Tuesday November 5, 2024
Soybean Tentiform Leaf Miner
A new soybean pest has been confirmed in Nebraska. Nebraska Extension Educator Wayne Ohnesorg says there are no known management methods for this insect and the next step will be to conduct growing season surveys of soybean fields to determine the prevalence.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2024/soybean-tentiform-leafminer-found-nebraska
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Thursday October 17, 2024
Harvest Season Safety
The busy harvest period often brings high stress and long hours, which can lead to accidents. Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman says, speed is one thing but safety should always be your first consideration.MP3
Harvest Season Safety
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Tuesday October 15, 2024
Fire Safety During Harvest
With weather conditions ripe for quick-moving fires, farmers need to be extra cautious when combining fields this fall. Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman discusses combine fires and ways you can be safe during harvest.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2024/fire-safety-during-harvest-season-essential-tips-farmers
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Wednesday October 9, 2024
Free Soybean Cyst Nematode Testing
It’s estimated that soybean cyst nematode can cause up to 40% yield loss in some fields. Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Dylan Mangel says now is the perfect time to collect soil samples to see if your field has this pest. Producers can send the samples free of charge to the UNL Plant & Pest Diagnostic lab to results.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2021/sample-soybean-cyst-nematode-fall
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Monday October 7, 2024
Predicting Corn Hybrid Performance
University of Nebraska - Lincoln researchers are using A.I. tools and computer modeling to help corn producers get more out of their crops. University of Nebraska – Lincoln plant scientist James Schnable says this innovative strategy will help predict the performance of new corn hybrids which is an important step towards better crop varieties.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2024/schnable-expands-work-id-corn-genes-predict-hybrid-performance
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Wednesday October 2, 2024
Master Irrigation Initiative
The Master Irrigation initiative has been embraced by several other state, and the program is gaining interest in Nebraska. Nebraska Ag Producer, Roric Paulman says clean and abundant water is something we owe to the next generation of farmers and ranchers.MP3
https://taps.unl.edu/
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Tuesday August 27, 2024
Interseeding Cover Crops
Interest in interseeding cover crops into living corn and soybean has increased in recent years. Nebraska Extension Educator Chris Proctor say cover crops can help with weed suppression and nutrient depletion.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2021/results-interseeding-cover-crops-corn-or-soybean
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Thursday August 22, 2024
Late Season Irrigation Strategies
Correctly timing the last few irrigations of the season offers an excellent opportunity to save some water and money. Nebraska Extension Irrigated Cropping Educator Steve Melvin talks about factors to consider when scheduling your last irrigation this fall.MP3
https://youtu.be/-eygQKa2d7w?si=Xup4aeq-Y76BrTsh
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Wednesday August 14, 2024
Is Your Corn Crop Worth More as Silage or Grain?
Producers could consider using their corn as feed when diminished hay production makes it scarce and expensive. Nebraska Extension Specialist Galen Erickson talks about how silage and grain might make financial sense to farmers. MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/corn-crop-worth-more-silage-or-grain
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Monday August 5, 2024
2024 Soybean Management Field Days
The 2024 Soybean Management Field Days will take place Tuesday, Aug. 13 to Friday, Aug. 16 at several locations across the state. Nebraska Extension Educator Aaron Nygren says it’s a great opportunity for farmers to learn about soybean production, the new soybean Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) contest, and to network with fellow growers.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2024/new-format-nebraska-soybean-management-field-days
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Friday August 02, 2024
Sothern Rust in Corn
Warm and humid conditions have been optimal for southern rust development in corn. Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Tamra Jackson-Ziems says it’s been spotted in several counties in the eastern part of the state and in most cases, earlier than expected.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2024/southern-rust-spreading-eastern-nebraska
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Thursday August 01, 2024
Drought Tolerant Wheat Research
University of Nebraska – Lincoln researchers are looking at the roots of new and old wheat varieties to identify drought tolerant genes. Nebraska Extension Educator Cody Creech says this will provide key traits wheat breeders can use to improve drought tolerance in the future.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2024/researchers-look-roots-insight-drought-tolerant-wheat
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Wednesday July 31, 2024
Japanese Beetle Update for Producers
Soybean producers should be actively scouting for Japanese Beetles, an insect that can cause mass defoliation of the crop. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Kyle Koch talks about economic thresholds and when to take control measures.MP3
https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2019/japanese-beetles
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Thursday July 25, 2024
Crop Survival After a Hail Event
Hail damaged crops are common in Nebraska, and their survival rate depends upon several factors. Nebraska Extension Educator Jenny Rees discusses what those factors are in corn and soybeans. MP3
https://marketjournal.unl.edu/
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Wednesday July 24, 2024
Crop Survival After a Flood Event
Flooded fields in the state cause headaches for producers with insurance as well as problematic issues with crop survival. Nebraska Extension Plant Pathologist Amy Timmerman discusses what producers should know about underwater crops and the probability of their survival. MP3
https://marketjournal.unl.edu/