Michael Rethwisch is now a farm advisor in crop production and entomology at the University of California Cooperative Extension. Please see his previous bio page and CropWatch articles.
Crop Progress: Conditions Unchanged as Corn, Soybeans Maturing at Average Pace
July 19, 2022
Though oat harvest is running behind, all Nebraska crop conditions continue to remain steady, with corn and soybeans entering reproductive growth stages.
Estimated Crop Water Use: July 18
July 19, 2022
Estimated crop water use for Nebraska Panhandle crops for the week of July 18.
The Lost Art of the Check Register
July 18, 2022
Nebraska Extension Educator Jessica Groskopf shares her recommendations on how to monitor your operational finances using this tried-and-true method.
June Ranks in Top 10 Driest on Record for Nebraska
July 15, 2022
Despite numerous severe weather events, June 2022 was Nebraska's seventh driest on record, with 76% of the state in drought.
Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — July 12, 2022
July 15, 2022
Precipitation totals expected throughout the next 10 days are low and likely won't offset current high water use demand by warm-season crops.
Record Ag Land Values in Nebraska Attributed to High Commodity Prices, Low Interest Rates
July 14, 2022
The average value of agricultural land in Nebraska for the year ending Feb. 1, 2022 increased 16% over the prior year, the largest increase in market value since 2014.
Extension Workshop to Focus on Inheriting Farmland and Modern Management, Farming Practices
July 14, 2022
Participants will receive free information and advice on lease provisions, legal considerations, communicating with family and more issues related to inheriting farmland.
Pathfinder Canal Break Update
July 14, 2022
Since July 7, PID indicated that sufficient repairs had been made to the breach to start bringing in water to the canal.