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2009 Guide to Weed Management in Nebraska, EC130
Research results and recommendations on weed management in Nebraska crop production (PDF format). A print edition of this 204-page Extension circular is available at Nebraska extension offices or can be ordered.

A Quick Test for Herbicide Caryover in the Soil, G1891
How can you tell if you have herbicide caryover in your fields? Plants grown in soil samples can tell.

Annual Broadleaf Weed Control in Winter Wheat, G1241
This NebGuide discusses preventive, cultural and chemical weed control in winter wheat. The best weed control is obtained by using a combination of these methods.

Biology and Management of Common Lambsquarters, GWC11
Available from UNL and part of The Glyphosate, Weeds and Crop Series, this publication addresses identification, distribution, emergence, lifestages, increased prevalence, herbicide tolerance and control of common lambsquarters. This publication is also available for downloading from the Purdue University Extension Web site.

Biology and Management of Giant Ragweed, GWC12
Available from UNL and part of The Glyphosate, Weeds and Crop Series published by Purdue University, this publication addresses identification, competition, areas of increased prevalence and management strategies for control of giant ragweed. This publication is available from county offices or can be downloaded from the Purdue University Extension Web site.

Biology and Management of Horseweed, GWC9
This publication, part of The Glyphosate, Weeds and Crop Series, addresses identification, distribution, emergence, lifestages, increased prevalence, herbicide tolerance and control of horseweed. This publication is also available for downloading from the Purdue University Extension Web site.

Biology and Management of Waterhemp, GWC13
Available from UNL and part of The Glyphosate, Weeds and Crop Series, this publication addresses identification, emergence pattern, biology and control of waterhemp. This publication is also available for downloading from the Purdue University Extension Web site.

Biology and Management of Wild Buckwheat, GWC10
Available from UNL and part of The Glyphosate, Weeds and Crop Series, this publication addresses identification, distribution, emergence, lifestages, increased prevalence, herbicide tolerance and control of wild buckwheat. This publication is also available for downloading from the Purdue University Extension Web site.

Blue Mustard Control, G1272
Blue mustard is a troublesome weed in winter wheat and alfalfa in central and western Nebraska. This NebGuide discusses methods of control.

Controlling Jointed Goatgrass, G1252
This NebGuide covers identification and cultural and chemical control of jointed goatgrass in winter wheat.

Corn and Soybean Herbicide Chart, GWC3
Available from UNL and part of The Glyphosate, Weeds and Crop Series, published by Purdue University, this chart groups herbicides by their modes of action to help producers select herbicides to delay the development of herbicide resistance.

Cultural Practices to Improve Weed Control in Winter Wheat, G1389
How cultural practices influence weeds in winter wheat, including discussions on crop rotation, fallow weed control, seedbed preparation, variety selection, various planting practices, soil fertility and in-crop weed control.

Downy Brome Control, G422
Description and control of downy brome in wheat, alfalfa, and rangeland.

Facts About Glyphosate-Resistant Weeds, GWC1
Available from UNL and part of The Glyphosate, Weeds and Crop Series, this publication addresses identification, distribution, emergence, lifestages, increased prevalence, herbicide tolerance and control of wild buckwheat. This publication is also available for downloading from the Purdue University Extension Web site.

Noxious Weeds of Nebraska: Canada Thistle, EC171
Biology, identification, distribution and control of Canada thistle, including illustrated growth cycle and photos to aid in plant and pest identification. This is one of seven noxious weeds for which Nebraska law mandates control. This publication is available online or printed copies are available free from local Extension offices.

Noxious Weeds of Nebraska: Musk Thistle, EC176
Biology, identification, distribution and control of musk thistle, including an illustrated life cycle and photos to aid in plant and pest identification. This is one of seven noxious weeds for which Nebraska law mandates control. This publication is available online or printed copies are available free from local Extension offices.

Noxious Weeds of Nebraska: Plumeless Thistle, EC172
Biology, identification, distribution and control of plumeless thistle, including illustrated growth cycle and photos to aid in plant and pest identification. This is one of seven noxious weeds for which Nebraska law mandates control. This publication is available online or printed copies are available free from local Extension offices.

Noxious Weeds of Nebraska: Purple Loosestrife, EC177
Biology, identification, distribution and control of purple loosestrife, including illustrated growth cycle and photos to aid in plant and pest identification. This is one of seven noxious weeds for which Nebraska law mandates control. This publication is available online or printed copies are available free from local Extension offices.

Noxious Weeds of Nebraska: Saltcedar, EC164
Biology, identification, distribution and control of saltcedar, including an illustrated life cycle and photos to aid in plant and pest identification. This is one of seven noxious weeds for which Nebraska law mandates control. This publication is available online or printed copies are available free from local Extension offices.

Noxious Weeds of Nebraska: Spotted and Diffuse Knapweed, EC173
Biology, identification, distribution and control of spotted and diffuse knapweed, including an illustrated life cycle and photos to aid in plant and pest identification. This is one of seven noxious weeds for which Nebraska law mandates control. This publication is available online or printed copies are available free from local Extension offices.

Noxious Weeds of Nebraska: Common Reed (Phragmites), EC166
Biology, identification, distribution and control of common reed, including illustrated growth cycle and photos to aid in plant and pest identification. This is one of eight noxious weeds for which Nebraska law mandates control. This publication is available online or printed copies are available free from local Extension offices.

Noxious Weeds of Nebraska: Leafy Spurge, EC174
Biology, identification, distribution and control of leafy spurge, including an illustrated life cycle and photos to aid in plant and pest identification. This is one of seven noxious weeds for which Nebraska law mandates control. This publication is available online or printed copies are available free from local Extension offices.

Rye Control in Winter Wheat, G1483
Volunteer rye is a problem that affects winter wheat yield, quality and grade and may result in dockage. Control methods are discussed in this NebGuide.

Understanding Glyphosate to Increase Performance, GWC2
Available from UNL and part of The Glyphosate, Weeds and Crop Series, this publication addresses recommendations for increasing performance of various glyphosate products. This publication is also available for downloading from the Purdue University Extension Web site.

Use of Herbicide Tolerant Crops as a Component of an Integrated Weed Management Program, G1484
This NebGuide provides general guidelines for using herbicide tolerant crops in an integrated weed management program to ensure the long-term viability and profitability of this technology while protecting natural resources.

Weed Control on CRP Acres, G1900
Establishing perennial grasses on former cropland presents a challenge. Weed control can be accomplished with herbicides, tillage, burning, mowing, and crop competition. The key to weed control is timeliness

Weed Management in Rainfed Cropping Systems, G1577
Weed management recommendations for the four phases of a three-year summer-fallow cropping system.