60 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ en-us Cropwatch Audio News Lisa Jasa ljasa1@unl.edu clean University of Nebraska-Lincoln Cropwatch Audio News Timely, research based crop production and pest management information from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Extension specialists and educators from across the state contribute weekly articles on a variety of topics including planting, pest management, irrigation, fertilizers, farm management, and grain storage. Topics also cover identifying and managing weeds, diseases, and insects found in Nebraska crops. See the CropWatch News website for more stories and online tools for growers. Tapan Pathak, Climate Variability Extension Educator UNL CropWatch This year fall freeze occurred earlier than normal for most locations in eastern Nebraska. However, western Nebraska, and the Panhandle in particular, experienced its first fall freeze up to ten days later than normal. An extension educator gives more details. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/102612/FallFreeze.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 26 Oct 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:10 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought UNL CropWatch UNL CropWatch Nebraska, like many parts of the western Corn Belt, is experiencing one of the most severe droughts in decades. Soil moisture storage throughout the rooting depth was largely depleted by the end of the growing season, particularly in dryland fields. Extension experts explain why soil water recharge during the coming winter and spring will be critical to setting plant population for next year’s corn in dryland systems. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/102612/SeedingRate.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 26 Oct 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:27 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Robert Klein, Extension Western Nebraska Crops Specialist; Karen DeBoer, Extension Educator, Kimball, Banner and Cheyenne Counties UNL CropWatch This fall winter wheat fields may not have sufficient stands for profitable production due to the lack of soil moisture or damage from high winds that swept across the state on October 18. Two Extension experts suggest ways to compensate for the damage. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/102612/WheatStands.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 26 Oct 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:23 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Paul Jasa, Extension Engineer UNL CropWatch With this year’s drought conditions there is less residue than normal in many fields. Without residue to absorb the energy of raindrop impact and keep wind off the soil surface, soil erosion will be greater and surface crusting could be a problem. An Extension engineer describes how cover crops can be a benefit under these conditions. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/100512/CoverCrops100512.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 5 Oct 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:03:05 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Roger Wilson, Farm Management/Enterprise Budget Analyst UNL CropWatch How much rent should a corn producer get for allowing animals to graze the crop residue? There is no single number that works in all situations. An Extension expert explains how to evaluate the price of grazing. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/100512/CowQLator.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 5 Oct 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:54 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Tom Dorn, Extension Educator UNL CropWatch If mycotoxins are suspected in corn, grain depths in large bins may need to be adjusted to facilitate quick drying. Tom Dorn, Extension educator in Lancaster County, explains what to do. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/091412/Grainbins091412.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 17 Sep 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:31 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Bruce Anderson, Extension Forage Specialist UNL CropWatch Timing is everything, particularly with thistle control. Now through early November is one of the best times to use herbicides for thistle control. An Extension specialist offers suggestions for effective treatments. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/092812/ThistleControl.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:18 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Steve Young, Extension weed ecologist UNL CropWatch With drought conditions gripping the state and livestock producers sorely in need of feed, producers may be tempted to buy low quality hay. However, spending less now may cost more in the long run, if the hay comes with noxious or invasive weeds or insect problems that would be new to your fields. Learn what to ask and watch for when buying hay from a new source this year. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/092812/HayPests.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 28 Sep 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:41 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Bo Liu, Robert Klein, Brian Strauch UNL CropWatch Alternaria leaf spot has been found in Red Willow County. The fungus is usually a secondary invader following mechanical injury, insect damage or another disease. Three extension experts discuss symptoms and treatment. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/091412/alternaria091412.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 17 Sep 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:41 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Patricio Grassini, Jenny Rees, Haishun Yang, Kenneth G. Gassman UNL CropWatch According Hybrid-Maize Model simulations, 2012 irrigated corn yields will be moderately lower than long-term averages, while dryland corn yield potential in much of the Corn Belt will be moderately to severely reduced. Four experts explain simulation results. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/091412/Predictions091412.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 17 Sep 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:41 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Tom Dorn, Extension Educator UNL CropWatch As most rain-fed corn producers are aware, this year’s hot, dry conditions have resulted in lower yields with moderately lower test rates. They have also brought concerns about potential mycotoxin contamination in the grain. Extension Educator Tom Dorn offers methods to prevent and treat contamination. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/090712/GrainStorage.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 07 Sep 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:08 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, soybean, drought Jeff Bradshaw, Extension Entomologist; Bob Wright, Extension Entomologist UNL CropWatch Grasshoppers that are now surrounding wheat planting beds may threaten seedlings as they emerge. Extension entomologists offer tips on how to manage the threat. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/090712/Wheat090712.