Jenny Rees - Extension Educator

Jennifer Rees

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Exten Educator NE Ext Engagement Zone 7 University of Nebraska–Lincoln

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2345 Nebraska Ave York NE 68467-1104

Work 402-362-5508

jenny.rees@unl.edu

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Twitter: @jenreesources
Blog: JenReesources Extension Blog

2022 Corn Yield Forecasts: Approach and Interpretation of Results

July 6, 2022

The Yield Forecasting Center (YFC) will provide real-time information on corn phenology and forecasts of corn yield potential to aid growers and ag industry in making management, logistics and marketing decisions through the 2022 season.

Weed Management in Storm-damaged Soybean

June 30, 2022

If considering post-emergence herbicide as an option for weed control in storm-damaged soybean, it's important to check the maximum amount of active ingredient that can be applied to avoid crop injury.

Frost damaged soybeans — Heavy residue area with frost-damaged soybean plants. Several rows impacted like this make replant decisions more difficult as often what is seen is the entire length of the field isn’t impacted, just areas of several rows with heavier residue. At first glance, these plants may all seem dead, but it’s been interesting to see what may be surviving when the residue is pulled back. (Photo by Jenny Rees)

Assessing Plant Recovery and Replant Considerations

May 27, 2022

Nebraska Extension recommendations on evaluating fields that were affected by crusting, hail, wind and frost damage this past week in order to make plant recovery or replant decisions.

Makovicka family — (From left) Ron, Justin, Oliver and Brad Makovicka.

Farmer Focus: Growers Evaluate Xyway™ LFR® Fungicide as an Alternative to Aerial Applications

May 25, 2022

Results of eight Nebraska on-farm research trials on using Xyway™ LFR® as an alternative to mid-season foliar fungicide applications, particularly where aerial applications are restricted or infeasible.

Fire Damage and Crop Residue Impacts

April 22, 2022

Extension Educator Jenny Rees shares insights on the nutrient value of crop residue and soil impacts following fires and dry conditions across the state of Nebraska.

Considerations for Planting into Dry Conditions

April 12, 2024

As planting is critical for everything else that happens during the growing season, the dry conditions have led to a variety of questions this spring regarding soil conditions, planting depth, irrigation and herbicides.

Meet Katy Moore, Nebraska CropWatch Editor

December 15, 2021

Getting to know CropWatch's editor, Katy Moore, and what it's like to work behind the scenes for one of Nebraska Extension's main sources of crop and pest news.

Baled cornstalks — Cornstalk residue with downed ears baled and ready to use. (CropWatch file photo by Jenny Rees)

Valuing Cornstalk Bales

November 30, 2021

Baling corn residue might be a good option for additional roughage this year, but it's important to first calculate the value of cornstalk bales.

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