State prison officials have reported the death of a man serving a lengthy sentencefor various crimes out of Gosper County. Duane Schriner, 69, died Wednesday morning at the Reception andTreatment Center Nursing Facility, according to the Nebraska Department ofCorrectional Services. Schriner was sentenced in March of 1983 to 60-150 years…
BLOOMINGTON, Minn— ACH Seeds proudly announced its ongoing commitment to rural communities through its Homegrown Giving program. For the third consecutive year, ACH Seeds donated to organizations in its customers’ growing regions, supporting initiatives that enhance rural communities. “Our roots in the community run wide and deep,” says Andy Finkral,…
KEARNEY – The University of Nebraska at Kearney is a destination for first-generation college students. That’s not just a catchy slogan. It’s a distinction students, faculty and staff take great pride in. UNK was recently recognized as a national leader in advancing first-generation student success, joining 13 other universities from…
On-farm grain storage has drastically changed how producers harvest and market their grain. What are the economic benefits of keeping grain in good condition? Are there considerable differences in storage practices? In part one of a two-part discussion, Dr. Ken Hellevang, a professor and extension engineer in the Department of…
Omaha -- American technology and innovation have made farms, ranches, and the food processing industry more productive and efficient than ever before. But it also makes us more vulnerable to cyber and national security threats. More than 400 people from 30 states attended the FBI Omaha field office's 2nd annual…
Hunters Helping the Hungry allows hunters to donate whole field-dressed deer to participating meat processors, with the final product donated to food pantries or charitable organizations statewide. The program is made possible through monetary donations that cover the processing costs of this program. Meat processors have until September 1 to…
Lexington-After some struggles in recent years the Lexington Minutemen football program is looking forward to more success this fall. Leading the charge is senior running back and linebacker Cesar Cano who had a breakout season last year. The 5'8 185 pounder rushed for more than 700 yards and had five…
WASHINGTON- The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Heartland Regional Food Business Center (RFBC) today announced the availability of over $3.7 million in Business Builder Grants to support small, mid-sized, and diverse food and farm entrepreneurs. These grants will promote business expansion, job creation, business capacity building, and increase local products…
Lawmakers advanced a bill from general file Aug. 14 that makes adjustments to the state budget that was finalized in the recently concluded regular legislative session. Sen. Robert Clements LB2, as introduced by Elmwood Sen. Robert Clements at the request of Gov. Jim Pillen, would reduce reappropriated general funds —…
The wheat market has resumed its decline, leading the broader grain markets lower. While the latest CPI data continues to exert some influence, traders are now shifting their focus to the upcoming crop tours next week. These tours are eagerly anticipated, as they will provide crucial insights into the condition…
