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Fungicides on Corn
7-31-2008
Our small local airport has spray planes lining up on the tarmac to takeoff like World War II fighter planes on an aircraft carrier. Locally, the constant drone of distance planes can be heard while applying fungicides on corn the past 7-10 days. more>>

Corn Fungicides
7-16-2007
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A Race to the Finish
8-5-2005
We are on the downhill side for corn production for this year. more>>

Planting Update
4-22-2005
Scattered showers and areas of heavy rain have caused corn planting to be sporadic so far in Nebraska. more>>

Cropping Update
4-15-2005
Rain over much of Nebraska has slowed the start of corn planting. more>>

Sprayer Calibration
4-8-2005
Many growers do their own preplant or post emerge herbicide application with their own sprayers. more>>

Planter Checks
4-1-2005
Corn planters will be going to the fields in the next few weeks. more>>

Preplant Scouting
3-25-2005
In the past 7 days, substantial 1-2 inch rains have occurred in areas of Nebraska and other parts of the High Plains. more>>

Cropping Update
3-19-2005
Dry open weather in recent weeks in the western Corn Belt has allowed many growers to finish applying anhydrous ammonia for corn production. more>>

DADS in DC
3-11-2005
DADS in DC is not an organized march in Washington D.C. in support of fatherhood, although that would be a worthy endeavor. more>>

Water and Politics
2-25-2005
The far west and southwest regions of the U.S. have received above average rainfall and snow the past 6 months. more>>

Why Don't You Recommend My Products?
2-18-2005
Crop consultants receive numerous requests from company representatives to have their products recommended to our clients. more>>

Glyphosate Confusions
4-9-2004
At least 40 different brand names of glyphosate are available today. more>>

Preplant Weed Scouting
3-26-2004
The recent warm temperatures have caused rapid greenup of winter annuals and early emergence of spring annual weeds. more>>

Cropping Update
3-19-2004
With the recent increase in grain prices, producers are taking another look at their cropping plan for the 2004 season. more>>

The Road Ahead for Agriculture Producers
3-12-2004
I recently attended a marketing/crop insurance meeting with Dr. Steve Johnson, Iowa State University farm management specialist. more>>

Cranes, Geese and Corn
3-5-2004
It may be a surprise to many across the country, but central Nebraska along the Platte River is one of the most popular birding and wildlife viewing destinations in the United States. more>>

Irrigation Conference
2-20-2004
Irrigated agriculture is an very important component in the western Corn Belt. more>>

Crop Consulting in February
2-13-2004
Many wonder what a crop consultant does in the winter when snow is on the ground, subzero wind chills are prevalent, and soil samples can't be taken effectively. more>>

NAICC Meeting Highlights
1-30-2004
Last week was the annual meeting of the National Alliance of Independent Crop Consultants at New Orleans, LA. more>>

Personal Growth and Evaluation
1-16-2004
I came across some questions that were used by one of our early managers to evaluate personnel. These are good to evaluate ourselves periodically to see how we are developing both personally and professionally as crop consultants. more>>

Liming Soils
1-9-2004
Much of the High Plains have naturally occurring high pH soils that haven't required liming. more>>

The Sky Isn't Falling
12-19-2003
I read with interest an op-ed column in a major Midwest newspaper this week. more>>

Fertilizer Recommendations
12-12-2003
University of Nebraska extension soil fertility specialists are updating their recommendations for irrigated corn. more>>

Random Thoughts
12-5-2003
Why will a grower apply 10 pounds per acre more N than is recommended in order to "be safe" for the corn crop next year? more>>

Continued Training
11-21-2003
This past week was Servi-Tech's annual staff meeting. more>>

Buckthorn and Soybean Aphids
11-14-2003
Following a summer of soybean aphid buildup in the western Cornbelt, I have been more aware of buckthorn bushes or small trees that are growing in this area of central Nebraska. more>>

Harvest Update
11-7-2003
Wet conditions the past 7 days have stalled the remaining corn harvest in Nebraska. more>>

Phosphorous Tests
10-31-2003
Soil testing laboratories run various tests to check for phosphorous. more>>

Educating Kids
10-24-2003
I had the opportunity to participate in a FarmLife seminar on a local grower's field this past week. more>>

Drought Continues
10-10-2003
Rains in September in parts of Nebraska brought much needed moisture. more>>

Choosing Corn Hybrids
10-3-2003
Attending corn hybrid and soybean variety plot tours in the fall is an activity done by most crop consultants. more>>

