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Humberto Blanco

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Professor Agronomy & Horticulture University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Work Keim Hall (KEIM) 367

Lincoln NE 68583-0915

Work 402-472-1510 On campus, dial 2-1510

hblanco2@unl.edu

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Arthropod Abundance in Industrial Hemp in West-central Nebraska

September 11, 2024

A diversity of both beneficial and potentially harmful insects has been found in industrial hemp grown in west-central Nebraska, and continued research will be crucial for producers in managing pests as hemp production expands in the state.

Aerial photo of farm with a variety of plots — An older Google Earth photo of the Rogers Memorial Farm with several of the cover crop studies visible.

2024 Cover Crop and Soil Health Field Day Kicks Off Sept. 17

September 11, 2024

The field day will feature demos and discussion on a wide array of cover crop and soil health practices by UNL faculty and extension professionals, including a statewide study on cover crop variety selection and performance.

Man examines corn plants with three youths in field — Members of Colfax County 4-H Team #1 diligently inspect a corn field during the 2024 Youth Crop Scouting Competition. (Photos courtesy Brandy VanDeWalle)

Colfax County Claims Top Honors at 2024 Youth Crop Scouting Competition

September 11, 2024

Snagging both first and third place in this year's competition, the 4-H'ers of Colfax County are once again proving their reputation as agronomy aficionados.

Planter with narrow seeder alongside narrow seeded wheat field — When preparing winter wheat fields for late-season seeding, one tactic producers should consider is narrow row spacing.

The Moves to Make for Late-seeded Winter Wheat

September 11, 2024

Late-seeded winter wheat can yield higher than early-seeded crops, partly due to reduced disease and insect issues. This article provides tips for increasing seeding success if weather or harvest has caused delays.

Nebraska Field Experiments Investigate Biochar Impact to Soil Health and Crop Yields

September 10, 2024

UNL researchers are utilizing biochar and cover crops in environmentally sensitive Nebraska soils to identify the conditions under which biochar may benefit temperate regions.