Wheat Disease Update: Overview of the 2023 Growing Season
June 28, 2023
Eastern Nebraska wheat fields weren't significantly impacted by disease this growing season; however, due to abundant rainfall, western Nebraska and Panhandle growers have observed moderate levels of Fusarium head blight and severe tan spot.
Major Nebraska Rivers and Their Drainages: Part 6
June 28, 2023
The final installment of the Nebraska Rivers series focuses on the "crown jewel" of Nebraska — the Niobrara River — as well as the White River and Hat Creek.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Drought-stunted Alfalfa Options, Bluegrass Control
June 27, 2023
Recommendations for producers facing short alfalfa stands from drought stress and encroaching bluegrass, plus water needs for livestock during summer.
Flame Weeding Workshop on Aug. 15 at ENREEC
June 27, 2023
The workshop will feature demonstrations on how to do proper flaming to control over 10 major Midwestern weeds in field corn, sweet corn, popcorn, soybean, sorghum, sunflower and wheat.
Free Farm and Ag Law Clinics Set for July
June 27, 2023
Nebraskans can attend one of the three dates scheduled for free, in-person farm and ag law clinics in July or call to arrange a virtual/phone appointment.
Soybean Gall Midge Regional Field Day Set for July 25
June 26, 2023
Participants will learn how to identify soybean gall midge larvae and plant injury, and learn about the latest research on control options.
Crop Progress: Planting Nears Finish Line, Slight Improvement in Crop Conditions
June 26, 2023
Dry edible bean planting was 98% complete in Nebraska as of June 25, bringing an end to planting season for the summer of 2023.
The crop water use report is updated weekly. Visit PHREC AgLab for more information.
Estimated Crop Water Use for June 26-July 2, 2023
June 26, 2023
Recent rainfall and hailstorms will impact the next few weeks of crop water use in the Nebraska Panhandle.