Nebraska FARMcast - Farm and Ranch Management
236 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingProduced by the Center for Agricultural Profitability in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Nebraska FARMcast offers essential farm and ranch management information for agricultural decision-makers.
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To Retain or Not to Retain: A Heifer Dilemma with TL Meyer
March 19, 2024 19:15 - 8 minutes - 20.6 MBOn this episode, we look at a critical decision point for cow-calf producers: whether to retain heifers for herd replacement or to opt for purchasing them. This decision can have implications on the operational goals, finances, and the herd’s genetic future for cow-calf operators. To explore what to consider in this decision-making process, we're joined by TL Meyer, a Livestock Systems Educator with Nebraska Extension, who has just authored a new article on the topic. Read more at https://c...
Buy Fresh Buy Local 2024 Membership with Charlotte Narjes
March 06, 2024 16:39 - 8 minutes - 20.4 MBWe learn about the work of Buy Fresh Buy Local Nebraska to connect Nebraskans to local farms and foods amid their 2024 membership drive. The organization, based at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, offers members inclusion in their popular local food guide, published annually and distributed across the state. Interim Coordinator Charlotte Narjes joins to discuss. Read more about the membership drive here or visit the Buy Fresh Buy Local Nebraska website.
Paying Family Members on the Farm or Ranch with Jessica Groskopf
February 13, 2024 19:12 - 11 minutes - 25.6 MBBringing children into the operation is the goal for many farms and ranches, but it can require some creative approaches so that everyone involved can earn a living. Jessica Groskopf, an extension educator and agricultural economist with the Center for Agricultural Profitability, is writing a series of articles for our website, cap.unl.edu, detailing ideas to help this transition process. She joins to discuss her first article in the series, about monetary compensation for family members. ...
Foreign land ownership bills introduced in 2024 Nebraska Legislature with Dave Aiken
February 06, 2024 16:47 - 9 minutes - 21 MBDave Aiken, professor and extension agricultural law specialist at Nebraska, discusses two bills dealing with alien land ownership restrictions that have been introduced in the 2024 Nebraska legislative session. https://cap.unl.edu/policy-legal/foreign-land-ownership-bills-introduced-nebraska-legislature-podcast
Cooperative Business Development Mini-Grant Applications Open with Cindy Houlden
February 06, 2024 16:27 - 10 minutes - 24.7 MBApplications for cooperative business development mini grants are now being accepted for 2024 by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Nebraska Cooperative Development Center. The mini grants are available to both existing cooperatives and groups who are exploring or developing cooperative business models. The application is open through February 15th. UNL Cooperative Development Specialist Cindy Houlden joins to discuss. Find out more and apply on the Nebraska Cooperative Development Cente...
Strategic Planning for Farmers and Ranchers with Larry Van Tassell
February 02, 2024 18:06 - 11 minutes - 26.1 MBOn this episode, we elve into the crucial realm of strategic planning within the agricultural sector, and establishing the vision and mission for an agribusiness. In an industry buffeted by the winds of economic change, environmental unpredictability, and technological advancements, having a strategic plan can act as a map through the uncharted territories of future market landscapes. Larry Van Tassell, professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and Director...
Figuring Field Operation Costs Using the Agricultural Budget Calculator Program with Glennis McClure
February 02, 2024 17:30 - 15 minutes - 34.4 MBGlennis McClure, a Farm and Ranch Management Analyst with Nebraska Extension, discusses her new article on Figuring Field Operation Costs Using the Agricultural Budget Calculator Program. In it, Glennis explores the use of UNL’s Agricultural Budget Calculator (ABC) Program, a tool designed to assist producers and custom operators in calculating machinery field operation and ownership costs. By comparing newer and older equipment, the article provides valuable insights into how these calculat...
New Farm Bill Remains Difficult Goal in 2024 with Brad Lubben
January 22, 2024 15:33 - 11 minutes - 25.4 MBIn this episode, we'll continue discussion about the complexities of the farm bill and current state of agricultural policy. After passing an extension of the 2018 farm bill in late 2023, Congress gave itself another year to enact updated legislation, but debate is expected to continue as competing interests show few signs of compromise so far. In his latest monthly policy column for Nebraska Farmer Magazine, UNL Extension Associate Professor and Policy Specialist Brad Lubben looks into thes...
