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Crop Progress: Nebraska Crop Conditions Remain Stable
August 1, 2023
As of July 30, most Nebraska crops were in 50%-60% good to excellent condition.
Influence of Cover Crop Species and Termination Time on N Release
August 1, 2023
Results of a UNL study evaluating the impact of cereal rye and hairy vetch cover crop termination times on their decomposition and nitrogen release.
![<p>The crop water use report is updated weekly. Visit <a href="https://phrec-irrigation.com/#/" target="_blank">PHREC AgLab</a> for more information.</p> Water droplets](https://cropwatch.unl.edu/styles/large/public/images/hero/2023/water-droplets_9.jpeg?itok=2zUoRPtT)
The crop water use report is updated weekly. Visit PHREC AgLab for more information.
Estimated Crop Water Use for July 31-Aug. 6
July 31, 2023
Despite recent rains, crops need more water right now — Nebraska Extension Educator Gary Stone weighs in on what producers can expect during this critical growth stage.
Tracking Cost of Production During the Growing Season Using the Ag Budget Calculator (ABC) Program
July 28, 2023
In these workshops, ag finance professionals will guide participants through the process of creating customized crop budgets for owned and rented farms, determining costs on a per-farm or field basis, and more.
Landlord/tenant Cash Rent Workshops to Begin in August
July 28, 2023
Covering current Nebraska cash rental rates and land values, best practices for agricultural leases, and other contract considerations, including farm succession and transition planning insights.
Land Values and Cash Rents: 2023 Nebraska Farm Real Estate Update
July 28, 2023
Center for Ag Profitability experts discuss findings from the final 2023 Nebraska Farm Real Estate Market Survey report, including average reported land values and cash rental rates for different classes and types of ag land across the state.
Weekly Weather Update: July 27, 2023
July 27, 2023
A few areas of Nebraska received much-needed rainfall this week, but there wasn't enough precipitation to improve Nebraska's statewide drought status.
Warm-season Species for Soil Health and Forage Purposes
July 27, 2023
Taking advantage of summer heat and abundant sunlight, warm-season cover crops can accumulate impressive amounts of biomass, cover bare ground quickly, suppress weeds, reduce erosion and improve soil health.