Crop Progress: Corn Planting Lags Compared to 2021
May 3, 2022
Corn planting is 9% behind 2021's pace as of May 1, but soybean planting is averaging the same as prior years at 19% complete.
Cover Crop Species Decomposition and Nitrogen Release During the Corn Growing Season
May 3, 2022
First year results in a three-year study to determine cover crop decomposition and nitrogen release throughout the growing season.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Flash Grazing, Alfalfa Herbicides and Weevil Management
May 2, 2022
It's time to begin pest and weed control measures in alfalfa. Plus, tips to capitalize on fast spring growth with flash grazing.
USDA Disaster Assistance Workshop for Producers Impacted by Wildfires Set for May 5 in Cambridge
April 29, 2022
Representatives from USDA FSA, NRCS and Risk Management Agency will present information on disaster assistance programs and resources available for farmers, ranchers and rural landowners.
Assistance Programs for Nebraska Producers Recovering from Wildfires, Drought
October 23, 2024
There are numerous organizations that offer assistance to farmers and ranchers for recovery from natural disasters, from hay and forage for livestock to help with planting and harvesting crops.
USDA Designates 10 Nebraska Counties as Primary Natural Disaster Areas
April 29, 2022
Ten primary counties and 16 contiguous counties have been designated as natural disaster areas to allow producers access to emergency loans for recovery efforts.
La Nina Forecasted to Continue with Drought Expansion Likely According to CPC
April 28, 2022
Nebraska Climatologist Al Dutcher reviews the latest CPC forecast, which predicts drought intensification through the entire 2022 growing season.
Financial Health Checkup for Farmers and Ranchers
April 28, 2022
This webinar with Nebraska Extension Agricultural Economist Jessica Groskopf takes a closer look at farm and ranch balance sheets and help you answer questions about the financial health of your business.