As we close the books on 2025, the tone is a little more reflective than usual. Soybeans came through solid, but corn never had a fair shot. This year reminded us just how unpredictable farming can be — and how important it is to stay consistent.

Tar Spot has been confirmed in at least 14 Nebraska counties, and more confirmations are expected soon. The instinct might be to spray early — but spraying too soon often leads to needing a second pass. Our best strategy? Stick with the plan: spray at tassel.

We’re staying on top of stripe rust in wheat this week with a unique trial in York County. Disease pressure has been building, and we had a good weather window to get in and make a targeted application.