Nebraska Sept. 1, 2024 Grain Stocks
October 10, 2024
Nebraska's oat production in 2024 was substantially higher than recent years, leading to a 70% increase in on-farm stocks in September.
Emergency Planning is Essential for the Home, Farm or Ranch
October 10, 2024
Fall harvest is one of the most dangerous seasons of the year for producers. It's never too late to make a plan with your family in the event of wildfire, entrapment, injury or other farm accident.
UNL-TAPS Irrigation Ranges Across State and Competitions in 2024
October 10, 2024
With Nebraska's varying weather conditions during the 2024 growing season, rainfall totals and irrigation decisions will play a key role in determining winners for the TAPS corn, sorghum and soybean competitions.
Soybean Tentiform Leafminer Found in Nebraska
October 10, 2024
A new soybean pest has moved into Nebraska — the soybean tentiform leafminer was positively identified in a Madison County field last month. At present, there are no known management methods for this insect.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Grazing Drought-stressed Crop Residue and Fall Forages
October 9, 2024
Best practices for producers looking to graze crop residue due to drought-related shortages, and managing risk factors with fall forages.
Pasture and Forage Minute: Tips on Lease Agreements, Controlling Cheatgrass and Interseeding Legumes
October 2, 2024
Extension insights on terminating lease agreements, the best herbicides for controlling cheatgrass, and overgrazing pastures in preparation for interseeding legumes to improve nutrition.
Crop Progress: Drought Delays Winter Wheat Emergence
October 9, 2024
Winter wheat emergence has been notably delayed due to dry conditions in Nebraska, currently 20% behind last year at this time.
Harvest Season Safety: A Reminder for Everyone
October 2, 2024
With Harvest '24 underway, safety on the roads is a top priority — farmers should ensure equipment is well-maintained, visible, and used with caution, while drivers need to stay patient and give farm machinery ample space.