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Dave Aiken

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Professor Agricultural Economics University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Courtesy Professor School of Natural Resources University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Work Filley Hall (FYH) 103D

Lincoln NE 68583-0922

Work 402-472-1848 On campus, dial 2-1848

daiken@unl.edu

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Corn field under rain clouds — The Yuetter Institute report is the result of a large collaborative effort, which included high-level government officials from the current and previous presidential administrations, farmers, and academics and practitioners in plant genetics, agricultural sciences, economics and law. (Photo by Craig Chandler, University Communication and Marketing)

Yeutter Institute Offers Insights on Boosting Ag Biotech Innovation

October 18, 2023

Now a topic of ongoing deliberations in Washington D.C., a new Yeutter Institute report recommends streamlining redundant U.S. regulatory protocols for ag biotech, which can boost crop yields to meet the world’s growing food demand.

Cash in soybeans — The latest farm income webinar from the Center of Ag Profitability features discussion by Brad Lubben, UNL associate professor and extension policy specialist, and Scott Brown, associate professor and interim director of the University of Missouri's Rural and Farm Finance Policy Analysis Center.

Webinar: Nebraska and U.S. Farm Income Update and Outlook

October 18, 2023

Ag finance experts provide an analysis of the latest farm income situation, including factors for the rising net farm income in Nebraska this year.

Cattle in pasture — Nebraska ranks fifth in the U.S. for rising farm real estate and third for rising cropland value in 2023. (Center for Ag Profitability/Real Ag Stock image)

USDA Reports on 2023 Nebraska Land Values and County-level Cash Rent Estimates

October 18, 2023

According to USDA estimates, Kansas, New Jersey and Nebraska have experienced the highest increases in U.S. cropland value this year.

Irrigating alfalfa field during autumn — For irrigated alfalfa, targeted fall irrigation may help the long-term strength of the stand, as well as refill soil profiles that were depleted during the summer.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Grazing and Fall Irrigation of Alfalfa

October 18, 2023

The pros and cons of grazing fall alfalfa, and capturing the benefits of targeted fall alfalfa irrigation after a dry year.

Corn stubble burning — The Exchange team weighs in on soil health factors that may be contributing to lower yields in irrigated corn this year, following wildfires that scorched southeast Nebraska fields during the fall of 2022.

The Soil Health Exchange: Are Soil Health Factors Impacting Yield Following Wildfire?

October 17, 2023

UNL experts weigh in on soil health factors that may be contributing to lower yields in irrigated corn this year, after wildfires scorched southeast Nebraska fields during the fall of 2022.

Corn field at harvest — Historical crop progress data for Nebraska is available at USDA.

Crop Progress: Nebraska Harvest on Track Despite Stormy Week

October 17, 2023

Harvest continued at full speed last week despite widespread precipitation in Nebraska, with all crops remaining just near or ahead of average pace.

This Week on N Field: Ear Rots and Storage Considerations

October 13, 2023

Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman shares tips on scouting for ear rots during corn harvest and avoiding mold development in bins.

Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Oct. 12, 2023

October 13, 2023

Nebraska will have another dip in temperatures this weekend into next week, with many sites from Hastings to the east-central part of the state potentially receiving their first freeze.

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