Ag Producers and the Wellbeing of Nearby Communities with Marilyn Schlake
December 14, 2023 21:31 - 13 minutes - 29.9 MBMarilyn Schlake, a Rural Prosperity Nebraska Extension Educator at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, recently authored an insightful article titled "Agriculture and Community Well-Being: A review of three research studies," which sheds light on the dynamic relationship between agricultural producers and rural communities. I’m looking forward to hearing more about the relationship between main street and agriculture in rural communities. Read more: https://cap.unl.edu/rural/agriculture-an...
Farm Bill Extended, but Commodity Program Decisions Remain for Producers with Brad Lubben
December 13, 2023 16:51 - 13 minutes - 30.3 MBFor new and beginning farmers, access to things like land and capital can present challenges on their road to becoming established producers. Amid the economic challenges that come with being a beginning farmer, there are programs and strategies that can offer a leg up to getting on a good path. This was the topic of a recent Nebraska Farmer magazine column by Brad Lubben, an extension associate professor and ag policy specialist here at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He’s here to talk ...
What Happens to Your Farm or Ranch if You Become Disabled? With Jessica Groskopf
December 11, 2023 18:01 - 12 minutes - 28.6 MBEstate and transition planning often focuses on what happens to the farm or ranch at the death of a key person. However, a good estate and transition plan should also include contingencies for disability. Planning for a disability is not an easy task because the severity and duration of the disability are unknown. Jessica Groskfop, extension educator and agricultural economist with UNL's Center for Agricultural Profitability, offers some key items to have in place to protect you and your ope...
The Economics of Deficit Irrigation Utilizing Soil Moisture Probes in the Western Corn Belt with Lia Nogueira
December 08, 2023 15:48 - 5 minutes - 12.4 MBLia Nogueira, Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, joins this episode to discuss a rent paper about a study, "Economics of Deficit Irrigation Utilizing Soil Moisture Probes in the Western Corn Belt." This research offers a fresh perspective on how technological advancements like soil moisture probes can optimize irrigation strategies, particularly in water-scarce regions like the Western Corn Belt. We discuss the complex interplay between water...
What Did Higher Profit Cow-Calf Producers Do To Make Them More Profitable with Randy Saner
December 06, 2023 20:05 - 8 minutes - 19.3 MBThere are many strategies that cow-calf producers can explore to be more profitable and on this episode, we’ll hear some examples that are based on data from the University of Minnesota’s FINBIN livestock analysis tool. Randy Saner is a Livestock Systems Extension Educator with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and he’s taken a dive into the data for a new article on our website, at cap.unl.edu. He’ll share some practices that can help lead to higher gross margins, the strategic moves invo...
What is IRS Section 180? With Shannon Sand
November 10, 2023 16:58 - 9 minutes - 22.8 MBWith recent land purchases, some are asking questions to learn more about IRS Section 180 and how it may provide tax deductions in the year of purchase. Shannon Sand is an agricultural economist and educator with Nebraska Extension who is based in North Platte. She joins the podcast to break down what exactly Section 180 is, who can potentially benefit from it, and how landowners can work with their tax professionals to utilize it. Read more: https://cap.unl.edu/finance/what-irs-section-1...
Diesel Tractor Fuel Efficiency and Exhaust Emissions Standards with Cory Walters
November 10, 2023 15:16 - 13 minutes - 30.1 MBCory Walters, associate professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics, recently co-authored an article analyzing how fuel efficiency in tractors has changed since the introduction of EPA emissions standards. The research was led by another co-author, Jerin TeKoste, a recent graduate of the Agricultural Economics Master’s program here at UNL. Dr. Walters discusses key findings from the research and offers his perspectives on how emissions regulations have impacted tractor performance ...
Foreign-Owned Ag Land in Nebraska with Larry Van Tassell
November 02, 2023 18:52 - 8 minutes - 20.2 MBDr. Larry Van Tassell is a professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and director of UNL's Center for Agricultural Profitability. He discusses his research into the latest data from the USDA's Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act report about foreign investment in Nebraska agricultural land, exploring key findings, where the foreign owners are from and what this data means for Nebraska farmers, ranchers, and landowners. Read more ...
