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Can Superabsorbent Polymers Buffer Soybean Against Drought?

Water is the first thing that limits a soybean crop in Nebraska, whether you farm dryland or irrigate. So when a product promises to hold more water in the root zone and carry the crop through dry stretches, it’s worth a hard look. Superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) are soil-applied granules and powders that swell and hold many times their weight in water and have been marketed for exactly that job.

Tuesday July 28, 2026

Lagoon Water Levels, Are They Important?

One of the most common wastewater questions during the summer months, and definitely during times of drought is about the water level in lagoons. Many say the water level stays at only about 2 feet or even less and ask if that’s a problem, and if so, how do they keep the water level higher?