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Center pivot in soybeans — According to 2023 Nebraska survey results, the skill, interest and time of the landlord and tenant engaged in an irrigated cropland lease arrangement strongly influence negotiations for which entity maintains irrigation systems on rented land.

2023 Cash Lease Adjustments for Irrigation Equipment on Cropland

August 30, 2023

Cornhusker Economics experts analyze the impact of irrigation system costs on 2022-23 cropland rental arrangements in Nebraska.

Loading corn silage — Silage harvesters can put out impressive volumes of chop, often overwhelming the packer with too many loads before they can get a proper pack. Remember, the speed of chopping should be determined by the packing speed, not the silage chopper.

Pasture and Forage Minute: Considerations for Corn Silage, Last Cutting Alfalfa and Forage Inventories

August 29, 2023

Best practices for packing and covering corn silage, timing the last fall alfalfa cutting, and taking inventory of fall and winter feed supplies.

Man and woman arguing — More often than not, both sides share a role in and a responsibility for escalation of a situation. Offering an apology allows you to accept your role in the situation and work toward a reconciliation. (Center for Ag Profitability photo)

Can We Be Sorry? Navigating Disagreements on the Farm

August 29, 2023

There can be many roadblocks in reconciling after a fight — learning how to identify and overcome these obstacles is the first step in taking responsibility and improving your relationships with loved ones.

Corn in dent phase — Historical crop progress data for Nebraska is available at USDA.

Crop Progress: Crop, Pasture Conditions Decline Following Record-setting Heat Wave

August 29, 2023

Nebraska crops experienced a slight decrease in condition after an intense heat wave scorched the Midwest for nearly a week.

Center pivot in field — A pivot irrigates plots at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center. (Photo by Chabella Guzman)

Irrigation Season to End in September

August 29, 2023

A review of this year's irrigation season in the Panhandle and crop water use expectations for Aug. 28-Sept. 3.

This Week on N Field: Checking Center Pivot Pressure

August 25, 2023

Recommendations on the cheapest, easiest ways of monitoring water pressure to ensure a center pivot is operating correctly.

Farmer with laptop in field — The USDA NASS Technology Use Survey is conducted every two years. To see past results of the survey, visit the USDA NASS online archive.

Nebraska Computer and Internet Use on Farms

August 25, 2023

Computer use and internet access has risen in Nebraska, according to USDA NASS's latest survey on technology in ag.

Troy Anderson in university lab — A research team that included Husker entomologist Troy Anderson has discovered a potential breakthrough in combating the Varroa mite, a parasite whose spread of viruses can trigger catastrophic losses of honey bee colonies. (Photo by Craig Chandler, University Communication and Marketing)

Research Boosts Honey Bee Protection Against Deadly Viruses

August 25, 2023

The research team, which includes Husker entomologist Troy Anderson, has identified a drug treatment that stimulates and dramatically strengthens honey bees’ immune systems.