Nebraska Entrepreneurship Summit with Molly Brandt
November 01, 2023 15:55 - 7 minutes - 17.7 MBThe Nebraska Entrepreneurial TaskForce (NetForce) is hosting its sixth annual Nebraska Entrepreneurship Best Practices Summit on Tuesday, November 7th, at the Bosselman Conference Center, at Fonner Park in Grand Island. The one-day event will focus on strategies for building local and regional entrepreneurial ecosystems. Molly Brandt, Innovation and Entrepreneurship 4H educator with Nebraska Extension, discusses what to expect for entrepreneurs of all ages. Find more about the summit and re...
Do Only Americans Own America? Foreign Investment in Agricultural Lands in the United States with Larry Van Tassell
October 27, 2023 17:52 - 8 minutes - 20.5 MBForeign entities have been buying U.S. agricultural land for decades, but recent high-profile purchases have shone a spotlight on the practice. Critics argue it threatens our food security and allows foreign powers to exploit our resources. Others might see economic benefits outweighing any risks. A new article looks at the scope of foreign farmland acquisitions, the countries involved, the incentives driving this investment, and the key pros and cons for American agriculture. It’s been pub...
Involving New People in Community Events with Cheryl Burkhart-Kriesel
October 24, 2023 14:08 - 8 minutes - 19.1 MBCheryl Burkhart Kriesel is a professor and extension specialist with Rural Prosperity Nebraska. She joins the podcast to discuss an issue many communities may relate to - how to engage new volunteers and new ideas into established local events and activities. Dr. Burkhart-Kriesel points out that we often hear comments like "we need new people!" and "its the same people do things every year!" when it comes to community events. But making that transition to new leadership and volunteers isn't...
Celebrating Cooperatives National Cooperative Month 2023 with Charlotte Narjes
October 18, 2023 16:16 - 11 minutes - 26.3 MBOctober is National Cooperative Month, a chance to celebrate cooperatives and learn about how these community-driven businesses operate, and their impacts across Nebraska. Charlotte Narjes is an extension educator with Rural Prosperity Nebraska and director of the Nebraska Cooperative Development Center here at UNL. She has over 15 years of experience working with cooperatives and rural community development, which includes providing education and technical assistance to groups exploring c...
USDA Land Values and County-Level Cash Rent Estimates with Jim Jansen
October 12, 2023 20:46 - 9 minutes - 22.5 MBIn 2023, Nebraska's farm real estate values have seen a substantial increase, with the average acre now valued at $4,240, according to new information from the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Services – or NASS. We’ll dive into the newly published report that details land values and county-level cash rates across the state, with Jim Jansen, an agricultural economist with the Center for Ag Profitability. He’s leads UNL’s efforts to publish the annual Nebraska Farm Real Estate Survey and...
The Impact of Nebraska Cooperatives with Cindy Houlden
October 11, 2023 21:35 - 11 minutes - 25.2 MBCooperative businesses are playing an increasingly large role in fostering economic growth, community bonds, and preserving local character in communities across Nebraska. From grocery stores to homecare, the cooperative model is offering innovative solutions to communities across the state. Many of those organizations work with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Nebraska Cooperative Development Center to both get their start and maximize their impact over time. Cindy Houlden is a Cooperat...
Nebraska Extension Forges International Ties at Community Development Conference
October 03, 2023 18:19 - 18 minutes - 42 MBUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension faculty recently traveled to Darwin, Australia, to attend the World Community Development Conference and share their expertise while learning new approaches. Marilyn Schlake, an extension educator with Rural Prosperity Nebraska, and Cheryl Burkhart-Kriesel, a professor and Rural Prosperity Nebraska extension specialist, made the trip in June 2023 for the global conference. They reached out to make new international collaborations for potential resear...
Are You a Farmer or Rancher Over 18? It’s Time for an Estate Plan with Jessica Groskopf
September 29, 2023 16:25 - 12 minutes - 27.7 MBWhile the challenges of farming are vast and varied, one often overlooked issue is the risk that comes with the unexpected death or disability of a younger member of the operation. Jessica Groskopf is an extension educator and agricultural economist with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Her latest article serves as a call for young individuals in the farming and ranching sector to take estate planning seriously, highlighting the importance of being prepared. Read more: https://cap.unl.e...
When Will the Farm Bill Come? With Brad Lubben
September 27, 2023 20:41 - 14 minutes - 33.5 MBWith the 2018 Farm Bill set to expire and the looming uncertainties, Brad Lubben, an extension policy specialist with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, sheds light on the challenges and considerations surrounding this crucial piece of legislation. Read the article in full on Nebraska Farmer's website, and visit cap.unl.edu for more ag policy information.
