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Golden hay bales scattered across expansive fields. (iStock-#2188805605 │ edb3_16)
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How to test hay and forage for nitrate levels using test strips

Nitrate test strips provide a quick, low-cost way to screen hay and forage for potential nitrate concerns. Read More

Oklahoma Wheat Commission
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Oklahoma wheat crop update: June 9, 2026

Southwest Kansas farmers are among those waiting for wheat harvest to begin. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
Central Region, Crops, Kansas, Wheat

Day 1: Kansas wheat harvest report

The field is blooming alfalfa. (Adobe Stock-#278624616 │ orestligetka)

Scheduling first cutting

  • May 19, 2026
  • By Ben Beckman │ University of Nebraska Extension
Dry grass texture showing dehydration and damage during drought, needing water and care. (iStock │ #2216969856 - Adil bouimama)

Why is my lawn turning brown?

  • August 9, 2025
  • By Taun Beddes │ Utah State University Extension
Sorghum production takes quality seed and having a good plan for the planting and growing season. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Right mindset can help sorghum producers

  • January 24, 2025
  • By dave-bergmeier

Golden opportunities for GMO wheat on the horizon

  • October 25, 2024
  • By Lacey Vilhauer
Photo courtesy of U.S. Wheat Associates.

Wheat crop deteriorates due to lack of moisture

  • May 7, 2024
  • By Marsha Boswell │ Kansas Wheat

The early life of a sorghum plant

  • May 26, 2021
  • By Brent Bean

Sorghum and stalk lodging

  • February 22, 2021
  • By Brent Bean

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