Jay Parsons
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- Professor Agricultural Economics University of Nebraska–Lincoln
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Heat Keeps Rains Away During Wheat Harvest
July 16, 2024
Extension educators report on wheat harvest progress and irrigation use in western Nebraska and the Panhandle.
Take Action Now: White Mold Threat in Soybeans
July 12, 2024
White mold significantly impacted Nebraska soybean yields in 2023, and proactive management is crucial for this season.
The Drought of 2023 Impact on Irrigation and What We Can Learn from It
July 12, 2024
The amount and timing of irrigation applied in recent years may have very little to do with what's needed this year. Review the factors before making a decision.
Corn Diseases Developing in Some Fields — What To Watch
July 12, 2024
Tar spot has been confirmed in several eastern Nebraska counties in recent weeks, and distribution of the fungus is expected to continue expansion this year.
This Week on N Field: Pesticide — Roundup
July 12, 2024
When you're grabbing herbicide at the local box store, it's crucial to take a minute to review the active ingredients before heading to checkout. Extension Educator Amy Timmerman explains in this new segment of N Field.
This Week on N Field: Tar Spot 2024
July 12, 2024
Nebraska producers should be on the lookout for tar spot — watch this episode of N Field for quick tips on scouting and identification.
Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: July 11, 2024
July 12, 2024
Record-breaking heat is the next weather woe for Nebraska — temperatures will surge into the 100s statewide this weekend, likely triggering excessive heat warnings for many areas.
From Soil to Swine: How One Nebraska Farmer Found Success in Manure Management
July 11, 2024
For one Nebraska corn and soybean producer, an attempt at expanding operations revolutionized his whole approach to farming. Read more about his experience here.