High Culling Continues to Impact Beef Market with Elliott Dennis
September 26, 2023 17:25 - 13 minutes - 31.4 MBConsumers seem willing to pay more for their burgers and meatballs, with continued strong demand despite ground beef prices remaining high. What does this mean for cattle producers thinking about expanding their herds this fall? We explore that question with Elliott Dennis, assistant professor and livestock marketing economist with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He recently wrote an in-depth analysis looking at factors like retail beef prices, slaughter cow prices, heifers on feed, and...
Marketing Calves with Blemishes with Randy Saner
September 22, 2023 14:38 - 10 minutes - 23.3 MB"Selling cattle is a complex process, with many factors determining the price producers can get for their animals. Calves with certain blemishes like bobbed tails, frozen ears, or off-colors are often discounted at sale barns. But is there another way for producers to market these calves and capture more value? Randy Saner, a beef systems educator with Nebraska Extension, has a new article up on our site at cap.unl.edu, detailing ideas on how to add value to blemished calves. We'll disc...
Ag Lenders Offer Insights on Current Conditions for Nebraska Livestock Producers with Jay Parsons
September 20, 2023 14:34 - 11 minutes - 25.2 MBIn 2017, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Nebraska Extension committed to implementing a multidisciplinary Beef Systems Initiative to develop and implement beef production systems a Nebraska. A parallel project, supported the the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research, brought together a panel of Agricultural Lenders from across Nebraska, to advise UNL researchers on financial considerations for producers who are implementing new o...
Tax Accounting vs. Managerial Accounting with Shannon Sand
September 15, 2023 16:33 - 9 minutes - 8.8 MBUnderstanding your farm's finances is critical to making sound decisions and positioning your operation for success. But the accounting methods used for tax purposes don't always provide the information needed to properly manage your business. Our guest today, Shannon Sand, is here to explain the key differences between tax accounting and managerial accounting. Shannon is an agricultural economist with the University of Nebraska specializing in farm management. In a new article up on cap.u...
Harvest Operations - Own it or Hire it With Glennis McClure
August 25, 2023 15:44 - 10 minutes - 23.9 MBWith harvest just around the corner, many farmers may be considering the decision custom hire out harvesting work. Glennis McClure, a Nebraska Extension farm and ranch management analyst with the Center for Ag Profitability, has a new article on our site at cap.unl.edu, looking at the factors and costs that come into play when deciding between hiring a custom operator versus performing harvest with owned equipment. She also highlights how UNL’s Agricultural Budget Calculator program can assi...
Technology use growing on Nebraska farms and ranches with Larry Van Tassell
August 18, 2023 20:14 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBFrom drones scouting fields to real-time data-driven decisions, the embrace of technology by U.S. agriculture is expanding, with Nebraska at the forefront. A recent USDA-NASS survey shows 77% of Nebraska's farmers and ranchers now integrate computers into their work, a jump from 74% in 2021. Moreover, 85% use smartphones, up by five points in two years. Larry Van Tassell is a professor in Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska Lincoln, and director of UNL’s Center for Agricult...
Terminating a Verbal Farmland Lease in Nebraska by September 1st with Jessica Groskopf
August 03, 2023 15:08 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MBFor landlords and tenants with verbal lease agreements in place, September 1st represents an important deadline in Nebraska. The state Supreme Court has ruled that the lease year begins on March 1st and the notice to a tenant to vacate under a verbal lease must be given six months in advance of the end of the lease – or no later than September 1st. We’ll walk through what this means for both parties, discuss the benefits of written leases over verbal agreements, and highlight the differences...
Nebraska approves pass-through entity tax bill with Tina Barrett
July 27, 2023 16:05 - 11 minutes - 16 MBTina Barrett, with Nebraska Farm Business, Inc., explains a new tax law that could impact many agricultural operations across our Nebraska Earlier this year, the Nebraska Legislature passed LB754, which contains changes allowing partnerships and S-corps to elect to pay state income taxes at the entity level, rather than only at the owner level. This opens up potential federal tax benefits for pass-through entities that were previously only available to C-corps in Nebraska. The law also incl...
