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Andrew Little

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Work Hardin Hall (HARH) 306 South
Lincoln NE 68583-0973
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Work 402-219-1913
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  • Outstanding Wildlife Technical Paper of the Year, Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, 2018

Meet Andrew Little

Temperature outlook map

Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: Aug. 29, 2024

August 29, 2024
Overall, the first two weeks of September will bring minimal precipitation and above-average temperatures to the Midwest.

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Soybean field at ground view
Soybean plants grown in narrow row spacing, which has been shown to suppress weed growth and increase crop yield, particularly when integrated with effective herbicide programs.

Does Narrow Row Spacing Help Suppress Weeds and Increase Yields in Corn and Soybean?

August 29, 2024
This article reviews the results of 35 studies conducted over the course of 60 years on utilizing narrow row spacing to control weeds and increase yields. 

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Tar spot on corn leaf

Black Spots in Corn? Southern Rust, Tar Spot and More

August 29, 2024
Differentiating between corn diseases can be difficult, but it's vital for effective long-term management. Read this article to learn more about the identifiable characteristics of Nebraska's most common and emerging corn diseases.

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Rainfed corn yield forecast map

2024 Corn Yield Forecasts as of Aug. 27

August 28, 2024
There continues to be a high probability of near-average yields in irrigated corn sites and near or above-average yields in all but a few rainfed corn sites.

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Field of maturing soybean under fog
Historical crop progress data for Nebraska is available at USDA.

Crop Progress: Nebraska Crops on Track for Timely Harvest

August 26, 2024
Nebraska producers have wrapped up oat harvest, and all crops are progressing at or above average pace as the fall harvest season quickly approaches.

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Sunflower field in full bloom
A sunflower field blooming in Box Butte County. (Photo by Chabella Guzman)

Full Soil Water Profile Encouraged to Finish Crops Before Harvest

August 26, 2024
As surface/canal water usually curtails mid-September, extension recommends that Nebraska Panhandle producers ensure their soil water profiles are full to sustain crops through to harvest.

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This Week on N Field: Key Management Decisions After Hail Damage

August 23, 2024
Understand the immediate and long-term impacts of hail on your crops and learn best practices for assessing damage and planning effective interventions.

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Oat field at sunset
Historical small grains data for Nebraska is available at USDA.

USDA NASS to Collect 2024 Small Grain Production and Stocks Data

August 23, 2024
The results of the small grains survey are used by numerous agencies within the agricultural industry to make a wide range of decisions that benefit producers.

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