UNL CropWatch June 21, 2010: Nebraska's Virtual Corn Suitability Rating

June 10, 2010 Cornhusker Economics

by Bruce Johnson and Tyler Rosener
 

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UNL CropWatch July 1, 2010: Protein Likely To Affect Value of 2010 Winter Wheat Crop

July 1, 2010

As the 2010 winter wheat harvest approaches, the news from points south of Nebraska has both negatives and positives for growers here.

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UNL CropWatch July 1, 2010: Hay-Making Delays Necessitate Recheck of Your Harvest Plans

July 1, 2010

Hay-making weather arrived. Finally. For most of us, last week was the first good stretch of hay making weather all year.

Who would have thought a couple months ago that we'd have to wait until  late June to take the first cutting. In some fields hay laid in the windrow for several weeks waiting to get dry.

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UNL CropWatch July 1, 2010: Removing Bales Quickly Can Reduce Wheel Traffic Damage

July 1, 2010

With all the delays and interruptions to this year’s hay harvest, it’s not uncommon to see hay bales left in the middle of the field. This practice can affect future yields in two ways.

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UNL CropWatch June 23, 2010: Be Prepared for Potential Heat Damage To Moist Hay

June 23, 2010

Did you bale some first cutting hay a little tough due to high humidity and frequent rain showers? If so, your hay could mold, spoil, or suffer heat damage.

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