Pivot with end gun
There are two reliable methods for overcoming the challenges of lower uniformity and nitrogen application rates when using the center pivot's end gun: using a variable rate injection pump, and slowing the pivot down when the end gun turns on (for systems with computer panels).

How to Determine the Chemigation Injection Pump Setting for a Center Pivot with the End Gun Off and On

June 18, 2024
The key to knowing the correct setting for a chemigation pump is to first determine how many acres per hour the pivot will cover at the desired irrigation application depth or rate.

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Farmer in field
FSA encourages producers to complete the ERP Phase Two application, PARP application and acreage reporting for July 15 during the same office visit.

USDA Extends Application Deadline for Revenue Loss Programs to July 14

June 21, 2023
FSA has partnered with nine organizations to provide educational and technical assistance to agricultural producers and provide assistance in completing an ERP Phase Two application by the new deadline.

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Potatoes
Historical potato stock reports for Nebraska are available at USDA.

Nebraska Potato Stocks for June 2023

June 21, 2023
Nebraska growers, dealers and processors held 300,000 cwt of potatoes in storage on June 1, which represented 3% of 2022 production.

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Soybean field
Historical crop progress data for Nebraska is available at USDA.

Crop Progress: Slight Downturn in Corn, Soybean Conditions

June 21, 2023
Crop conditions for corn and soybean fell for the second week in Nebraska, while winter wheat and oats have experienced a slight uptick in condition since early June.

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Alfalfa harvest
You can harvest seeding year alfalfa as early as 40 days after emergence, but if you can wait until 60 days, you'll benefit from increased root development, which helps avoid issues from soil compaction and surface soil dryness.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Planting Forage in Stubble and Seeding Year Alfalfa Management

June 20, 2023
Tips on planting forages into wheat and rye stubble, how to get the most from your first-year alfalfa and controlling yucca plants on rangeland in western and central Nebraska.

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Water droplets

The crop water use report is updated weekly. Visit PHREC AgLab for more information.

Estimated Crop Water Use for June 19-25, 2023

June 19, 2023
Nebraska Extension Educator Gary Stone shares his expectations for rising crop water use in the coming days.

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This Week on N Field: Alfalfa Insects

June 16, 2023
Learn how to spot the different feeding signs of alfalfa weevils and aphids, and why it's important to identify all insects present in an alfalfa field before applying chemical control.

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This Week on N Field: Planting Green

June 16, 2023
Nebraska Extension Weed Management Specialist Amit Jhala explains the concept of planting green and how it can help with early season weed management in soybean.

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