AGP Executive Report
Last update: 17 minutes agoCrop Reporting: Nebraska’s September corn-yield estimate was revised from 177 to 182 bushels per acre after a processing error. State corn groups say inaccurate forecasts can affect farmers, markets and local economies, and are calling for safeguards. Specialty Crops: The Nebraska Department of Agriculture received more than $850,000 in federal grants for projects including Japanese beetle and weed management, drought-tolerant peas and a farm sustainability framework. Local Food: Lincoln’s Local Food Challenge more than doubled participation, bringing $694,000 in purchases to 70 regional farmers and suppliers. Soil Health: A national survey co-authored by University of Nebraska–Lincoln researchers found 41% of 367 responding farmers had used biochar, a soil amendment made from waste biomass; the researchers say it may help improve soil water and nutrient conditions.
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