Brandy VanDeWalle
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- Exten Educator NE Ext Engagement Zone 10 University of Nebraska–Lincoln
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1340 G St
Geneva
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68361-2005
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Pasture and Forage Minute: Winterizing Alfalfa and Grazing Small Grains
October 25, 2021
Extension Educator Ben Beckman reviews his recommendations on winterizing alfalfa using growing degree days, and which small grains to focus grazing on this fall.
More Diverse Crop Rotations Improve Yield, Yield Stability and Soil Health
October 25, 2021
Results from a long-term rainfed no-till crop rotation and nitrogen (N) fertilizer systems study, which concluded that crop rotation has more agronomic and soil benefits compared to fertilizer-N alone.
Tar Spot Disease of Corn Confirmed in Several Nebraska Counties
October 21, 2021
Tar spot was confirmed in seven eastern Nebraska counties during recent weeks, and there are likely additional corn fields in other counties where the disease can be found.
Now is the Time to Use the Nutrients You are Banking in Your Soils
October 20, 2021
With the recent increase in fertilizer prices, it is more important than ever to use the right amount of fertilizer to maximize the economic returns. Applying too little or too much fertilizer can result in substantial economic loss.
Fertilizer Prices Forecasted to Continue Increase: What to Know
October 20, 2021
With nitrogen prices predicted to continue increase in the coming years, now is a great time for producers to work on their fertilizer use regime.
Update on the 2019 Tunnel Collapse and Canal Washout and 2021 Irrigation Season
October 19, 2021
Water flow through the tunnels were returned to 97% of capacity this summer, resulting in near normal water deliveries by the three major irrigation districts in the North Platte Valley during the 2021 growing season.
2022 Cost of Production Increases, Expected Profit and Navigating a Riskier Financial Environment
October 19, 2021
In this article, UNL professionals discuss the 2022 cropping year by examining increases in input prices, expected profit and risk management.
USDA to Survey Row Crops County Acreage and Production
October 19, 2021
USDA NASS will soon survey producers in Nebraska and 37 other states to collect information on total acres planted and harvested and total yield and production of row crop, which will help federal and state programs that support agriculturalists.