Celebrating Nebraska Agriculture, a Powerhouse of an Industry

Celebrating Nebraska Agriculture, a Powerhouse of an Industry

Agriculture is Nebraska’s number one industry and the heart and soul of our state. Agriculturedeserves recognition and celebration every day, especially during National Ag Week, March 17-23. As the Director of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA), it’s an honor and aprivilege to serve the dedicated people of Nebraska's agricultural…
Walmart continues to invest in new food processing facilities

Walmart continues to invest in new food processing facilities

Walmart recently announced another investment in a new food processing facility. A new milk processing facility in Texas will open in 2026. Walmart said the facility will support nearly 400 jobs in the community and allow the company to meet growing demand from customers. The facility will process and bottle…
NFU Closes 2024 Convention, Outlines Policy Priorities and Special Orders of Business 

NFU Closes 2024 Convention, Outlines Policy Priorities and Special Orders of Business 

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – National Farmers Union (NFU) closed its 2024 Convention by adopting the organization’s grassroots policy book, laying the foundation for advocating on behalf of family farmers and ranchers across the country. Convention delegates also adopted six special orders of business focused on issues of particular importance in the coming…
Rob Larew and Jeff Kippley Re-Elected as NFU President and Vice President 

Rob Larew and Jeff Kippley Re-Elected as NFU President and Vice President 

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Delegates to National Farmers Union’s 122nd Anniversary Convention today cast a unanimous ballot to reelect Rob Larew and Jeff Kippley as the organization’s President and Vice President, respectively. Each will serve another two-year term.  “It's an honor to have the trust and confidence of Farmers Union members across the country and a privilege…
As half of rural hospitals lose money, many are cutting services

As half of rural hospitals lose money, many are cutting services

In a little more than two years as CEO of a small hospital in Wyoming, Dave Ryerse has witnessed firsthand the worsening financial problems eroding rural hospitals nationwide. In 2022, Ryerse’s South Lincoln Medical Center was forced to shutter its operating room because it didn’t have the staff to run…
NACD Calls to Increase Funding for Conservation Priorities and Pass Funding Bills on Time

NACD Calls to Increase Funding for Conservation Priorities and Pass Funding Bills on Time

Washington, D.C. – On Saturday, President Biden signed Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 appropriations legislation into law that provides funding for several federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the U.S. Department of the Interior. NACD appreciates that the enactment of final federal spending legislation prevents…
House Ag Committee offers solutions to farm labor crisis

House Ag Committee offers solutions to farm labor crisis

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…
Three finalists identified for Nebraska LEAD Program Director

Three finalists identified for Nebraska LEAD Program Director

The Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources has selected three finalists in its search for the Nebraska LEAD Program Director. The candidates will participate in public presentations beginning March 8. The candidates will spend time with university administrators, faculty, staff and stakeholders. UNL faculty, staff, post-docs, and students, along with…