Agriculture news
JenResources Ag/Horticulture Update: Early Season Tar Spot & Hail Damage Father’s...
Written by Jenny Brhel
Tar spot of corn was found in several Nebraska counties this past week. You can see the full map at: https://cropprotectionnetwork.org/maps/tar-spot-of-corn. Samples...
Animal Welfare, Livestock Regulation Rules Might Be Rolled Back By Congress
A confined swine feeding operation is shown in this photo. Congress is once again taking aim at state animal welfare laws regarding livestock confinement....
Nebraska Corn Board to Meet on June 18, 2026
Nebraska Corn Board Press Release
LINCOLN, Neb. – The Nebraska Corn Board will hold its next meeting on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Bruning Bank...
Groundwater Level Decreases Slightly, Remans Above Allocation Trigger
NRD Press Release
YORK, Nebraska – During March and April 2026, Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (NRD) staff took groundwater level measurements from approximately 500...
Nebraska Corn Board Interns to Begin Internship Experiences Nationwide
Nebraska Corn Board Press Release
May 20, 2026
LINCOLN, Neb. – Seven undergraduate students will begin their internships sponsored by the Nebraska Corn Board (NCB). These...
Renewable Fuels Month Showcases Nebraska’s Leadership in Clean, Homegrown Energy
Nebraska Corn Board Press Release
LINCOLN N. – As the summer driving season begins, Nebraskans are encouraged to take advantage of affordable, renewable fuel options at the...
Solar Hearing Brings Out Rural-City Divide
York News-Times Press Release
Written by Parker Garlough
County commissioners faced heavy pressure this week to pass solar zoning regulations with half-mile setbacks.
Some of that pressure...
Nebraska Corn Farmers Investment Continues to Increase with Higher Input Prices...
Corn planting season has begun in Nebraska, and farmers are expected to invest nearly $3.8 billion in the 2026 crop.
Nebraska Corn Board Press Release
April...
