Nebraska Extension Offers Part 107 Drone Test Prep Courses for Summer 2024
May 16, 2024
The second round of prep courses offered by extension this year, Part 107 will prepare producers to pass the FAA exam and earn a remote pilot certification for commercial use of drones on ag operations.
![To see how your planting progress compares to the statewide progress reported by USDA NASS, view the latest crop progress report <a href="tags/crop-reports">here</a>. Tractor with seeder planting corn](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2024/tractor-planting-corn.png?itok=CiZwBYPw)
Nebraska Corn and Soybean Planting Progress – Spring 2024
May 16, 2024
This article examines the individual planting progress of 14 Nebraska producers in comparison to planting progress reported weekly by USDA NASS.
Nebraska 4Rs Nutrient Stewardship Field Day Set for July 11
May 16, 2024
This year's 4Rs Field Day will feature a demonstration on UNL's newly developed web-based N tool, designed to increase efficiency of nitrogen use, as well as ease of record-keeping.
This Week on N Field: Field Pennycress
May 16, 2024
Identification of field pennycress is key for management this fall. See this N Field episode for tips on scouting and control options.
Flame Weeding Workshop on Aug. 22 at ENREEC
May 16, 2024
The workshop will feature demonstrations on how to do proper flaming to control over 10 major Midwestern weeds in field corn, sweet corn, popcorn, soybean, sorghum, sunflower, alfalfa and wheat.
100 Years of Nebraska Nitrogen
May 15, 2024
This online resource highlights nitrogen facts and statistics for the state of Nebraska.
Registration Open for 2024 Youth Crop Scouting Competition
May 15, 2024
The top three teams of the 2024 crop scouting competition will receive cash prizes, and the top two teams will advance onto regionals.
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.