USDA NASS: Corn Planting at 61%, Soybean at 32%
May 5, 2020
Approximately 61% of the state’s corn was planted as of Sunday, according to USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. This is well ahead of 30% last year and 38% for the five-year average. Emerged was 9%, ahead of 1% last year, and near the average of 5%.
Corn and Soybean Planting Ahead of Average
April 29, 2020
Approximately 20% of Nebraska corn was planted as of Sunday, according to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. This is ahead of 12% last year, and near 16% for the five-year average.
Assessing Freeze Injury to Wheat
April 24, 2020
It takes a number of warm days (a week or more depending on temperatures) after freezing to determine the condition of the winter wheat crop, so don’t make any quick decisions after a freeze.
Winter Wheat Condition
April 9, 2020
Some producers are concerned with the condition of their winter wheat fields this spring. At the time of seeding last fall, some areas were dry and under no-till conditions it was difficult if not impossible to seed at the recommended seeding depth.
Freeze Injury in Winter Wheat a Common Occurrence in Nebraska
April 9, 2020
A cold front brought another round of freezing temperatures across most of Nebraska this week. Learn more about what to expect.
Proper Spring Grain Drying and Storage Critical
April 7, 2020
As outdoor temperatures increase, stored grain requires attention to prevent losses, says Ken Hellevang, North Dakota State University Extension agricultural engineer and grain drying expert.
NASS: Nebraska Wheat 79% Good to Excellent
April 1, 2020
March 30, 2020 USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) report for Nebraska wheat.
Army Cutworm Scouting Urged in Western Nebraska Wheat and Alfalfa
March 27, 2020
Army cutworms have been spotted in Kansas and Nebraska crop fields this month. This is an important time to scout for this pest, particularly in wheat and alfalfa.