UNL CropWatch June 23, 2010: Scouting for and Treating Potato Leafhoppers in Alfalfa

June 23, 2010

Potato leafhoppers have the potential to hurt alfalfa in Nebraska every year. This is generally a second and third cutting pest and has been common in Nebraska recently. This pest doesn’t overwinter in Nebraska but rather is brought in on southerly winds

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UNL CropWatch July 1, 2010: Managing Spray Drift also Increases Pesticide Efficacy

July 1, 2010

Managing spray drift  improves pesticide efficacy by ensuring that the correct amount reaches the target, helping you get all the benefit you're paying for. Consider: If 7% of the pesticide does not reach the intended target, the cost of that amount of pesticide is wasted.

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CropWatch July 2, 2010: Nebraska State Climatologist: Will July be Wet or Dry?

July 2, 2010

While much of Nebraska received what seemed like an endless stream of storms in June, more rain still is needed in July.

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UNL CropWatch July 1, 2010: Midsummer Crop Diagnostic Clinics July 20-21

July 1, 2010

Agribusiness professionals and crop producers will take a close-up look at field conditions, research and techniques at UNL's midsummer Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics July 20-21.

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UNL CropWatch July 1, 2010: July Farm Mediation Clinics

July 1, 2010

The Nebraska Department of Agriculture's Farm Mediation Program will be conducting programs this month in the following cities:

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UNL CropWatch June 29, 2010: Become AgSMART with a New Extension Program for Ag Business Operators

June 29, 2010

UNL Extension specialists, in collaboration with agricultural educators and businesses across the state, have developed a new comprehensive business management program for producers.

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