This Week's Radio Features

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Monday, February 10, 2025

2025 Soybean Report and Recommendations

White mold significantly impacted yields in 2024, and proactive management is crucial for this growing season. Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Dylan Mangel talks about soybean recommendations and ways to avoid white mold and other diseases. 

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Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Sensor Based Irrigation and Nitrogen Needs

Getting the right amount of nitrogen to the exact place in the field that needs it can be a challenge. Joe Luck Nebraska Extension Precision Agriculture Specialist says sensor-based fertigation technology can improve efficiency and profitability.

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Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Who Needs to Fill Out a 1099 Tax Form

According to IRS regulations, any non-farm employees who was paid over $600 in a calendar year must be issued a 1099 tax form. Nebraska Extension Ag Economist Shannon Sand talks about the 1099 reporting requirements and what it means for your operation.

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Thursday, February 13, 2025

2025 Corn Disease Report

Wetter than usual spring conditions the past few years have been favorable for crop diseases. Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Tamra Jackson-Ziems talks about common corn diseases and what producers can do to avoid them for the upcoming growing season. 

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Friday, February 14, 2025

Strategic Planning for Farmers and Ranchers

Any farm or ranch with a solid long-term mission should have a strategic plan. Larry Van Tassel, the Director of the Nebraska Center for Ag Profitability talks about what is takes to create a strategic plan for your operation.

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