News Category: Agricultural
Agriculture matchup between Cornhuskers, Buffaloes ahead of rival game
As the Nebraska Cornhuskers are set to host the Colorado Buffaloes this weekend, let’s see how the two match up in agriculture. First in farm acres statewide, Nebraska beats out Colorado by 14 million acres. Nebraska boasts over 3.6 million more cattle and 3.2 million more hogs. And no surprise,…
Friday Channel Final Bell with Darin Fessler with Lakefront Futures | 9/6/24
Today's trade saw a downturn, largely influenced by a weak macroeconomic picture. Outside markets played a significant role in dragging grains down, as broader economic concerns overshadowed short-term agricultural trends. Growth remains the central focus, with market participants closely watching for any signs of economic recovery. This week’s BPA (bushels…
Video: How drones are helping farmers manage weeds
In this video, K-State Research and Extension weed management specialist Sarah Lancaster explains how drones are being used to help farmers control weeds in their fields. “One area we are using drones is in spraying crops, but the other that is probably a little more common is for use in scouting…
NSRA Finals preview, Hyannis woman in running to sing anthem at NFR, and MORE! | Nebraska Rodeo Update for September 7
The Nebraska Rodeo Update is a weekly radio program designed to highlight Nebraska rodeo and western events. The program sheds light on the success of Nebraska athletes, rodeos, and cowboy culture in the Cornhusker state. Listen to the update, or read highlights from the program below! Program Overview: 2024 NSRA…
Silage chopping: “Best feed we’ve seen since 2019” | Fridays in the Field
Ohlde Family Farms, based near Firth, Nebraska, has been busy with silage chopping this season. Levi Ohlde, who helps manage the family-owned operation, reports that they have been at it for nearly three weeks. After beginning their chopping in Kansas, the team moved north and has been working through irrigated…
USDA announces $7.3 billion energy investments for 16 rural cooperatives, including one in Nebraska
The federal government announced $7.3 billion in investments Thursday for 16 rural electric cooperatives around the country, including one in Nebraska, that seek to expand clean energy. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said in a news release the funds come through the Empowering Rural America (New ERA) program that is…
NeFU announces district meeting schedules
The Nebraska Farmers Union has announced the dates for their Fall district meetings. "As always, the public is invited," said John Hansen, Nebraska Farmers Union President. "It is always a good idea if you can bring along a friend, relative, or neighbor who should be more active in our organization."…
Tractor Supply Invites Local Businesses and Customers to Participate in Annual National Farmers Market
BRENTWOOD, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tractor Supply Company is inviting customers to participate in its annual National Farmers Market event at local stores on September 28. The event takes place outside Tractor Supply stores across the country, and now through September 23, farmers, growers, craft makers, artisans and other producers of goods are…
Fall College Rodeo Season to Begin This Weekend
Nebraska college rodeo athletes will hit the trail this weekend for the first rodeos of the 2024-2025 season. Mid-Plains Community College, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Southeast Community College, and the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture are part of the Great Plains Region. Chadron State College is the lone Nebraska college…
Navigating marriage, business ownership in rural Nebraska
Running a business is hard. Running a business with your spouse is harder. But Andrew and Alix Ambriz - owners of Embers Bakery & Cafe in McCook, Nebraska – are navigating marriage and parenthood while providing their community with a place to gather. Pretty cool, right? But how does a…