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 07 Sep 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:25 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, grasshopper, wheat Tamra Jackson-Ziems, UNL Extension Plant Pathologist; Kevin Korus, Director, Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic UNL CropWatch As harvest continues this week, questions have been raised about unusual amounts of “black dust” following the combine, particularly in non-irrigated fields. Two Extension experts describe the signs and effects of the fungus. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/090712/BlackDust.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 07 Sep 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:32 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, corn, harvest, fungi, drought Michael Rethwisch, UNL Extension Educator, Butler County UNL CropWatch Two species of aphids are being encountered in alfalfa this summer: the spotted alfalfa aphid and the cowpea aphid. While not usually major pests in Nebraska alfalfa, they are favored by this year’s hot, dry conditions, so their numbers may be higher. UNL extension educator Michael Rethwisch recommends monitoring populations and suggests treatment thresholds. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081512/Alfalfa_081512.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 15 Aug 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:03:33 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, alfalfa, aphid Bob Wright, UNL Extension Entomologist UNL CropWatch Soybean stem borer larvae are feeding on soybean in south central Nebraska. UNL Extension entomologist Bob Wright says control measures aren’t necessary at this time, but he recommends that farmers monitor their fields because high populations can make harvest difficult. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081512/Borer_081512.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 15 Aug 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:05 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, soybean, borer Bruce Anderson, UNL Extension Forage Specialist UNL CropWatch This year many dryland producers may be looking to turn their drought-damaged crops to silage or hay for livestock feed. UNL Extension forage specialist Bruce Anderson explains how to use a microwave to determine the moisture content of forage, an important aspect of successful baling or making silage. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081512/Microwave.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 15 Aug 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:58 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, microwave, forage, cattle, beef, drought Sources: Stevan Knezevic (main), Liz Sarno, Randy Fendrich, Mike Ostry; Writer: Jaclyn Tan, IANR Student Newswriter UNL CropWatch Weed control is the number one problem for organic farmers, who cannot use conventional chemical herbicides and must instead rely on alternative methods such as hand weeding and cultivation. Increasing interest in organic food production has led to renewed interest in an alternative method for weed control: flame weeding, also known as flaming. UNL Extension weeds specialist Stevan Knezevic explains how flaming works. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081512/Flame_Weeding.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 15 Aug 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:03:12 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska, flame, weeding, organic, herbicide Tim Shaver, Nutrient Management Specialist; Aaron Stalker, Beef Cattle Nutrition Specialist; Simon van Donk, Water Resources and Irrigation Specialist UNL CropWatch Although corn residue removal through grazing or baling is already widely practiced in Nebraska, the recent drought has many producers considering it for the first time. Extreme drought conditions in Nebraska have led to a shortage of forage and pasture for beef production and increasing need for corn stalks as cattle feed this fall. UNL specialists discuss how farmers can decide whether to remove corn residue and how much to remove through grazing and baling. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/080212/Grazing_Baling.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 02 Aug 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:04:03 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jeff Bradshaw, Extension Entomologist, Panhandle REC, Scottsbluff UNL CropWatch Sightings of the beet armyworm have increased in the last two weeks. UNL extension entomologist Jeff Bradshaw noticed larvae in sugarbeet at the Mitchell Research Station in early July. But recently, he’s received reports of complete defoliation of large pivot sections of sugarbeet in Colorado and Nebraska. Bradshaw gives producers some tips on how to identify, scout and manage beet armyworms. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/080212/Beet_Armyworm.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 02 Aug 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:03:37 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jeff Bradshaw, Extension Entomology Specialist, Panhandle REC, Scottsbluff and Robert Harveson, Extension Plant Pathologist, Panhandle REC, Scottsbluff UNL CropWatch Large numbers of sunflower head moth have recently been spotted near Scottsbluff and Sidney. While damaging infestations of sunflower head moth are not common in western Nebraska, outbreaks do occur every seven to ten years -- and 2012 conditions seem optimal for an outbreak. UNL Extension entomology specialist Jeff Bradshaw advises growers to scout for these moths and explains how to manage them. Then, UNL Extension plant pathologist Robert Harveson explains briefly how to deal with secondary damage caused by Rhizopus head rot. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/073012/Sunflowers.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Tue, 31 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:03:25 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Al Dutcher, Extension State Climatologist and Kelly Helm Smith, National Drought Mitigation Center, UNL UNL CropWatch Drought conditions continue to intensify in Nebraska and across the United States. UNL Extension state climatologist Al Dutcher and UNL National Drought Mitigation Center’s Kelly Helm Smith offer insight into drought conditions and possible precipitation in the coming weeks. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/073012/Drought_Update.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Tue, 31 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:03:17 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Patricio Grassini, Department of Agronomy and Horticulture; Jenny Rees, UNL Extension Educator; Haishun Yang, Department of Agronomy and Horticulture; Kenneth G Cassman, Department of Agronomy and Horticulture UNL CropWatch Continued hot dry conditions are hitting dryland corn fields across the Corn Belt, with only some seeing relief from precipitation. UNL extension specialists and educators provide this projection of 2012 potential corn yields based on July 15 Hybrid-Maize model simulations. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/072012/Hybrid_Maize_Model_Simulations.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:39 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright, UNL Extension Entomologist UNL CropWatch Growers are reporting corn leaf aphids on corn and greenbugs in sorghum in south central Nebraska, says Jenny Rees, an extension educator in Clay County. UNL Extension entomologist Bob Wright explains how to deal with corn leaf aphids. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/072012/Aphids_In_Corn_And_Sorghum.