average pace.
This Week on N Field: Push Test for Corn Stalk Rot
September 29, 2023
Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman explains how to conduct a push test to identify stalk rot before harvesting your corn fields.

Crop Progress: Harvest 2023 Ahead of Average Pace
September 27, 2023
Harvest of Nebraska crops was ahead of average pace as of Sept. 24, with the exception of dry edible beans, which remained slightly behind last year's progress.
Seasonal Labor and Immigration for Livestock and Crop Producers
September 22, 2023
For ag producers interested in hiring seasonal labor, this webinar focuses on the state of ag labor and historical use, an overview of visa requirements, procedures, compliance and employer obligations.
Harvest Operations: Own It or Hire It?
September 22, 2023
A review of custom rates in 2022 and how to use the Ag Budget Calculator to determine what custom operators may be charging this year.