Farm Management and Ag Policy

Tuesday March 26, 2024
Legislative Bill to Reduce Synthetic Fertilizers
Nebraska farmers could receive incentives for reducing their synthetic, commercial fertilizer use. LB1368 introduced by State Senator Theresa Ibach would help farmers choose more organic methods of fertilization, conserving land and water for future generations.MP3
http://update.legislature.ne.gov/?p=35593

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Monday March 4, 2024
Wildfire Resources
Several agencies will be on hand for a discussion on recovery from the recent wildfires in central Nebraska. The meeting will be held March 12th at the West Central Research, Extension and Education center in North Platte. MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2024/immediate-release-0

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Friday February 23, 2024
Paying Family Members on the Farm or Ranch
Successfully bringing additional family members into the operation may require some creativity as all parties need to maintain a viable standard of living. Nebraska Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf talks about making sure family employees are compensated for their efforts on the family farm.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2022/colostrum-101

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Thursday February 15, 2024
Ag Budget Calculator
Some of the biggest expenditures on any operation will be equipment operation, upkeep or upgrading. Extension Farm and Ranch Analyst Glennis McClure talks about a program developed by the Center for Ag Profitability that helps producers easily figure out their machinery costs and compares it to what costs would be if they upgraded. MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/finance/figuring-field-operation-costs-using-agricultural-budget-calculator-program

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Wednesday February 14, 2024
Foreign Land Ownership Bills
An issue making national headlines is being examined by the state legislature here in Nebraska. Two bills were introduced that looks to restrict foreign ag land ownership. Extension Ag Law Specialist Dave Aiken talks about what could happen if either bill is signed into law. MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/policy-legal/foreign-land-ownership-bills-introduced-nebraska-legislature-podcast

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Tuesday February 13, 2024
Strategic Planning for Farmers and Ranchers
Any operation with a solid long-term mission and goals will ultimately be better prepared for future issues whether it be boom or bust. Center for Ag Profitability Director Larry Van Tassel shares some tips for producers to consider when it comes to strategic planning. MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/management/importance-strategic-planning-farmers-and-ranchers

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Tuesday February 6, 2024
2024 LEAD Program Highlights
The ag industry in Nebraska has relied on the LEAD program to help develop tomorrow’s leaders. Nebraska LEAD Program Director Terry Hejny discusses recent activities and highlights of this year’s LEAD program.MP3
https://lead.unl.edu/

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Tuesday January 30, 2024
Upcoming Conferences and Workshops
Farmers and ranchers have several educational opportunities coming up in February. Nebraska Extension will be offering numerous workshops in coming weeks that will focus on women in agriculture, the farm bill and many other topics. MP3
https://events.unl.edu/extension/upcoming

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Monday January 29, 2024
2024 Farm Bill Difficulties
Every time a farm bill comes up for debate, there seems to be plenty of non-farming issues that makes it very difficult to get passed. Extension Policy Specialist Brad Lubben talks about some of the reasons the 2018 farm bill has been extended and why new legislation is still being debated. MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/policy-legal/new-farm-bill-remains-difficult-goal-2024

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Tuesday January 23, 2024
2024 Land Application Training
Nebraska Extension is offering certification in manure land application for the upcoming season. Nebraska Animal Manure Management Extension Educator Leslie Johnson says there will be plenty of educational opportunities for attendees as training dates are scheduled across the state.MP3
https://water.unl.edu/lat

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Thursday January 4, 2023
Developing an Estate and Business Transition Plan - Part 2
Assembling a team of professionals to help develop an estate and business transition plan is critical. Scottsbluff attorney and ranch co-owner Pamela Epp-Olsen talks about what it takes to formulate a good estate transition plan.MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/succession

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Wednesday January 3, 2023
2024 Farm Bill Discussion
In November, Congress included a one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill as part of a broader funding bill to keep the government open through early 2024. Nebraska Extension Ag Policy Specialist Brad Lubben says farmers still need to make decisions regarding their risk management plans.MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/policy-legal/farm-bill-extension-pushes-debate-not-farmer-decisions

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Tuesday January 2, 2023
Developing an Estate and Business Transition Plan - Part 1
An essential part of making sure your farm assets is taken care of after a retirement or death is a solid plan. Scottsbluff attorney and ranch co-owner Pamela Epp-Olsen talks about starting the process of an estate transition plan.MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/succession

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Friday December 29, 2023
What Happens to your Farm or Ranch if You Become Disabled?
Preparing for the unexpected on your farm operations starts with a solid estate and transition plan. Nebraska Extension Ag Economist Jessica Groskopf says that is plan normally put together for a death, but she says it ought to have some sort of disability contingency as well.MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/succession/what-happens-your-farm-or-ranch-if-you-become-disabled

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Friday December 8, 2023
Adding a Hunting Enterprise to Your Farm Operation
Hunting leases are a great way to add additional revenue to your farm or ranch operation. Nebraska Extension Educator Randy Saner says there’s a good chance you’ll add income if you understand a few guidelines.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/adding-hunting-enterprise-your-farm-or-ranch

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