Drought Plans Should be Updated, as Weather Predictions Could Impact Forage
June 7, 2024
With significantly lower hay prices and concerns about reduced forage production this summer, producers should consider securing a portion of the expected needed hay supplies for next fall and winter now.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Preparing for First Cutting Alfalfa, Small Grain Harvest Strategies
May 14, 2024
With the first harvest of 2024 beginning soon, producers should take this time to perform equipment maintenance and strategize the timing of alfalfa and small grains harvest based on operational needs.
Nebraska Crop Production Report for May 2024
May 13, 2024
Nebraska's hay stocks are currently up 79% from last year.
Measuring Up: Annual Forage vs. Row Crop
May 10, 2024
This webinar highlights the economics and production benefits of incorporating annual forage systems into crop rotations for producers interested in diversifying their operation.
Nebraska 2024 Prospective Plantings
March 28, 2024
Dry edible pea acreage is anticipated to skyrocket in 2024, at a 129% increase over 2023. More sorghum and dry edible bean acreage is also expected in Nebraska this growing season.
Nebraska Crop Values for 2023
February 27, 2024
While the overall value of Nebraska's 2023 crops is down 11% from 2022, the state's winter wheat production value is up 16%.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Considerations for Feed After Calving, Adding Legumes to Pastures
February 12, 2024
Tips on meeting nutrient requirements of cows after calving season and improving pasture production by frost seeding or interseeding legumes.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Considerations for Pasture Leases and Winter Hay Nutrition
January 30, 2024
Extension educators review factors that affect the success of pasture grazing leases, and how to avoid toxicity and malnutrition through livestock feed during the winter.