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

Crop Progress: Harvest on Track, Drought Enhances Pasture Decline

October 18, 2024

Harvest activities for corn and soybean made good progress over the last week, but drought continues to impact winter wheat emergence and pasture conditions.

Very High Fire Danger on Thursday

October 15, 2024

Harvesters are urged to take precautions this week, as dry conditions and strong winds have increased the risk of rapid fire spread in Nebraska and western Iowa.

This Week on N Field: Fire Prevention During Harvest

October 11, 2024

Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman shares quick tips on preventing combine fires.

Men hold shovels behind ceremonial dig area — (From left) Doug Zalesky, ENREEC director; Joe Luck, associate professor of biological systems engineering and ENREEC associate director; Kent Kirchoff, vice president for sales and marketing with AKRS Equipment; Kurtis Charling, vice president of agricultural technology with Lindsay Corporation; Josh DeMers, Program Manager of The Combine at Invest Nebraska; Mike Boehm, Harlan Vice Chancellor for IANR; and Derek McLean, dean of agricultural research for IANR, shovel dirt at the Aug. 14 groundbreaking ceremony for NFarms, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s precision agriculture initiative. (Photo by Abigayle Warm, ENREEC)

NFarms Groundbreaking Highlights Precision Ag Innovation, Public-private Partnerships

October 11, 2024

NFarms will leverage cutting-edge technology on 3,000 acres to support data-driven agriculture, developing practical solutions for producers and shaping the future of agriculture through education, innovation, and commercialization of ag-tech products.

Kasia Glowacka looks at camera — Kasia Glowacka, assistant professor of biochemistry, pursues high-level lab analysis but also likes to study plants in the field. She wants her projects to have direct relevance for producers. The university’s plant-focused research facilities are well-suited for advanced analysis, she said. (Photo by Craig Chandler, University Communication and Marketing)

Husker Research Points to Increased Water Use Efficiency for Crops

October 11, 2024

UNL researchers have developed a genetic modification that enables plants to use up to 30% less water without sacrificing growth — a breakthrough that could lead to more efficient water use in agriculture.

Two men look at paperwork near field — Always consult legal and financial professionals for structuring agreements for your estate.

Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning: Life Insurance Backed Buy-Sell Agreement

October 11, 2024

This article discusses how farm and ranch families can use a life insurance policy to ensure liquidity for on-farm heirs who must buy out siblings' shares upon a parent's death.

Weekly Weather Outlook and Update: Majority of State Now in Drought

October 11, 2024

Rapid drought development in Nebraska is overlapping a critical time for winter wheat crop development, causing below-normal emergence, as well as heightened risk of wildfire during harvest.

Russet potatoes in a pile — Historical potato production reports for Nebraska are available at USDA.

Nebraska Potato Summary for 2023

October 10, 2024

Final numbers for the 2023 potato production season have been released, and Nebraska's report reflects an increase in acreage and yield.