The prescribed burning season in Kansas has started. While this year has been a bit less conducive for wildfires, with at/below average fire activity expected (see recent eUpdate article at https://bit.ly/3P14l5r), precautions must be taken to ensure burning goes as planned. This article discusses reasons for conducting a prescribed burn and…
In this video, learn more from Jill Brokaw, a third-generation pig farmer and NPB staff member, as she dives into the vital role of the U.S. Swine Health Improvement Plan, also known as U.S. SHIP. The program establishes a national playbook of standards for monitoring African swine fever and classical swine…
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Between Jan. 31 and March 7, Nebraska high school students competed around the state during regional Envirothon competitions demonstrating natural resources knowledge by identifying trees and animal tracks, calculating the number of steers on rangeland, and determining soil structure. The winning teams from each Envirothon region as well…
U.S. pork exports raced to a great start in 2024, according to January data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). While January beef exports were slightly below last year’s volume, export value trended significantly higher. Lamb exports were also strong in January, posting the…
LINCOLN, Neb. – The Nebraska Soybean Board is proud to announce its funding support for the upcoming 2024 Summer Soybean Institute (SSI), inviting twenty middle school and high school educators to delve into the fascinating world of soybeans. Hosted by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR)…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service is seeking nominees for both the American Lamb Board and the National Sheep Industry Improvement Center. The American Sheep Industry Association is a certified nominating organization for both ALB and NSIIC and is now accepting nominations from those interested in filling these…
Join us for the latest insights and analysis in the Nebraska Soybean Board Weekly Market Roundup! In this episode, Heather Ramsey from the ARC Group and Darin Fessler with Lakefront Futures and Options share their thoughts on the latest activity in the grain market. Discover key market trends, potential future…
WASDE highlights Influence of USD Export Opportunities Marketing windows Livestock recap
In the early hours of March 8, 2024, the McCook Police Department received a report of loose cattle at the Red Willow County Fairgrounds. Officers quickly coordinated with a Red Willow County Deputy and sought assistance from the Mid Plains Community College (MPCC) Rodeo Team to corral the wandering cattle.…
The House Committee on Agriculture laid out a roadmap to relieve labor shortages that have impacted America’s farmers and ranchers. The Agriculture Labor Working Group (ALWG) released its final report on how to improve the H-2A guest worker program. It includes more than 20 recommendations to streamline the program and…
