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
Work
308-532-2683
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Pasture and Forage Minute: Harvesting Drought-stressed Corn and Milo, Controlling Grasshoppers
August 2, 2022
Considerations for harvesting drought-stressed corn or milo, grasshopper control in pastures and rangeland, and taking inventory of fall/winter feed and hay.
Estimated Crop Water Use: Aug. 1
July 29, 2022
Estimated crop water use for Nebraska Panhandle crops for the week of Aug. 1.
Performance of Crop-boosting Bacteria May Depend on Delivery Method
July 29, 2022
A recent Nebraska study discovered that the most effective methods for promoting crop growth depends on the type of soil bacteria being introduced.
Cercospora Leaf Spot Detected in Sugarbeets
July 29, 2022
Periods of high humidity or extended leaf wetness and warm temperatures create the optimal conditions for cercospora leaf spot to develop.
Study Shows Nebraska’s Ethanol Industry Continues to Expand
July 28, 2022
Producing over 2.25 billion gallons in 2019, Nebraska continues to rank as the second-largest ethanol-producing state in the nation.
Weekly Agricultural Weather Update — July 26, 2022
July 28, 2022
Another round of extended heat is likely for the first week of August, with the possibility for precipitation beginning Aug. 6.
Crop Progress: Nebraska Crop Conditions Take Slight Downturn
July 27, 2022
Hot, dry conditions led to a minor decrease in crop health last week in Nebraska, and winter wheat harvest neared the finish line.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Managing Volunteer Wheat, Drought-stressed Corn Options
July 27, 2022
Solutions for managing volunteer wheat in cooperation with neighbors, grazing heat-stressed forages and deciding on a course for drought-stressed corn.