UNL CropWatch Oct. 29, 2010: Resources for Soil Testing, Management and Calculating Fertilizer Rec,

UNL CropWatch Oct. 29, 2010: Resources for Soil Testing, Management and Calculating Fertilizer Rec,

Oct. 29, 2010



Thinking about putting on some fall fertilizer? 

Remember to check the CropWatch Soil Temperatures for daily and 7-day average temperatures. You'll get the most bang from your nitrogen investment if you wait until soil temperatures are consistently below 50°F.
 

Soil sampling this fall can help provide the information you’ll need to manage soil nutrients for next year’s crop. The Soil Management section of CropWatch offers a variety of resources on sampling soils and interpreting the results, including

Taking Soil Samples


Analysis and Recommendations

Nebraska Soil Testing Laboratories

  • After you get your soil test results, use the UNL online tool, Fertilizer Recommendations for Nebraska Crop Producers, to develop a customized recommendation for your field. The site calculates fertilizer recommendations for all crops produced in Nebraska, either by directly entering crop and soil test information, or by uploading files with test information from analytical laboratories.
     
  • Nutrient Management for Agronomic Crops in Nebraska, EC155
    A guide to nutrient use from all sources for the production of Nebraska's major agronomic crops. This 176-page book is divided into two main areas: the basic principles of soil fertility for the primary, secondary and micronutrients and fertilizer recommendations for individual crops. View this guide on-line or order the softcover book from your local UNL Extension office. Cost is $12.
     
  • Additional information, including fertilizer recommendations for specific crops are available in the Soil Management section in CropWatch  or on the Extension publications Website.

 

 

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