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:21 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright, UNL Extension Entomologist UNL CropWatch Growers are reporting greenbugs in sorghum and corn leaf aphids on corn in south central Nebraska, says Jenny Rees, an extension educator in Clay County. UNL Extension entomologist Bob Wright explains treatment thresholds and methods for dealing with greenbugs. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/072012/Greenbugs.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:26 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Tamra Jackson-Ziems, Extension Plant Pathologist; Kevin Korus, Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic; Jenny Rees, Extension Educator, Clay County UNL CropWatch Southern rust was confirmed on corn on July 5 in samples from Adams, Clay, Fillmore, Hall and Thayer counties in south central Nebraska, and Burt County in northeast Nebraska. Common rust is also developing in some areas of the state but at low incidence and severity. Find out from three UNL Extension experts how to differentiate these rusts from other diseases and how to treat them. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/072012/Southern_Rust.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:59 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bruce Anderson, Extension Forage Specialist and Tom Dorn, Extension Educator, Lancaster County UNL CropWatch Corn yields may be extremely low in some fields this year because of the drought, hail, wind, heat and other factors. But forage value still remains in low- and no-grain corn, so harvesting for forage may be a good option when harvest costs are high and yield per acre is low. UNL Extension forage specialist Bruce Anderson and Extension educator Tom Dorn explain the economics of salvaging weather-damaged corn for forage. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/072012/Using_Damaged_Corn_As_Forage.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:02:01 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Paul Hay, Extension Educator, Gage County UNL CropWatch Gage County extension educator Paul Hay shares how Nebraska farmers can list their drought-damaged corn for sale on the Nebraska Hay and Forage Hotline, a free service of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/072012/Hay_And_Forage_Hotline.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:14 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Tom Hoegemeyer Professor of Practice, Department of Agronomy & Horticulture UNL CropWatch Corn is entering pollination stage during a period of unusually high temperatures. In this podcast, UNL agronomy and horticulture professor Tom Hoegemeyer talks about how the heat disrupts pollination. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070612/070612_Pollination.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 06 Jul 2012 01:00:00 CDT 00:02:56 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bruce Anderson, Extension Forage Specialist UNL CropWatch This year’s extended heat and dry weather are stressing alfalfa seedlings more than usual. UNL Extension forage specialist Bruce Anderson provides tips on how to reduce stress and competition in the field. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070612/070612_Alfalfa.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 06 Jul 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:01:33 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Tom Hunt, Bob Wright & Keith Jarvi UNL CropWatch Relatively high numbers of stink bugs are being reported in Nebraska corn and soybean. UNL Extension entomologists Tom Hunt and Bob Wright, and Extension educator Keith Jarvi recommend that producers start scouting now because corn and soybean are sensitive to stink bug injury during their reproductive stages. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070612/070612_Stinky.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 06 Jul 2012 01:02:00 CDT 00:02:26 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Chuck Burr, Bill Kranz UNL CropWatch With the early hot and dry start to the season, maximizing center pivot efficiency will be important for farmers to manage input costs. UNL Extension educator Chuck Burr and Extension irrigation specialist Bill Kranz recommend tips to get the most from each irrigation. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070312/Maximizing_Pivot_Efficiency.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 05 Jul 2012 01:02:00 CDT 00:02:26 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Chuck Burr, Bill Kranz UNL CropWatch The recent hot, dry and windy weather has farmers asking how to best water their crops. U-N-L Extension educator Chuck Burr and Extension irrigation specialist Bill Kranz share tips for irrigating in extreme weather conditions. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070312/Irrigation_Tips.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 05 Jul 2012 01:02:00 CDT 00:01:23 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service UNL CropWatch Based on June 1 conditions, Nebraska's 2012 winter wheat crop is forecast at 50.8 million bushels, down 15 percent from the May 1 forecast and down 22 percent from last year’s crop, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Nebraska Field office. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061512/061512_Wheat.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:02:00 CDT 00:01:37 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Tamra Jackson & Kevin Korus UNL CropWatch Goss’s bacterial wilt and blight has now been confirmed in numerous corn samples received from counties in south central and eastern Nebraska. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061512/061512_Wilt.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:01:00 CDT 00:03:33 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Greg Kruger UNL CropWatch Greg Kruger, Cropping Systems Specialist at UNL’sWest Central Center at North Platte says the warm winter and early spring have brought a new twist to Nebraska corn fields, many of which were planted well ahead of normal this year. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061512/061512_Syndrome.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:00:00 CDT 00:04:25 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Extension Educators UNL CropWatch University of Nebraska-Lincoln extension staff report on crop and field conditions in three areas http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/060912/060812_Updates.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 8 Jun 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:04:25 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bruce Anderson UNL CropWatch Alfalfa needs a lot of water to grow, but constant watering may weaken alfalfa and strengthen weeds. UNL Extension forage specialist Bruce Anderson offers a few irrigation tips for healthier alfalfa. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/060412/060412_Irrigation.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 4 Jun 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:02:02 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bruce Anderson UNL CropWatch Wheat stubble can be an excellent seedbed for forages, but planting into it may require a few management adjustments. UNL Extension forage specialist Bruce Anderson provides a few tips to get the forage stands you want. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/060412/060412_Stubble.