Industry News | 10-05-2026

Record El Niño Behind Historic Rains Stalling Harvest Across the U.S.
Record rain from a historic El Niño has stalled harvest from Nebraska to Ohio. Nutrien’s Eric Snodgrass explains what it means for yield, when a harvest window may open and what to expect this winter.
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Corn Sprouting on the Ear? Scout Before Setting Harvest Order
After a wet September, check affected fields for sprouted kernels, mold, and downed corn before combines roll.
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Nebraska Extension Series to Help Cattle Producers Evaluate Feed Options Amid Drought, Higher Hay Prices
With drought conditions affecting forage availability and higher hay prices increasing winter feeding costs, Nebraska Extension will offer its Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow webinar series this fall to help cattle producers evaluate feed options and make informed nutrition decisions.
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Fighting Red Crown Rot in Soybeans
An emerging soybean disease is threatening severe localized yield losses as it appears in more Midwestern states. Researchers say early detection and sound management practices are the best defenses against the relatively new foe.
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Numerous States Jumping in to Offer Farmers Relief from Diesel Prices
Diesel prices have surged heading into harvest, adding thousands of dollars to fuel bills for some U.S. farmers and prompting states to offer temporary relief.
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