Heat Keeps Rains Away During Wheat Harvest
July 16, 2024
Extension educators report on wheat harvest progress and irrigation use in western Nebraska and the Panhandle.
The Drought of 2023 Impact on Irrigation and What We Can Learn from It
July 12, 2024
The amount and timing of irrigation applied in recent years may have very little to do with what's needed this year. Review the factors before making a decision.
Temperatures of 100-plus Will Put Stress on Crops This Week
July 9, 2024
Extension shares a brief irrigation update as an oncoming heat wave is expected to increase stress on Nebraska crops.
Heat a Factor of Recent Crop Water Usage
July 1, 2024
Nebraska Extension Educator Gary Stone shares an update on crop recovery after recent severe weather and crop water use estimates for this week as temperatures reach triple digits in the Panhandle.
Severe Storms Damage Crops, Excessive Heat Will Drive Water Needs
June 27, 2024
Nebraska Extension Educator Gary Stone shares insights on crops that have received storm damage in recent weeks, as well as water use expectations.
Excessive Heat Can Affect Plant’s Crop Water Use
June 18, 2024
Nebraska Extension Educator Gary Stone discusses crop water use and wilting as temperatures rise with the arrival of summer.
Storm-damaged Pivot Survey
June 13, 2024
Through this new survey, producers have the opportunity to assist Nebraska Extension with identifying factors that may contribute to increasing or decreasing storm damage to center pivots.
Soil-Water-Plant Interaction Basics
June 12, 2024
As irrigation season approaches, producers may find it beneficial to review the basics on how soil, water and plants all work together to grow crops.