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 4 Jun 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:01:56 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright UNL CropWatch UNL Extension entomologist Bob Wright finds whorl feeding caterpillars on small corn and recommends ways to deal with the damage http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052512/Caterpillars.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 25 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:01:28 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright UNL CropWatch As rootworm eggs start to hatch this season, UNL Extension entomologist Bob Wright explains how to find, identifyand treat corn rootworm larvae damage in corn fields http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052512/Larvae.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 25 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:02:49 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL CropWatch UNL CropWatch Korus joins UNL http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052512/Korus.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 25 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:01:05 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jenny Rees and Suat Irmak UNL CropWatch In dryland fields, is sorghum still the best option based on crop water use efficiency? http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052512/Sorghum.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 25 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:03:40 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Stephen Wegulo UNL CropWatch Wheat disease development slowed slightly with warm, dry conditions, but still increasing in eastern Nebraska http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052112/Wegulo052112.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 21 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:02:06 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jim Specht and Jenny Rees UNL CropWatch Options for crusted fields from storms http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052112/Crust052112.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 21 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:04:23 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Robert Wright and Lance Meinke UNL CropWatch Rootworm Egg Hatch has Begun in Southeast Nebraska http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052112/Hatch052112.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 21 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:02:17 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL Extension entomologist Bob Wright UNL CropWatch Common stalk borer hatch is underway across much of the state http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/051112/StalkBorers.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 11 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:03:40 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska USDA NASS, Nebraska Field Office UNL CropWatch Nebraska winter wheat crop down 9% from 2011 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/051112/WinterWheat.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 11 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:01:22 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Michael Rethwisch and Stephen Wegulo UNL CropWatch Symptoms of wilt disease in alfalfa have been observed in several southeast Nebraska fields http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/051112/AlfalfaWilt.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 11 May 2012 01:03:00 CDT 00:02:28 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Tamra Jackson and Bob Wright UNL CropWatch A mild winter may lead to increased outbreaks of Stewart's wilt in this year's corn crop http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/050412/StewartsWiltAndFleaBeetleDamage.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 07 May 2012 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:58 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright and Keith Jarvi UNL CropWatch High insect populations can check you offguard and overwhelm Bt or insecticide-treated corn. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/050412/Insects050412.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 04 May 2012 13:03:00 CDT 00:05:24 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jenny Rees and Jim Specht UNL CropWatch UNL research shows increased yield based on planting date http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/042712/042712Beans.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:26 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jeff Bradshaw, UNL Extension entomology specialist UNL CropWatch Aphid populations are increasing in Nebraska, but are still below treatment thresholds. In this week's CropWatch story, Bradshaw discusses what they're seeing in field surveys and what to watch for in the coming months. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/042012/Aphids042012.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:16 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright, UNL Extension entomology specialist UNL CropWatch Miller moths are making their annual comeback earlier than normal this year, and large numbers are likely to be seen in the next couple of weeks. While sometimes irritating, they cause little damage at this stage. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/042012/Millers042012.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:55 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his final irrigation and watermark sensor update for the season http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/090511/Zoubek090711.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 8 Sep 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:16 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors UNL CropWatch With cooler temperatures and increased humidity for the past couple of weeks, the ETgages dropped about an 1 inch in the both the York area and Mead areas! We’ve continued to make decisions about that last irrigation of the season! http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/082911/Zoubek082911.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:13 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Erin Bauer, Clyde Ogg, Pierce Hansen, and Jan Hygnstrom from UNL’s Pesticide Safety Education Program UNL CropWatch Keep you and your family safe by wearing protective equipment and taking precautions when washing clothing worn during pesticide applications. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/082211/Pesticide082611.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:03 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Loren Giesler, Extension Plant Pathologist UNL CropWatch Frogeye leaf spot infections range from minor to severe in eastern Nebraska. If you’re just seeing frogeye in soybeans fields now, treatment is likely not warranted. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/082211/Frogeye082611.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:03 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Hergert, Extension Soils Specialist, Panhandle REC, Scottsbluff UNL CropWatch For CRP areas being planted into winter wheat, UNL strongly recommends soil testing for nitrogen and phosphorus. An additional 40 lb of nitrogen may be needed in these fields to reach yield expectations. