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Figure 1. A grower’s wheat field with severe symptoms of the wheat streak mosaic disease complex in Kimball County on June 15. Severe symptoms of the wheat streak mosaic disease complex were observed in a field in Kimball County, Nebraska on June 15.

Nebraska Extension Weed Management Specialist Amit Jhala shares details about the new corn herbicide Resicore XL, including proper use and how it differs from the original Resicore formula.

It's important for Nebraska growers to apply pre-emergence residual herbicides in soybean — find out why in this new episode of N Field Observations.

There are two reliable methods for overcoming the challenges of lower uniformity and nitrogen application rates when using the center pivot's end gun — using a variable rate injection pump, and, for systems with computer panels, slowing the pivot down when the end gun turns on. The key to knowing the correct setting for a chemigation pump is to first determine how many acres per hour the pivot will cover at the desired irrigation application depth or rate.

FSA encourages producers to complete the ERP Phase Two application, PARP application and acreage reporting for July 15 during the same office visit. FSA has partnered with nine organizations to provide educational and technical assistance to agricultural producers and provide assistance in completing an ERP Phase Two application by the new deadline.

Historical potato stock reports for Nebraska are available at USDA. Nebraska growers, dealers and processors held 300,000 cwt of potatoes in storage on June 1, which represented 3% of 2022 production.

Historical crop progress data for Nebraska is available at USDA. Crop conditions for corn and soybean fell for the second week in Nebraska, while winter wheat and oats experienced a slight uptick in condition since early June.

You can harvest seeding year alfalfa as early as 40 days after emergence, but if you can wait until 60 days, you'll benefit from increased root development, which helps avoid issues from soil compaction and surface soil dryness. Tips on planting forages into wheat and rye stubble, how to get the most from your first-year alfalfa and controlling yucca plants on rangeland in western and central Nebraska.

Monday, June 19, 2023

Water quantity and quality is critical to cattle health and performance.  Hot weather and drought conditions can impact both water quality and quantity for cattle.  

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Monday, June 19, 2023

Water quantity and quality is critical to cattle health and performance.  Hot weather and drought conditions can impact both water quality and quantity for cattle.  

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Nutrition Software Used: ESHA Food ProcessorNewsletter/Program:  Nutrition Education Program Archive Link: https://food.unl.edu/nutrition-education-program-nepContact Info: Jean Ann FischerTaxonomy Term Description: 

The Nutrition Education Program (NEP) delivers evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions through a combination of education strategies coupled with multi-level community changes that occur within the environment to promote healthy eating and active lifestyles.

This material was funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP and Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP).

Ingredients:

• 2 cups garlic scapes (about 15-20 scapes), gently rubbed under cold running water
• 1 Tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Cut garlic scapes in 2-inch long pieces.
3. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic scapes and cook for 4-6 minutes, while stirring occasionally until lightly toasted but still slightly crunchy. For softer scapes, continue cooking for 1-2 more minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
5. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days.

Category:  Side Dishes Yield: 4 servings Serving Size: 1/3 cupCalories: 60Total Fat: 3.5Saturated Fat: 0Potassium: 2Total Sugars: 0Iron: 0Vitamin D: 0Calcium: 2Protein: 1Fiber: 2Added Sugars: 0Total Carbohydrates: 5Sodium: 0Cholesterol: 0Photo by Marusa Jonas

The crop water use report is updated weekly. Visit PHREC AgLab for more information.

Nebraska Extension Educator Gary Stone shares his expectations for rising crop water use in the coming days.

Nutrition Software Used: ESHA Food ProcessorNewsletter/Program:  Nutrition Education Program Archive Link: https://food.unl.edu/nutrition-education-program-nepContact Info: Jean Ann FischerTaxonomy Term Description: 

The Nutrition Education Program (NEP) delivers evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions through a combination of education strategies coupled with multi-level community changes that occur within the environment to promote healthy eating and active lifestyles.

This material was funded by USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP and Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP).

Ingredients:

• 2 cups kale leaves, gently rubbed under cold running water, stems removed and chopped
• 1 cup fresh basil, gently rubbed under cold running water
• ½ cup garlic scapes (about 5 scapes), gently rubbed under cold running water, chopped
• ½ cup nuts (walnuts, pine nuts, almonds)
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
• ⅓ cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Place the kale, basil, garlic scapes, nuts, and cheese in a food processor or blender. Pulse until combined. Scrape down the sides with a spatula or spoon.
3. While the food processor is running, slowly add half of the olive oil. Stop the food processor and scrape down sides again. Start the food processor and add remaining oil.
4. Add salt and pepper, if desired.
5. Use as a sauce for pasta dishes, add to sandwiches, or spread on crackers or toast.
6. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to seven days, or freeze for up to three months.

Category:  Side Dishes Yield: 6 servings Serving Size: 3 TbspCalories: 200Total Fat: 20Saturated Fat: 3Potassium: 2Total Sugars: 0Iron: 6Vitamin D: 0Calcium: 6Protein: 3Fiber: 1Added Sugars: 0Total Carbohydrates: 3Sodium: 85Cholesterol: 5Photo by Marusa Jonas

Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman discusses identification and impact of alfalfa weevils and aphids, and explains why it's important to identify all the insects present in an alfalfa field before applying chemicals.

Nebraska Extension Weed Management Specialist Amit Jhala explains the concept of planting green and how it can help with early season weed management in soybean.

Figure 1. Stripe rust in a grower’s wheat field in Deuel County on June 12. (Photos by Stephen Wegulo) Stripe rust and leaf rust were observed in Nebraska fields this week this week; however, these diseases are not expected to cause significant yield reductions due to their late arrival in the wheat growing season.

By entering the total purchase amount, down payment amount, annual interest rate (APR), duration in years, and the starting year of the loan, users can quickly and easily review the entire repayment schedule of a new loan. The new web-based calculator allows users to estimate a loan repayment schedule for a new loan and compare different loan terms, such as changes in the amount of the down payment, annual interest rates, or loan length.

UNL's Carlos Urrea has been assisting with ongoing research efforts to develop dry bean resistance to the bruchid beetle — a storage pest of dry beans — for growers in southern Africa.

Though precipitation in June has led to numerous improvements in crop, pasture and drought conditions across the state, there's been no relief from severe dryness in parts of southeastern Nebraska — particularly in Polk and York counties.

Ag finance experts explore Gambler’s Fallacy and the Dunning-Kruger effect in this webinar to give producers a better understanding of how these cognitive biases can impact their decision-making. This new webinar focuses on current market forces and common tendencies of decision-makers as they consider selling this year’s corn crop to improve their skills and strategies in grain marketing.