Jenny Rees

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Rainfed corn yield prediction map

2024 Corn Yield Forecasts as of July 23

July 24, 2024
Most irrigated corn sites in the Corn Belt are on track for near-average yields this year. However, above-average yields are anticipated in rainfed corn sites in southern and eastern Nebraska, and eastern Kansas and Missouri. 

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Early Season Interseeded Cover Crops in Corn and the Impact of Residual Herbicides

July 24, 2024
Results of a UNL-Bayer collaborative study that evaluated cover crop biomass production at different early season interseeding timings in corn and the impact of residual herbicide programs on cover crop establishment.

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Solar panels in front of corn field
Visit the CropWatch YouTube channel for resources on bioenergy systems, including presentations on cost analysis, economics, lease considerations and more.

Hands-on Solar Design and Installation Workshop Set for Aug. 15-16

July 23, 2024
Open to the public, the workshop will cover basic solar design, installation and economic analysis of grid-connected behind the meter solar PV systems.

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Dry bean field on cloudy day
A dry bean field north of Scottsbluff, Nebraska. (Photo by Chabella Guzman)

Bean Growers Day in Grant Scheduled for August

July 23, 2024
A new Nebraska Extension event, Bean Growers Day will focus on sharing research and industry updates on various dry bean production topics, including management of weeds, pests, irrigation and soil fertility.

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Corn field during summer
A corn field in August before harvest. (Photo by Chabella Guzman)

Determining a ‘Good’ Price for New Crop Corn

July 23, 2024
Consider these factors when creating a grain marketing plan for 2024.

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Concrete ditch filled with water and siphon tubes near field
Figure 1.Irrigation ditches lined with concrete. (Photo by Gary Stone)

Siphon Tubes: Setting Water to Grow Crops in Western Nebraska

July 23, 2024
A new water research series from Nebraska Extension, this article focuses on the history, construction and use of siphon tubes for crop irrigation.

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Men and women look at soybean plant near field
Attendees gather in the field for discussion during the 2023 Soybean Management Field Days in Dewitt. (Department of Agronomy and Horticulture photo)

New Format for Nebraska Soybean Management Field Days

July 23, 2024
New in 2024, three of the four Soybean Management Field Days will be hosted during evening hours at sites across eastern and central Nebraska.

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Offered since 2019, Land Management Quarterly addresses common management issues for Nebraska landowners, agricultural operators, and related stakeholders interested in the latest insight on trends in real estate, managing agricultural land, and solutions for addressing challenges in the upcoming growing season. (Real Ag Stock photo)

Ag Land Management Webinar to Offer Latest on Cash Rents, Lease Arrangements for 2024

July 23, 2024
The August webinar will cover recent findings from the 2024 Nebraska Farm Real Estate Report and conclude with a live "Ask the Experts" session.

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