April 2024 Monthly Summary
June 13, 2024
It was the wettest April in Nebraska since 2016 and the first above average for precipitation since 2017, which led to crucial drought relief for the central and northeastern regions.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024
After some showers this weekend, Nebraska will receive its first real summer heat next week
Extension Crop and Pest Reports (May 27-31)
May 30, 2024
Extension educators share their observations in fields across the state this week.
Extension Crop and Pest Reports (May 20-24)
May 24, 2024
Extension educators share their observations in Nebraska fields this week.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: May 23, 2024
May 23, 2024
Nebraska will have a brief break from precipitation early next week, but another round of storms is expected to bring rainfall back to the state by Thursday, May 30.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: May 16, 2024
May 17, 2024
A very active weather pattern is on the way to Nebraska. For farmers trying to get crops in the ground, there likely won't be more than 72 consecutive hours without precipitation between Sunday, May 19 and the end of the month.
Extension Crop and Pest Reports (May 13-17)
May 16, 2024
Extension educators report on what they are seeing in the fields this week in Colfax, Butler, Polk, Adams, Kearney, Franklin and Webster counties, and the Panhandle.
The Impact of Spring Rainfall on Available Soil Moisture
May 15, 2024
Assessing whether rainfall is sufficient to recharge soil moisture to adequate levels is not an easy task. This article covers key aspects of soil-water relations and how recent rainfall in Nebraska may affect available soil moisture for future irrigation decisions.