| State Climatologist Al Dutcher's Weekly Weather & Climate Report |
06/26/09
Nebraska had its first good dose of hot, humid weather this past week. Al Dutcher, University of Nebraska-Lincoln State Climatologist, says cooler temperatures will prevail for the next few days. But, the forecast for the first full week of July says, you guessed it, more rain.
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March 26, 2003, (IANR News)
Avoid Grazing Severely Damaged, Drought-Stricken Pastures
LINCOLN, Neb. — Some pastures are in such bad shape that they shouldn't be grazed this summer, University of Nebraska rangeland and forage specialists say. On others, careful grazing management will be critical.
MoreMarch 7, 2003, (IANR News)
Calving Season Is Going Well Despite Drought
LINCOLN, Neb. — Despite drought in most areas of Nebraska, calving season is going well across much of the state, University of Nebraska beef specialists say.
MoreMarch 7, 2003, (Crop Watch Newsletter)
Assessing Winter Wheat Stands, Potential Yields
With limited soil moisture and precipitation from winter snows, producers may want to assess potential yields from their wheat stands to plan for this cropping season. Dry conditions are expected to contribute to crown and root disease as alternating freezing and thawing diminishes plant health and stands, which can decrease yields.
MoreMarch 7, 2003, (Crop Watch Newsletter)
Adjust Fertilizer Plans for Soil Conditions
With subsoil moisture significantly below normal across much of Nebraska this spring, producers should carefully consider their fertilization plans for the coming growing season. Fertilizer rates, sources and application methods all can be potentially influenced by dry conditions.
MoreMarch 7, 2003, (Crop Watch Newsletter)
Emergency Tillage May be Required to Stop Wind Erosion
Drought conditions in western Nebraska have resulted in weakened winter wheat stands that are prone to damage from blowing soil. Emergency tillage can create a rough, ridged, cloddy surface that will reduce wind velocity at the soil surface and trap windblown soil particles.
MoreMarch 7, 2003, (Crop Watch Newsletter)
State Offers Hay and Forage Hotline
The Nebraska Department of Agriculture is giving a new name to an established resource.The Hay Hotline will now be known as the Hay and Forage Hotline to reflect that all types of forage can be listed on the database, from hay, alfalfa, pasture, bailed cornstalks and other sources.
MoreMarch 6, 2003, (IANR News)
Missouri River Reservoirs Could Sink to Record Lows
LINCOLN, Neb. — The amount of water stored in reservoirs along the Missouri River from Montana to Nebraska could drop to record lows this year as water reaching them from snow melt and rain is predicted to be about three-quarters of normal levels.
MoreMarch 4, 2003, (IANR News)
Farmers Should Visit with Crop Insurance Agent for 2003 Decisions
LINCOLN, Neb. — This year's drought will make choosing the right crop insurance coverage difficult. In this extremely dry year, farmers need to visit with their insurance agent soon. The deadline to buy crop insurance for 2003 spring-planted crops is March 15.
MoreFebruary 24, 2003, (IANR News)
NU Projects Seek to Help Ag Producers Manage Drought, Other Risks
LINCOLN, Neb. — A series of interdisciplinary University of Nebraska research projects now under way aims to help agricultural producers better manage risk in their operations.
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February 24, 2003, (IANR News)
Drought Mitigation Workshops Scheduled at Five Sites in Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. — The University of Nebraska will conduct five workshops titled "Drought Risks and Mitigation on the Agricultural Landscape."
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