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/082211/Wheat082611.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:40 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Tom Hunt, Extension Entomologist at the Haskell Ag Lab UNL CropWatch Soybean aphids are still present but are expected to start declining. Use soybean stage and aphid numbers to help determine whether treatment at this time would be beneficial http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/082211/Aphids082611.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:01:49 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/082211/Zoubek082211.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:35 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Greg Kruger, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Weed Ecologist UNL CropWatch In this segment, Greg Kruger provides helpful weed management information. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/Jenny_Rees/Weed_Management.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:05:41 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jim Specht, University of Nebraska-Lincoln professor of agronomy and horticulture UNL CropWatch In this segment, Jim Specht discusses planting research conducted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/Jenny_Rees/Soybean_Planting.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:06:36 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Keith Glewen, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Educator UNL CropWatch The Soybean Management Field Days are offered by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension and provide producers with valuable information. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/Jenny_Rees/Soybean_Management_Field_Days.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:08 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Loren Giesler, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Plant Pathologist UNL CropWatch Nebraska growers attempt to alleviate crop problems through seed treatments. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/Jenny_Rees/Seed_Treatments.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:05:33 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jenny Rees, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension educator UNL CropWatch The Cropwatch eNewsletter is a useful tool for crop producers in Nebraska. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/Jenny_Rees/Cropwatch_eNewsletter.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 22 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:45 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Drew Lyon and Greg Kruger, Extension Crop Specialists and Gary Hein, Entomologist and Director of the UNL Doctor of Plant Health Program UNL CropWatch Control of weeds and volunteer wheat in recently harvested wheat fields is critical to saving moisture and reducing the threat of plant disease next year. Uncontrolled pre-harvest volunteer wheat virtually assures wheat streak next year. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081511/WheatControl.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:36 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL Extension Entomologists Tom Hunt and Bob Wright and Extension Educator Keith Jarvi UNL CropWatch New to this year’s line-up of soybean pests -- gall midges, a small white to bright orange or red maggot. Found in soybean fields in eastern Nebraska, they are feeding on dead plant tissue and do not appear to be causing new damage. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081511/GallMidge.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:01:10 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL CropWatch UNL CropWatch If scouting and counting hundreds or even thousands of tiny green bugs is getting a little tedious, try a new method and a new app for speed scouting. UNL Extension has released a new app – Aphid Speed Scout -- through the iTunes store http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081511/AphidApp.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:06 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Stephen Baenziger, Professor of Agronomy, Nebraska Wheat Growers Presidential Chair UNL CropWatch Two new UNL wheat varieties – McGill and Robidoux – offer characteristics that make them strong producers. Learn more about these options and where they performed best in field trials http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081511/WheatVarieties.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:24 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for as of August 16, 2011 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/081611/Zoubek081611.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 15 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:48 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for as of August 9, 2011 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/080811/Zoubek080911.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Tue, 09 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:12 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL agronomist Tom Hoegemeyer discusses how high temperatures affect the corn pollination process UNL CropWatch Some corn growers are reporting the results of poor pollination, likely due to high temperatures, particularly nighttime highs, that affect the process. In this CropWatch story, UNL agronomist Tom Hoegemeyer discusses how high temperatures affect the corn pollination process http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/080511/Pollination.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:34 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Agronomy Professors Patricio Grassini and Kenneth Cassman and Extension Educators Jenny Rees and Keith Glewen UNL CropWatch Projections of yield potential for irrigated corn at two sites in central and eastern Nebraska dropped below long-term averages this week, according to a model developed by UNL researchers. The trend was identified for two irrigated fields in Clay and Saunders County using UNL’s Hybrid-Maize tool http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/080511/HybridMaize.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:10 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 9 UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 9 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/080111/Irrigation080111.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:45 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 7 UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 8 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/072911/Zoubek072511.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 25 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:51 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Loren Giesler, Extension Plant Pathologist: Bacterial blight is cropping up in soybeans across Nebraska UNL CropWatch Bacterial blight is cropping up in soybeans across Nebraska. Luckily it’s expected to diminish or disappear with the high temperatures before causing major damage. Learn how to identify and treat it where necessary http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/071811/Blight.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:01:29 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska CropWatch UNL CropWatch If you’re interested in learning more about plant breeding, UNL is offering four mini-courses for working professionals to further their education without having to travel to a traditional classroom. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/071811/Courses.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:01:46 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Aaron Berger, UNL Extension Educator: If you’re considering planting a forage after irrigated winter wheat in the Panhandle, consider the benefits of oats UNL CropWatch With wheat harvest delayed in many areas, summer annuals planted after Aug. 1 could be risky, but oats can provide almost two tons of forage by mid-October with grazing into winter http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/071811/Forage.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:09 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright: UNL entomologists have confirmed the first report of Japanese beetles moving into a Nebraska crop UNL CropWatch UNL entomologists have confirmed the first report of Japanese beetles moving into a Nebraska crop. This defoliating insect prefers landscape shrubs but will feed on corn or soybean and was found in a soybean field south of Crete http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/071811/JapaneseBeetles.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:31 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 7 UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 7 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/072211/Zoubek071711.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 20 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:25 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator, gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 6 UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 6 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/071211/Zoubek6.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:06:05 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Extension Entomologists Robert Wright and Jeff Bradshaw and Extension Educator Keith Jarvi UNL CropWatch Western bean cutworm moths are emerging. Scouting should be underway in corn and should begin soon in western Nebraska dry beans so treatment can be initiated where necessary http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070411/Cutworm.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 8 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:57 Cropwatch, radio, cutworm, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL Extension Educators and Specialists UNL CropWatch Crop and Field updates across Nebraska http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070411/Updates.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 8 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:05:38 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jeff Bradshaw, UNL Extension Entomologist at the Panhandle Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff UNL CropWatch The second grasshopper hatch is well underway in the Panhandle and large enough it could affect crops, particularly new crop wheat to be planted later this summer http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070411/Hatch.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 8 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:01:54 Cropwatch, radio, grasshopper, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Tom Hunt, Extension Entomologist at the Haskell Ag Lab in Concord and Keith Jarvi, Extension educator in Dixon, Dakota, and Thurston counties UNL CropWatch If you haven’t already started scouting for soybean aphids, do. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070411/Aphids.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 8 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:01 Cropwatch, radio, aphid, soybean, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL extension soil scientists Charles Wortmann, Charles Shapiro, and Richard Ferguson UNL CropWatch Research indicates that there may be a yield boost from adding nitrogen at the R3 stage of soybean in high yielding fields http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070411/Yield.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 8 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:05 Cropwatch, radio, nitrogen, soybean, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska CropWatch UNL CropWatch The UNL Extension Plant Pathology team this week released eight new pictorial disease identification guides for corn, dry bean, sugarbeet, and wheat http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070411/Disease.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 8 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:00:30 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek UNL Extension Educator UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 5 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/070411/Zoubek5.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 7 Jul 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:05:30 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bruce Anderson, UNL Extension forage specialist UNL CropWatch Forage may still be an option when replanting after storm and flood damage at this point in the season. Be sure to check the label of any previously applied herbicides when selecting your forage crop http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/062711/Anderson1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 27 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:01:54 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek UNL Extension Educator UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors for week 4 http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/062711/Zoubek4.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Mon, 27 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:30 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Richard B. Ferguson, Extension Soils Specialist UNL CropWatch Nebraska farmers now use about half as much nitrogen as they did in the 1970s to produce a bushel of corn. A review of historical data shows that farmers apply less than 1 lb of nitrogen for every bushel of corn grown. This is largely due to a greater understanding of crop needs and implementation of more efficient practices. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/062011/Ferguson1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:30 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek UNL Extension Educator UNL CropWatch Gary Zoubek gives his weekly update on ET Gages and Watermark Sensors http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/062111/Zoubek3.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Tue, 21 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:04:08 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska IANR News Release IANR Crop water use and irrigation technology will be among the topics presented at the seventh annual West Central Water and Crops Field Day. It will be held June 30 near Brule http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061411/IANR1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:01:28 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jeff Bradshaw and Bob Harveson Panhandle REC Potato growers should be scouting now for the tiny potato psyllids which can cause direct feeding damage as well as spread the disease psyllid yellows http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061411/Psyllid1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:50 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Tamra Jackson and Amy Timmerman UNL CropWatch Nematodes exist in every field. To determine the potential for serious damage from those in your fields, you'll need to take soil samples and have them analyzed by a lab. