UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Scouting for and Treating Stink Bugs on Seedling Corn
May 7, 2010
Historically, stink bugs have not been a significant pest in Nebraska, but in recent years there have been more frequent reports of damage to corn in Nebraska and areas of the north central U.S.
UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Identifying Nutrient Deficiencies in Wheat
May 7, 2010
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Soon wheat will be entering a phase of rapid growth and any nutrient deficiencies are likely to become apparent.
UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Evaluating Corn Stands
May 7, 2010
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Table 1. Row length required to equal 1/1000 acre for various row widths.
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UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Early Cutting Alfalfa Offers Benefits
May 7, 2010
Your first cutting of alfalfa often is the most important one of the year. It usually produces the most yield and its forage quality changes fastest from day to day. With some seasons, determining the right time for the first cutting can be a little tricky.
UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Controlling Postemergence Weeds in Alfalfa
May 7, 2010
Vigorous weed growth this spring may be making it extra tough for alfalfa seedlings to compete.
UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Be Strategic in Harvesting Sunlight
May 7, 2010
Costs for many inputs such as seed, fertilizer, pesticides, fuel, hay and supplements seem to just keep rising, but miraculously, the most important input — sunlight — is still free.