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Editor's note: The Organic Grain Production workshop article published on Oct. 13 contained errors regarding the date and seminar topics. Please see the corrected versionhere.

Soybean Production

Post-harvest Measurement of Soybean Seed Number and Seed Mass Contributions to Final Seed Yield

Learn more about the process of comparing pre-harvest soybean yield estimates with post-harvest yield outcomes.

Impact of R Stage-timed Single Irrigation Events on Soybean Seed Number and Seed Mass

Results of a three-year study investigating the impact of mitigating water stress during soybean reproductive stages on the two components that comprise yield — seed number and seed mass.

Flooded soybean field in northeast Nebraska — **Figure 1.**收获在fl今年将是具有挑战性的ooded soybean fields in northeast Nebraska. (Photos by Amy Timmerman)

End of Season Flooding Effects on Soybeans, Harvest

October has had a wet start in most of the state, with some areas receiving several inches of rain. Considering potential impact on yield and ability to harvest these fields will be critical in the next few weeks.

Harvest

Harvest and Irrigation Outlook for Fall in Western Nebraska

Harvest updates for sugarbeets, dry edible beans and corn in western Nebraska, and insights on the availability of water in reservoirs for the 2024 growing season.

This Week on N Field: Ear Rots and Storage Considerations

Nebraska Extension Educator Amy Timmerman shares tips on scouting for ear rots during corn harvest and avoiding mold development in bins.

harvested soybeans in a grain trailer — United Soybean Board

The Economics of Corn and Soybean Harvest Moisture

A review of the financial implications of beginning harvest and harvesting through varying moisture levels to help producers determine the optimal time to begin harvest.

Weather

Weekly Weather Update and Outlook: Oct. 12, 2023

Nebraska will have another dip in temperatures this weekend into next week, with many sites from Hastings to the east-central part of the state potentially receiving their first freeze.

Forage Production

Closeup of combine harvesting soybean — While soybean residue can be grazed, it has much lower crude protein levels than soybeans, so producers using soybean residue as feed should also supplement to meet a dry cow's nutrient requirements..

Pasture and Forage Minute: Prussic Acid Following Freeze, Soybean Residue for Forage

Learn more about avoiding prussic acid poisoning in sorghum following a freeze, and why producers should always supplement when feeding soybean residue.

Extension Events

Organic corn field — Nebraska Extension's workshop "Starting an Organic Grain Farming Operation — What You Need to Know" on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 is free to the public with pre-registration.

Organic Grain Production Topic of Nov. 8 Conference

Experts will review vital information for producers interesting in transitioning to organic production of corn, soybeans, wheat, grain sorghum and forage crops.

Cattle grazing pasture — Cattle graze in tall grasses. (Photo by Chabella Guzman)

Grass and Grazing Webinar Series Scheduled in October and November

The webinar series will cover topics of grass species selection, calculating stocking rates, developing grazing plans, understanding insurance as a drought risk management tool, and more.

Nebraska Extension Provides Cover Crop Grazing Conference Nov. 7

This expo will help first-time and experienced farmers looking to fine-tune their grazing management utilizing cover crops as an alternative forage source.

IANR/Extension

Map of foreign land ownership in US by county — This webinar features Dave Aiken, UNL professor and agricultural and water law specialist, and Larry Van Tassell, UNL professor and Center for Agricultural Profitability director. (USDA FSA image)

Webinar: Foreign Investment in the U.S. and Ag Land Ownership Restrictions

Center for Ag Profitability experts examine the current state and implications of foreign investment in agricultural land in the U.S. and Nebraska.

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Dr. Trenton Franz, UNL hydrogeophysics professor, and master's student Tess Morris discuss how cosmic-ray neutron sensors measure soil moisture and the benefits of using them for irrigation decisions.

Farm Management

Young farm couple talking in field — Estate planning goes beyond creating a will and assigning beneficiaries to inherit land after a death — it's also important for farmers and ranchers to consider what medical care they want to receive if a debilitating illness or accident leaves them unable to make decisions.

Are You a Farmer or Rancher Over 18? It’s Time for an Estate Plan

Often, the risk of failure for a farm caused by the unexpected death or disability of a young person is much greater than the loss of an older member. In this article, learn more about the key components of creating an estate plan for young producers.

Crop Reports & AgNews

Corn field at harvest — Historical crop progress data for Nebraska is available atUSDA.

Crop Progress: Conditions Decline Slightly, Winter Wheat Planting Nears End

Crop conditions and soil moisture supplies in Nebraska decreased slightly from last week. Harvest progress stayed on track, with soybeans and dry beans over 50% finished.

Field of sorghum — Historical crop production reports for Nebraska are available atUSDA.

Nebraska Crop Production Report for October 2023

Although estimates have decreased since September, sorghum continues to lead Nebraska's crop production forecasts at a 153% increase from last year.

In Case You Missed It...

Harvester in soybean field — 结合校准是一个关键tep for keeping grain losses at acceptable levels.

How to Estimate Harvest Losses in Soybean and Corn Fields

Knowing where grain losses occur is key to keeping them as low as possible — in this article, extension educators review how to calculate pre-harvest and at-harvest grain losses to determine the source.

It’s the Season for Controlling Soybean Cyst Nematode

Soybean cyst nematode can cause up to 30% yield loss with no significant aboveground symptoms, making soil sampling at the end of soybean season a critical part of managing this crop pest.