Pasture and Forage Minute: Forage Harvest, Pasture Rental Rates and Controlling Yucca
July 24, 2024
Considerations for harvest of slow-to-dry summer annual grasses, setting 2024 pasture rental rates, and controlling yucca on Nebraska rangelands.
2024 Corn Yield Forecasts as of July 23
July 24, 2024
Most irrigated corn sites in the Corn Belt are on track for near-average yields this year. However, above-average yields are anticipated in rainfed corn sites in southern and eastern Nebraska, and eastern Kansas and Missouri.
Early Season Interseeded Cover Crops in Corn and the Impact of Residual Herbicides
July 24, 2024
Results of a UNL-Bayer collaborative study that evaluated cover crop biomass production at different early season interseeding timings in corn and the impact of residual herbicide programs on cover crop establishment.
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Hands-on Solar Design and Installation Workshop Set for Aug. 15-16
July 23, 2024
Open to the public, the workshop will cover basic solar design, installation and economic analysis of grid-connected behind the meter solar PV systems.
Bean Growers Day in Grant Scheduled for August
July 23, 2024
A new Nebraska Extension event, Bean Growers Day will focus on sharing research and industry updates on various dry bean production topics, including management of weeds, pests, irrigation and soil fertility.
Determining a ‘Good’ Price for New Crop Corn
July 23, 2024
Consider these factors when creating a grain marketing plan for 2024.
Siphon Tubes: Setting Water to Grow Crops in Western Nebraska
July 23, 2024
A new water research series from Nebraska Extension, this article focuses on the history, construction and use of siphon tubes for crop irrigation.
New Format for Nebraska Soybean Management Field Days
July 23, 2024
New in 2024, three of the four Soybean Management Field Days will be hosted during evening hours at sites across eastern and central Nebraska.