Beginning Harvest
9-26-2003
This past week soybean harvest has started in the central High Plains. more>>

Rest and Relaxation
9-19-2003
Irrigation wells are basically shut down and the summer crops are waiting to be harvested. more>>

Crop Conditions
9-12-2003
Recent rains the past 48 hours in parts of Nebraska have lifted the spirits of growers. more>>

Forage Testing
9-5-2003
Another drought stricken summer has created forage that was moisture stress on many non-irrigated or limited irrigated areas in the west. more>>

Late Season Observations
8-29-2003
Using Roundup Ready soybeans doesn't guarantee 100% season long weed control. more>>

Last Irrigations
8-22-2003
In the next few weeks, many irrigation wells in the High Plains will cease pumping on corn and soybeans. more>>

Corn Leaf Aphids
8-8-2003
Higher than usual numbers of corn leaf aphids are present on corn plants in many cornfields in the west. more>>

Beetles and Borers
8-1-2003
Bean leaf beetles in soybeans and corn borers in corn are being intensively scouted for now in the western Corn Belt. more>>

Checking Irrigation Water Nitrates
7-25-2003
Nitrogen fertilizer costs will be very high this fall. more>>

Drought and Western Bean Cutworm
7-18-2003
High temperatures and little to no rainfall are rapidly causing the non-irrigated corn to deteriorate in many areas of the western cornbelt. more>>

Storm Damaged Crops
7-11-2003
Row crops have taken a beating from the weather the last few weeks in areas of the High Plains. more>>

Legume Nodulation
6-27-2003
Now is the time to be checking the root systems of the young soybean plants to insure that nodulation is occurring on the developing root systems. more>>

Modified Ridge-Till
6-13-2003
In recent years, more growers have moved away from routine cultivation under row crops under center pivot irrigated fields. more>>

Staging Corn Plants
6-6-2003
Not all agriculturists are on the same page when determining the stage of development of a corn plant. more>>

Random Thoughts
5-30-2003
I made several trips across central Nebraska through north-central and southwest Kansas the past 10 days. more>>

Herbicide Additives
5-23-2003
Post emerge herbicide applications are being applied now. more>>

Good Advice
5-16-2003
I will lay off the agronomic advice for this week. more>>

Wet Conditions on the Plains
5-9-2003
After drought conditions the past 12 months, many areas in the western Corn Belt and High Plains are now experiencing too much moisture to finish planting row crops. more>>

Organic Crop Production
4-25-2003
According to USDA, the organic markets continue to grow. More producers are devoting fields to grow certified organic crops. more>>

Burndown Herbicides
4-18-2003
Once again, the importance of properly timed burndown herbicides will be seen on some no-till and ridge-till fields. more>>

Last Minute Planting Preparations
4-11-2003
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Consultants' View: Soybean Expansion
1-19-2001
More soybean acres are being planned for 2001 in the cornbelt. more>>

Consultants' View: Pesticide Programs
1-12-2001
Producers and consultants should remember the legal rates of pesticide application. more>>

Consultants' View: Northwest Kansas Update
1-5-2001
Despite hard times, producers' attitudes are good. more>>

Wireworms-The Unplanned Pest
1-2-2001
Unplanned wireworm populations can cause serious damage to corn seedlings. more>>

Consultants' View: Highly Productive Agriculture
12-29-2000
Production developments have allowed conservation of land and natural habitats. more>>

Consultants' View: Budget Your Expenses
12-22-2000
Producers must budget their expenses as the cost of pesticide, fertilizer and energy rises. more>>

Consultants' View: Economical Weed Control
12-15-2000
Two-application herbicide program is an effective control method. more>>

Consultant Sees High Levels of Nitrates
12-8-2000
Due to a dry summer, high nitrate levels are found in soil and feed samples. more>>

Consultant's View:
12-1-2000
Winter brings more relaxed schedules for some crop consultants. more>>

New Crop Varieties
11-27-2000
How do you decide which crop varieties should be planted in 2001? more>>

Consultants Continue Education
11-17-2000
Servi-Tech training sessions address a wide range of crop consulting topics. more>>

Consulting the Issues for Fall
11-10-2000
Fall fertilization, soil sampling and winter weed control are issues growers must address. more>>

Wireworms-The Unplanned Pest
1-1-2000
Unplanned wireworm populations can cause serious damage to corn seedlings. more>>

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