Custom operators invited to participate in UNL Nebraska Custom Rates Survey

Custom operators invited to participate in UNL Nebraska Custom Rates Survey

One of most popular Nebraska Extension publications for those involved in providing or hiring custom machine hire on farms and ranches is the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s biennial Nebraska Custom Rates Survey and Report. The 2024 survey is now in development, and anyone involved in providing custom work for hire in…
Farmers Meet Nitrogen Loss Goals Two Years Early

Farmers Meet Nitrogen Loss Goals Two Years Early

A new report from the EPA’s Hypoxia Task Force shows that the hard work of farmers and ranchers to reduce nutrient losses in the Mississippi River watershed is paying off. The report reveals the 12 participating states have met interim nitrogen reduction goals two years ahead of schedule and are…
United Soybean Board Announces Lucas Lentsch as Incoming CEO

United Soybean Board Announces Lucas Lentsch as Incoming CEO

St. Louis — The United Soybean Board (USB) is pleased to announce that Lucas Lentsch will join the organization as its Chief Executive Officer starting January 1, 2024. Lentsch currently serves on the Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) leadership team, which manages the national dairy checkoff. USB’s board of farmer-leaders, representing…
LeGrand Talks Bioethanol Integration, Sustainable Aviation Fuel Benefits in Japan

LeGrand Talks Bioethanol Integration, Sustainable Aviation Fuel Benefits in Japan

The Japanese government has recently become more interested in using bioethanol for the production of a new, sustainable fuel for air travel. In response, the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) hosted a conference, U.S. Ethanol for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and Beyond, on Nov. 30 to…
Nebraska Ag Expo – Video Spotlights

Nebraska Ag Expo – Video Spotlights

The Nebraska Ag Expo is underway in Lincoln! The expo has grown to become the second-largest in the country. 832 exhibitors at the 2022 Expo 9.2 acres of exhibit space 2nd largest indoor farm show in the U.S. Check out some of the video coverage from this year's event! New…
CNPPID board votes to increase base rate for irrigation water delivery

CNPPID board votes to increase base rate for irrigation water delivery

December Board Meeting Summary (HOLDREGE, Neb.)  - The Central Nebraska Public Power and Irrigation District’s board of directors approved the operating budget for the 2024 fiscal year at their monthly meeting on Monday. The budget, which goes into effect January 1, 2024, anticipates total revenue of $33.6 million, including $10.52…