UNL CropWatch May 14, 2010: Five Counties Receive Ag Disaster Designation

May 14, 2010

Five western Nebraska counties have been designated as agricultural disaster areas due to significant millet crop losses resulting from
severe winter conditions.

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UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Scouting for and Treating Stink Bugs on Seedling Corn

May 7, 2010

Historically, stink bugs have not been a significant pest in Nebraska, but in recent years there have been more frequent reports of damage to corn in Nebraska and areas of the north central U.S.

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UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Identifying Nutrient Deficiencies in Wheat

May 7, 2010

New Web Tool

Soon wheat will be entering a phase of rapid growth and any nutrient deficiencies are likely to become apparent.

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UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Evaluating Corn Stands

May 7, 2010

Table 1. Row length required to equal 1/1000 acre for various row widths.

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UNL CropWatch May 7, 2010: Early Cutting Alfalfa Offers Benefits

May 7, 2010

Your first cutting of alfalfa often is the most important one of the year. It usually produces the most yield and its forage quality changes fastest from day to day. With some seasons, determining the right time for the first cutting can be a little tricky.

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