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061411/Nematode1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:05:15 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator Week 2 ET gage and Watermark Sensor Update http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061411/Zoubek2.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Tue, 14 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:03:09 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Klein & Greg Kruger, UNL Extension Crop Specialists Bob Klein & Greg Kruger, UNL Extension Crop Specialists When assessing a crop after hail or flood damage, consider current damage, potential delayed problems, and yield potential from replanting. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061011/Klein_Kruger1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:42 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Stephen Wegulo, UNL Extension Plant Pathologist Stephen Wegulo, UNL Extension Plant Pathologist Wheat scab has been found in isolated cases from western to eastern Nebraska. Growers should be watching for scab and adjust harvest accordingly. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061011/Wegulo1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:02:00 CDT 00:01:47 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL Extension Specialists and Educators UNL Extension Specialists & Educators UNL Extension specialists & educators recently surveyed the state’s wheat crop and report on insect and disease outbreaks they found. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061011/Survey1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:01:00 CDT 00:01:40 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Sandi Alswager Karstens, IANR News Service Sandi Alswager Karstens, IANR News Service UNL Extension has a new website to help you prepare for and recover from flooding. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061011/Flood1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 10 Jun 2011 13:00:00 CDT 00:01:09 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator Gary Zoubek, UNL Extension Educator UNL Extension Educator Gary Zoubek gives his outline for measuring estimated crop ET, soil sensor readings and irrigation management tips for a few fields located in eastern Nebraska. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/061011/Zoubek1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 9 Jun 2011 13:02:00 CDT 00:00:55 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL Extension Educators UNL Extension Educators Moth activity has been fairly light in east central Nebraska so far. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/060311/Moth_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 3 Jun 2011 13:02:00 CDT 00:00:55 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska UNL Extension Educators UNL Extension Educators After a cold, rainy start to the season, crop growth progressed rapidly this week with the warmer temperatures. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/060311/FieldUpdates_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 3 Jun 2011 13:01:00 CDT 00:01:18 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Stephen Wegulo & Robert Harveson, UNL Plant Pathologists, Dewey Lienemann, Extension Educator Stephen Wegulo & Robert Harveson, UNL Plant Pathologists, Dewey Lienemann, Extension Educator Limited areas of stripe rust have now been identified in the Panhandle and in southeast and south central Nebraska. Growers should be scouting their wheat fields, particularly young fields, to identify any diseases and plan for treatment. Several fungicides have excellent efficacy against rust diseases. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/060311/Wegulo_Harveson_Lienemann_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 3 Jun 2011 13:00:00 CDT 00:02:30 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Loren Giesler, UNL Extension Soybean Pathologist Loren Giesler, UNL Extension Soybean Pathologist Growers should begin scouting soybean fields for seedling diseases and be prepared to determine the extent of damage. In some cases replanting may be warranted. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052711/Giesler_EtAll_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 27 May 2011 13:02:00 CDT 00:02:21 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Gary Zoubek & Aaron Nygren, UNL Extension Educators Gary Zoubek & Aaron Nygren, UNL Extension Educators This is a good time to install ET gages and soil water sensors to help provide the information you need to manage your irrigation more efficiently. Installation is easiest before the crop gets too big. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052711/Zoubek_Nygren_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 27 May 2011 13:01:00 CDT 00:02:16 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Stephen Wegulo, UNL Extension Plant Pathologist Stephen Wegulo, UNL Extension Plant Pathologist Growers should be on the lookout for fusarium head blight, also known as wheat scab, and be prepared to treat. With wheat scab, timing of the fungicide application is critical. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052711/Wegulo_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 27 May 2011 13:00:00 CDT 00:01:56 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Stephen Wegulo, UNL Extension Plant Pathologist & Emmanuel Byamukama, UNL Research Associate Stephen Wegulo, UNL Extension Plant Pathologist & Emmanuel Byamukama, UNL Research Associate Barley yellow dwarf and powdery mildew were widespread in southeast Nebraska, according to a May 18 survey. No rust diseases were observed, although producers should now be scouting for rust, especially given the recent rainy conditions. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052011/Wegulo_Byamukama_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 May 2011 13:05:00 CDT 00:02:07 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Stephen Wegulo, Bob Wright & Jenny Ress, UNL Extension Specialists Stephen Wegulo, Bob Wright & Jenny Ress, UNL Extension Specialists A recent survey of wheat fields in south central and southeast Nebraska found barley yellow dwarf to be widespread, but at low incidence. Fungicides will not affect this disease; however, the aphids that carry it may be controlled. Producers will want to identify the population of aphids present in a field with barley yellow dwarf and then determine whether treatment is warranted. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/052011/Wegulo_Wright_Rees_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 20 May 2011 13:04:00 CDT 00:03:56 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Leslie Johnson, UNL Manure Management Project Coordinator Leslie Johnson, UNL Manure Management Project Coordinator The latest advances in manure management technologies will be demonstrated July 20 at the North American Manure Expo in Norfolk. The event includes demonstrations, educational programs, and industry booths. