Amy Schmidt
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Research: Residue Boosts Yields in Water-Limited Conditions
August 22, 2008
Learn More For more information about producing more yield with less water, be sure to attend one of these meetings:
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Keep Testing Forage, Despite Lab Change
August 28, 2008
When the UNL Soil Plant Analytical Lab (SPAL) was closed in July, forage testing, as well as grain and soil testing, was discontinued. We realize this has caused concern among Nebraska forage growers who regularly tested and used the results as a management tool.
Rye, Triticale, Or Wheat — Which Is Best for Your Operation?
August 28, 2008
If you're thinking about planting wheat, rye, or triticale for spring forage, use this guide to select the right grain for your operation and livestock feeding needs.
Tips for Spreading Manure On Alfalfa
August 22, 2008
If you have manure to spread during summer, sometimes the only place available is an alfalfa field. But, manure can cause problems on alfalfa.
Finding Higher Profits in Cash Hay Opportunities
August 22, 2008
Persistent spring rain, potato leafhoppers, fewer acres, and winter injury are making good quality hay scarce everywhere.
Testing For Hay Quality
August 22, 2008
Nutrient concentration can vary considerably in hay, due to a variety of causes.These can include leafiness of the hay, maturity of the plant when the hay was cut, or even how the hay was handled during raking and baling.
Options For Late Summer Pasture Weeds
August 22, 2008
Stimulated by recent summer rains, weeds have exploded in many pastures. Because many pastures only had short grass as competition, these weeds grew almost unchecked. Only pastures or areas in pastures with thick, relatively tall grass stands have few weeds.