Geopolitical tensions are once again impacting the markets today, adding to the uncertainty. China’s pullback on purchases of corn, wheat, rice, and barley is also creating additional pressure. As we approach the month’s end and head into a three-day holiday weekend, market volatility could increase. Acreage changes in Argentina are…
Global demand for U.S. soybeans has fallen sharply as international buyers remain discouraged by a strong dollar, slowing economic growth and uncertainty over the direction of U.S. trade policy in an election year. Export sales of new-crop soybeans are historically low as the U.S. enters the 2024/25 soybean marketing year…
Dane Pokorny of Thedford, Nebraska, is no stranger to rodeo. With deep family roots in the sport, Pokorny got involved at an early age. His first love? Bulldogging. These days, he can be found working the arena as a cowboy lifesaver. Though some may think the jump from steer wrestling…
A new vaccine could protect cattle from deadly tick-borne disease. Researchers at the University of Missouri are working to develop the first-ever vaccine proven to protect cattle from bovine anaplasmosis. The disease infects the red blood cells of cattle and causes hundreds of millions of dollars in economic losses nationwide…
A Nebraska farmer is conducting various trials on his soybeans this year, including experimenting with biological seed treatments and planting soybeans in standing rye. Scott Richert farms near Gresham and was a host site for the 2024 Soybean Management Field Days. "I've been in seed corn, growing seed corn for…
In a bold move with no prior experience in the bakery business, a husband-and-wife duo purchased one of the most well-known bakeries in Nebraska. Alix and Andrew Ambriz didn’t grow up in McCook, Nebraska, nor did they have any background in baking. But that didn’t stop them from taking a…
The Nebraska State Rodeo Association recently announced their 2024 Top Personnel. The individuals and rodeos honored were voted on by members of the NSRA and are as follows: NSRA Judge: Ray Brown and Buck Moon NSRA Bullfighter: Dane Pokorny NSRA Pickup Man: Lance Heikel NSRA Secretary: Jill Hudson NSRA Announcer:…
LINCOLN, NEB. – Nebraska Farm Bureau, the state’s largest general agriculture organization, has announced an additional list of endorsements for candidates seeking election to the Nebraska Legislature. Endorsements made by the Nebraska Farm Bureau Political Action Committee (NEFB-PAC) are based on the candidate’s positions on agricultural and rural issues and…
Geopolitical tensions are rising as Israeli forces conduct a sweeping military operation in the occupied West Bank, adding uncertainty to global markets. Meanwhile, China is pulling back on its purchases of key agricultural commodities like corn, wheat, rice, and barley, which could pressure prices. Domestically, the ProFarmer Crop Tour highlighted…
The beloved Antique Tractor display at the Nebraska State Fair seems to draw crowds from all generations each year. Brothers Larry and Kevin Killinger have managed the display, featuring hit and miss engines, since the fair moved to Grand Island. Larry said the most exciting part is interacting with all…