Managing Market Volatility in 2023 with Jay Parsons
June 15, 2023 19:43 - 13 minutes - 18 MBAgricultural commodity prices remain strong as we head into summer 2023, but market volatility is a constant presence for farmers and ranchers, and high prices can bring both optimism and anxiety for producers. That’s according to Jay Parsons, UNL Farm and Ranch Management Specialist with the Center for Ag Profitability, who has co-authored a new article on our site at cap.unl.edu, which discusses the importance of managing market volatility this year. He’s joins to talk about current commod...
New UNL Tool Allows Users to Easily Calculate Loan Payments with Jessica Groskopf
June 12, 2023 14:54 - 6 minutes - 8.57 MBA new tool developed by the Center for Agricultural Profitability works to help demystify farm finances by making easy work of calculating annual loan payments. The free, web-based Loan Payment Calculator is available for use now at our website, https://cap.unl.edu/loancalculator. Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf is here to talk about it. Read more at https://cap.unl.edu/finance/new-loan-payment-calculator-tool-launched/.
Better Decisions with Breakeven Analysis with Larry Van Tassell
June 08, 2023 15:58 - 10 minutes - 23.3 MBImpressive yields at harvest don’t mean a lot if the costs to grow the crop outweigh the price at marketing time. On this episode, we dive into the importance of calculating breakeven prices and yields to improve profitability. From understanding how much yield you need to cover your costs, to incorporating things like family living expenses and opportunity costs, there are many considerations to be made. Enterprise budgeting to understand those expenses and determine breakeven prices and yi...
Nebraska Extension educators bring entrepreneurship education to Georgia and Armenia with Molly Brandt and Marilyn Schlake
June 06, 2023 15:13 - 15 minutes - 34.6 MBIn a unique initiative by the American Councils for International Education, Nebraska Extension educators Molly Brandt and Marilyn Schlake were invited to travel to the countries of Georgia and Armenia in October 2022, and April 2023, to train local educators in the principles of the 4-H Entrepreneurship Investigation (ESI) curriculum. Brandt, an innovation and entrepreneurship 4-H educator, and Schlake, a Rural Prosperity Nebraska educator in the Department of Agricultural Economics, prepa...
The Changing Costs of Cattle Transportation with Elliott Dennis
June 05, 2023 15:16 - 14 minutes - 33.5 MBAs summer unofficially kicks off and fuel prices fluctuate, it’s important to understand how transportation factors like diesel prices, animal handling, and trucking industry changes are impacting the beef cattle industry. Elliott Dennis, assistant professor and livestock economist with the Center for Agricultural Profitability here at Nebraska, has a new article on cap.unl.edu about what’s behind the changing costs of cattle transportation in the U.S. and he joins the podcast to discuss wha...
Managing Calf Market Risk with LRP in 2023
May 17, 2023 17:57 - 8 minutes - 18.5 MBWhen it comes to marketing feeder cattle in 2023, current calf prices are leaving some cow-calf producers optimistic about profits this year, even though forage availability continues to be tight and input costs continue to be high. Because a lot can happen between now and marketing time, price protection should still be a priority, even when that price outlook is optimistic. That’s according to Jay Parsons, professor and farm and ranch management specialist in UNL’s Department of Agricult...
Managing Calf Market Risk with LRP in 2023 with Jay Parsons
May 17, 2023 17:57 - 8 minutes - 18.5 MBWhen it comes to marketing feeder cattle in 2023, current calf prices are leaving some cow-calf producers optimistic about profits this year, even though forage availability continues to be tight and input costs continue to be high. Because a lot can happen between now and marketing time, price protection should still be a priority, even when that price outlook is optimistic. That’s according to Jay Parsons, professor and farm and ranch management specialist in UNL’s Department of Agricult...
Higher Cattle Prices Are Good but Wide Profit Margins Are Better with Elliott Dennis
May 12, 2023 15:29 - 11 minutes - 26.2 MBCattle prices are up this year, but rising interest rates and challenges in the labor market present important decisions ahead for livestock producers. We'll explore how cattle producers can adapt their strategies to mitigate the the negative effects of the current economic environment while maintaining wide profit margins. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Livestock Economist Elliott Dennis is an assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics and has a new article on our web...
Rural Volunteerism in Nebraska with Becky Vogt
May 08, 2023 14:32 - 10 minutes - 24.9 MBHow active are rural Nebraskans when it comes to volunteering in their community? Rural communities depend on volunteers for a wide range of roles, including essential services like fire and rescue, coordinating community events, and supporting local youth organizations. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s 2022 Nebraska Rural Poll asked respondents about their volunteerism and attitudes toward volunteerism in their communities. Becky Vogt, survey research manager with the Nebraska Rural P...
