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Free Livestream Planned for USDA’s 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum

October 27, 2022
More than 100 government, industry and academic leaders will share insights on commodity and food price outlooks, U.S. and global agricultural trade developments, supply chain disruptions, and innovations to mitigate impacts of climate change.

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Grain silos
Conditioning of soybeans occurs the fastest when the airflow rate is high and the air is warm and humid.

Considerations When Conditioning Too-dry Soybeans

October 27, 2022
Insights on the process of conditioning low-moisture soybeans while avoiding damage to grain bins, with respect to cost-effectiveness.

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Soybean harvest

Crop Progress: Soybean, Dry Bean Harvest Nearly Finished

October 27, 2022
As of Oct. 23, soybean harvest was at 93%, well ahead of both last year and the five-year average. Dry edible beans and winter wheat are also nearly finished with harvest, while corn and sorghum are now over 50% done.

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Fall precipitation outlook

Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — Oct. 25, 2022

October 26, 2022
The next precipitation event for Nebraska is projected to begin on Nov. 4, with rain in the eastern part of the state and snow anticipated for the western and central regions.

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Grain truck in field
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Annie’s Project-inspired Workshop on Ag Budgeting Program, Stress, Research Updates Nov. 29 in Auburn

October 25, 2022
Participants will learn how to use the Agricultural Budget Calculator program to manage finances for their ag operation, and hear about research updates and stress management techniques.

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Center pivot
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How To Adjust Rental Payments When Tenants Own the Center Pivot

October 25, 2022
Center for Agricultural Profitability experts share recommendations on how to create a cropland lease agreement when ownership of the pump and pivot are divided between the landowner and the tenant.

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September Continues Warm, Dry Trend as Drought Worsens

October 25, 2022
September was one of the driest on record for Nebraska, with above-normal temperatures and numerous records set for daily highs in the triple-digits.

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Corn in bin
Anytime corn is cooled in a bin, there will be a minor reduction in moisture; however, the temperature of the corn will change many times faster than any moisture content change.

Cooling Low-moisture Corn in Bins

October 25, 2022
With a higher prevalence of low-moisture corn this harvest season due to drought, Nebraska Extension shares recommendations on how to avoid additional moisture loss while cooling the grain.

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