Estimated Crop Water Use: May 29
June 1, 2022
Estimated crop water use for Nebraska Panhandle crops for the week of May 29.
Estimated Crop Water Use: May 23
May 23, 2022
Estimated crop water use for Nebraska Panhandle crops for the week of May 23.
Estimated Crop Water Use: May 15
May 17, 2022
Estimated crop water use for Nebraska Panhandle crops for the weeks of May 8 and 15.
Considerations for Planting into Dry Conditions
April 12, 2024
As planting is critical for everything else that happens during the growing season, the dry conditions have led to a variety of questions this spring regarding soil conditions, planting depth, irrigation and herbicides.
New Article Traces Aspects of the History of Irrigation in the Great Plains and Water Productivity
March 23, 2022
A review of the history of irrigation in the Great Plains region from a geographical, technical and political perspective, as well as how it has impacted water resources.
Water Supply, Weather Updates at the Yonts Water Conference April 12 in Gering
March 22, 2022
This year's conference will feature irrigation water and weather outlooks for the 2022 growing season, as well as irrigation research updates and a meet-and-greet with irrigation district representatives.
Husker Researchers Develop Tool to Make Irrigation More Efficient
March 10, 2022
A research paper by University of Nebraska–Lincoln scientists points to an innovative irrigation approach that offers promise to decrease water use while increasing producer profitability.
Update on the 2019 Tunnel Collapse and Canal Washout — Tunnel Repair or Replacement Options
February 14, 2022
The Gering-Fort Laramie Irrigation District is seeking public opinion on whether to repair or replace Tunnels No. 1 and 2.