CropWatch, March 3, 2010: Warmer Weekend Temperatures and Possible Rains Could Lead to Major Runoff

March 3, 2010

Eastern Nebraska is likely to see a major warm-up this weekend that could lead to significant runoff and increased ice action on local tributaries, according to several weather models released this week.

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CropWatch March 5, 2010: Tips for Grazing Standing Corn

March 5, 2010

If you have strips of corn or entire corn fields still standing and unharvested due to snow last fall, grazing may be a good option for harvesting this crop.

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CropWatch March 5, 2010: Delayed Harvest and Crop Insurance Issues

March 5, 2010

It is rare that Nebraska farmers are looking forward to corn harvest and corn planting at the same time. However, this year we have had some serious issues with corn harvest that have continued into the spring. As we finish up harvest, the initial planting date for corn is fast approaching.

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CropWatch March 10, 2010: Applying Manure Before Seeding Alfalfa

March 10, 2010

If you’ve got excess manure you need to apply, a good option would be a field about to be seeded to alfalfa.

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