Dave Aiken
faculty
- Professor Agricultural Economics University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- Courtesy Professor School of Natural Resources University of Nebraska–Lincoln
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Farmer Focus: Nebraska Growers Put Pivot Bio to the Test Via On-Farm Research Studies
April 7, 2022
This first installment of Nebraska On-Farm Research's new series highlights research done by two Nebraska farm families and a crop consultant on Pivot Bio products.
Weekly Agricultural Weather Update - April 5, 2022
April 7, 2022
With the March 31 CPC outlook, temperatures in Nebraska are still expected to be above normal through April, but precipitation chances have improved.
Aminopyralids: Restrictions for Grazing, Compost and Manure
April 7, 2022
The EPA is currently reviewing a group of pyridines for residue concerns in manure and compost, and producers are encouraged to evaluate their grazing and compost plans before application of these herbicides.
Alfalfa Seed Selection to Help Manage Diseases
April 6, 2022
As you think about selecting alfalfa varieties to plant this year, be sure to consider varieties available with greater resistance to diseases like anthracnose and Phytophthora root rot.
USDA Report Shows a Decade of Conservation Trends
April 6, 2022
A new USDA report shows use of no-till, crop rotations, more efficient irrigation methods and advanced technologies have climbed in recent years.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Management Strategies for Prescribed Burning, Grass Tetany and Winter Annual Weeds
April 5, 2022
Extension educators share tips on successful prescribed burning this spring, mineral supplements to prevent grass tetany and how to boost the first cutting of alfalfa.
Crop Progress: Winter Wheat at 51% Fair, Oat Planting Begins
April 5, 2022
As of April 3, winter wheat condition and soil moisture improved slightly from last week, and oat planting was 14% complete.
Expanding the Integrated Weed Management Toolbox: Winter Cover Crop Impacts on Weed Dynamics in Eastern and Central Nebraska
April 4, 2022
Results of a 2021 UNL study to determine cover crop impacts on weed suppression through analysis of the soil seedbank.