Ben Dutton
faculty
- Exten Educator NE Ext Engagement Zone 3 University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
348 W State Farm Rd
North Platte
NE
69101-7751
US
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308-532-2683
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Dryness Continues into April, Temperatures Slightly Above Normal
May 17, 2023
April's total precipitation was well below normal in Nebraska, resulting in worsening drought conditions and the fifth driest April for the state since 1895.
Fertilizer-nitrogen Injury to Corn
May 17, 2023
Nebraska Extension recommendations on minimizing crop injury from anhydrous ammonia applications.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Wheat Grazing vs. Grain Value, Choosing Summer Forage
May 16, 2023
This week — Recommendations for producers considering wheat for forage, including varieties and planting timelines for summer annual grasses, plus tips on control measures for poison hemlock.
USDA Mails 2023 Agricultural Resource Management Survey
May 16, 2023
In 2023, the survey will take a closer look at barley, oat, peanut and soybean production in the United States.
Nebraska Winter Wheat Crop Production for May 2023
May 16, 2023
Nebraska's 2023 winter wheat crop is forecast at 33.0 million bushels, up 26% from last year's crop.
USDA Seeks Feedback from Producers about 2023 Crops, Stocks, Inventories and Values
May 16, 2023
Data from the surveys will be used to estimate the supply of major commodities in the U.S. for the 2023 crop year.
Crop Progress: Widespread Rainfall Causes Minimal Delay for Planting
May 16, 2023
Corn and soybean planting were still well ahead of average pace as of May 14, despite several rainfall events throughout the state last week.
This Week on N Field: Burndown Weed Management
May 12, 2023
Nebraska Extension Weed Management Specialist Amit Jhala provides recommendations for burndown weed management before planting corn or soybean.