UNL CropWatch Aug. 6, 2010: Harvest, Hail, and Winter Wheat Disease
August 6, 2010
Wheat producers whose crop was damaged or destroyed by hail this year need to take special precautions soon to prevent viruses such as wheat streak mosaic and High Plains virus from damaging their 2011 winter wheat crop.
UNL CropWatch August 4, 2010: Know Your Soybean Defoliators
Figure 1. Soybean leaf damage from defoliating caterpillars |
UNL CropWatch Aug. 13, 2010: Predicting End of Season Irrigation Needs
August 13, 2010
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UNL CropWatch Aug. 11, 2010: Correct Harvest Timing Makes the Best Silage
August 11, 2010
Timing of your harvest operation can make all the difference between a higher quality, nutritious silage and one that’s not.
UNL CropWatch August 4, 2010: Protect New Alfalfa from Grasshoppers
August 4, 2010
August plantings of alfalfa work well, especially when there’s sufficient moisture. This year, however, grasshoppers may present a frustrating and potentially costly challenge for growers. To avoid grasshopper problems and protect your investment: