Gregory Puckett
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- Extension Assoc Pesticide Safety Ed Agronomy & Horticulture University of Nebraska–Lincoln
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Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: Aug. 7, 2024
August 8, 2024
More seasonal temperatures will return to Nebraska starting Tuesday, Aug. 13, with highs in the upper 80s, accompanied by several chances of thunderstorms.
Southeast Nebraska Pasture and Acreage Expo Set for Aug. 23
August 8, 2024
This expo will help both experienced and first-time landowners learn animal and pasture management strategies to maximize the value of their properties and livestock operations.
New Focus for September Nebraska Soil Health School
August 7, 2024
The next soil health school will focus on integrated crop and livestock system goals and objectives that might affect soil health management. Attendance is free, and certified crop advisor CEUs will also be offered.
Time to Consider Using the Remaining Stored Soil Water in Irrigated Corn and Bean Fields
August 7, 2024
The last few irrigations of the season require careful consideration. An unneeded irrigation can waste several inches of water and gallons of diesel fuel, and leaves little room in the soil profile to capture winter/spring rains.
2024 Corn Yield Forecasts as of Aug. 5
August 7, 2024
Currently, chances are low for irrigated corn sites to see above-average yields this growing season; however, most rainfed corn sites are expected to have near or above average yields.
Mondal Lab Pioneers Research into Pest-borne Viral Infections of Cereal Crops
August 7, 2024
Three main experiments are underway in Mondal’s lab to target the process of disease transmission from crop pests to wheat and small grains crops.
Soil and Water Conservation Society Honors 2024 Nebraska Award Winners
August 6, 2024
UNL faculty members Gary Stone and Bijesh Maharjan were among the 2024 award winners for their educational and outreach efforts on soil and water conservation.
Nitrogen Sources and Water Quality Field Day
August 6, 2024
This daylong event at Haskell Ag Lab will highlight ongoing research on sensor-based nitrogen management, the use of manure in fertility plans and precision ag, organic and inorganic nitrogen movement in the soil, and more.