Addressing Elder Care Shortages Through Homecare Worker Cooperatives with Cindy Houlden
May 03, 2023 16:28 - 13 minutes - 31 MBFor the first time in history, the number of Americans 65 and older now exceeds the number of Americans five and under, according to census data. As the U.S. population continues to age, many rural communities are facing a lack of elder care facilities, forcing those in need of care to relocate to a larger community. Last year, the Nebraska Cooperative Development Center – or NCDC – at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, launched a six-week Homecare Worker Cooperative Academy in partnership ...
The Value of Strategic Planning for Farmers and Ranchers with Jay Parsons
March 14, 2023 20:21 - 9 minutes - 22.5 MBStrategic planning can usually be beneficial to any business, and farm and ranch operations are no exception. Coming up with clear missions, visions, and goals for the business can provide a roadmap to achieve a farm’s objectives and get everyone on the same page. But are farmers and ranchers taking the time for strategic planning? Jay Parsons, professor and farm and ranch management specialist in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Department of Agricultural Economics, looks at this topi...
2023 Nebraska Ag Law Legislative Update with Dave Aiken
March 10, 2023 16:59 - 18 minutes - 42.7 MBThree significant ag law bills are being heard in the Nebraska Unicameral in 2023, dealing with agricultural leases, livestock nuisance lawsuits, and mesonet weather stations. Dave Aiken, professor and ag law specialist in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, walks through each of these and their potential implication for agriculture in Nebraska. Read more at https://cap.unl.edu/policy-legal/2023-nebraska-ag-law-legislative-update.
Caution Needed When Purchasing Supplemental Coverage Option and Enhanced Coverage Option with Cory Walters
March 03, 2023 15:36 - 10 minutes - 23.5 MBProducers have until March 15 to enroll in crop insurance coverage for 2023. Two elections that have recently been getting new attention are the Supplemental Coverage Option – or S-C-O — and the Enhanced Coverage Options — or E-C-O. Cory Walters, an associate professor in Agricultural Economics at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, encourages caution and careful consideration before purchasing either S-C-O or E-C-O coverage. Read more at: https://cap.unl.edu/crops/caution-needed-when-purc...
Early Herd Rebuilding Could Happen Through the Bred Cow Market with Elliott Dennis
February 28, 2023 18:08 - 10 minutes - 23 MBThe cattle industry right now is seeing decreases in the number of beef cows, as well as in the number of heifers held back for retention heifers expected to calve this year. Weather in the Northern Plains region continues to impact the availability of hay following an already shortened grazing season, and many input costs for cattle producers are likely to be high again this year. With feeder cattle supplies reduced nationally, the bred cow market may be appealing for producers looking to r...
Recognizing Power and Control in Estate Planning with Allan Vyhnalek
February 21, 2023 17:50 - 12 minutes - 29.1 MBFor older farmers and ranchers, the decision to retire and pass the operation along to the next generation can be a difficult one. Oftentimes, the older generation can find it difficult to give up the power and control they have accumulated over their careers, and may not know what else to do. However, as Nebraska Extension Educator Allan Vyhnalek points out in his work on transition and succession issues, it’s important for the older generations to train and incorporate the younger generati...
Nebraska Agriculture a Leader in the Region and the Country with Brad Lubben and Tatum Brunkow
February 15, 2023 18:01 - 9 minutes - 22.7 MBThe U.S. economy in the upper Midwest and great plains is driven heavily by agriculture, with the seven-state region made up of Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota, being responsible for producing over 30 percent of the nation’s agricultural output. Nebraska continues to be a leader in the sector, with significant impact and high output, while occupying a substantial amount of cropland and pastureland in the region. A new analysis on our website, cap.u...
Rural Poll Gauges Sentiment About Community Leadership in Rural Nebraska with Becky Vogt
February 10, 2023 16:42 - 11 minutes - 26.9 MBIn rural areas, leadership is essential to the development of communities. In areas with smaller populations, volunteers often fill leadership positions, with many community members taking on multiple roles. The 2022 Nebraska Rural Poll sought to find out how residents in or near rural communities feel about their leadership. Becky Vogt, survey research manager with the Nebraska Rural Poll, discusses the findings. Read more at https://cap.unl.edu/rural/rural-poll-gauges-sentiment-about-comm...