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/051311/Manure1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 13 May 2011 13:04:00 CDT 00:02:45 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska USDA Wheat & Hay Crop Report USDA Wheat & Hay Crop Report USDA Wheat & Hay Crop Report http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/051311/USDA1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 13 May 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:01:13 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Stephen Wegulo,UNL Extension Plant Pathologist & Jenny Rees, Dewey Lienemann, UNL Extension Educators Stephen Wegulo,UNL Extension Plant Pathologist & Jenny Rees, Dewey Lienemann, UNL Extension Educators A survey of wheat fields this week in southeast and south central Nebraska showed a progression of fungal diseases, but no rust diseases. Treatment of powdery mildew and leaf spot diseases may be warranted to protect the flag leaf. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/051311/Wegulo_Rees_Lienemann1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 13 May 2011 13:02:00 CDT 00:02:09 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Greg Kruger, UNL Extension Cropping Systems Specialist Greg Kruger, UNL Extension Cropping Systems Specialist In some areas of Nebraska corn stands are less than expected and growers are considering replanting. In this week’s CropWatch Extension Crops Specialist Greg Kruger of UNL’s West Central Research and Extension Center talks about what to consider when deciding whether to replant. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/051311/Kruger1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 13 May 2011 13:01:00 CDT 00:02:50 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jeff Bradshaw, UNL Extension Entomologist Jeff Bradshaw, UNL Extension Entomologist The Nebraska Panhandle and much of southern Nebraska should begin seeing the first grasshopper hatch of the season this week. A method for estimating grasshopper density is described and a treatment threshold is included. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/051311/Bradshaw1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Fri, 13 May 2011 13:00:00 CDT 00:02:50 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright, UNL Extension Entomologist & Keith Jarvi Extension Educator Bob Wright, UNL Extension Entomologist & Keith Jarvi Extension Educator Be on the alert for early season corn pests in emerging corn. Cutworms, wireworms and white grubs can cause serious damage, even when treated seed was planted. Early detection is especially important as most cutworm damage occurs within 7 days of plant emergence. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/050511/Wright_Jarvi_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 5 May 2011 13:01:00 CDT 00:04:37 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Drew Lyon, Bob Klein, Greg Kruger, UNL Extension Cropping Systems Specialists Drew Lyon, Bob Klein, Greg Kruger, UNL Extension Cropping Systems Specialists The options for Bt corn hybrids continue to increase. UNL Extension Entomologist Robert Wright discusses two major changes for the current year and how these changes affect resistance management. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/050511/Lyon_Klein_Kruger_1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 5 May 2011 13:00:00 CDT 00:03:36 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Bob Wright, Extension Entomologist Bob Wright, Extension Entomologist The options for Bt corn hybrids continue to increase. UNL Extension Entomologist Robert Wright discusses two major changes for the current year and how these changes affect resistance management. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/042511/Wright1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:38 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jim Specht, UNL Professor Agronomy & Jenny Rees, UNL Extension Educator Jim Specht, UNL Professor Agronomy & Jenny Rees, UNL Extension Educator UNL research shows why it’s important to get soybeans planted early. For optimum soybean yields the southern two-thirds of Nebraska should plant the last week of April and the northern third should plant the first week of May http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/042511/SpechtRees1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:02:00 CDT 00:03:46 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Mark Hinze Extension Educator & Greg Kruger Cropping Systems Specialist Mark Hinze UNL Extension Educator & Greg Kruger UNL Cropping Systems Specialist A recent survey of early planted corn in central Nebraska found that kernels were developing, just at a much slower rate than if soils were warmer. Learn more about the first few weeks of corn development. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/042511/HinzeKruger2.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:01:00 CDT 00:01:22 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Mark Hinze Extension Educator & Greg Kruger Cropping Systems Specialist Mark Hinze Extension Educator & Greg Kruger Cropping Systems Specialist Early planted crops can have the highest yield potential, but they also carry some risk in cool, wet springs like this one. UNL agronomy experts discuss early corn growth and how to determine if you’ve got a problem. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/042511/HinzeKruger1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:00:00 CDT 00:03:52 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jeff Bradshaw, Extension Entomologist Jeff Bradshaw, UNL Extension Entomologist UNL researchers assessing wheat pests in 2010 were concerned by the number of wheat stem sawflies they found in western Nebraska. Extension Entomologist Jeff Bradshaw writes in CropWatch that this summer they'll be surveying fields to document the prevalence of this sawfly and its parasitoids and to determine its threat potential. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/041811/Bradshaw1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 20 Apr 2011 13:03:00 CDT 00:02:30 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Paul Jasa, UNL Extension Engineer Paul Jasa, UNL Extension Engineer In no-till planters need to cut and handle residue, penetrate the soil to the desired seeding depth, establish proper seed-to-soil contact, and close the seed-vee. UNL Extension Engineer Paul Jasa shares eight things you can do to ensure successful no-till planting. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/041811/Jasa1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 20 Apr 2011 13:02:00 CDT 00:04:39 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Jon Bruning, Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning, Nebraska Attorney General A clarification from Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning has put to rest the question of whether farmers need to notify the Diggers Hotline of Nebraska before soil sampling. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/041811/Bruning1.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 20 Apr 2011 13:01:00 CDT 00:01:14 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska Cropwatch Cropwatch After CRP, growing soybean and particularly corn can require changes in your management practices. Growing corn can be more difficult than growing soybean after CRP for several reasons. In addition, corn is likely to require 50 lbs or more of fertilizer. Learn more about what to consider for your post-CRP fields. http://real.unl.edu/podcast/Cropwatch/041811/CRP.mp3 http://cropwatch.unl.edu/ Wed, 20 Apr 2011 13:00:00 CDT 00:01:58 Cropwatch, radio, radio news, Nebraska, Lincoln Extension, UNL, University of Nebraska