Burn area needs precipitation and time for grass regrowth. Nebraska experts give advice on cattle feeding and grass recovery.
- Jaclyn Wilson
Back from travel abroad, Jaclyn Wilson catches up on the ranch and shares some packing trips from her journey.Â
- By Carmen Malena, Leigh FFA Chapter president
The Leigh FFA Chapter continues to build a strong tradition of success through leadership, teamwork, and community involvement. With 55 active members, the chapter has made a significant impact both in competition and within the local community.
Jim Johnston was a cowboy from age 6, when he competed in his first rodeo, a calf riding in Chambers, Nebraska. It turned into a lifelong passion in the rodeo and ranching industries.
- Glenn Brunkow
"(My father-in law) could be summed up in two words: family and commitment. Without a doubt his family was first, and I feel blessed to have been a part of that."
- By Carla Post for Midwest Messenger
The dozens of silk flower arrangements lining the hall outside 96-year-old Harvey Bish’s apartment seem a quantum leap from his days as an ag machinery innovator. But for Bish, creating floral bouquets is not all that different from the day more than 70 years ago when he revolutionized the h…
- By Carla Post for Midwest Messenger
Quick to recognize the importance of Harvey Bish’s cornhead conversion unit was Hastings-area farmer Elmer Hohlen.
- By Carla Post for Midwest Messenger
The dozens of silk flower arrangements lining the hall outside 96-year-old Harvey Bish’s apartment seem a quantum leap from his days as an ag machinery innovator. But for Bish, creating floral bouquets is not all that different from the day more than 70 years ago when he revolutionized the h…
- By Carla Post for Midwest Messenger
Quick to recognize the importance of Harvey Bish’s cornhead conversion unit was Hastings-area farmer Elmer Hohlen.
- By Natalie Jones, IANR Communications
Following historic wildfires that have burned nearly one million acres of Nebraska grazing lands this spring, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has launched a new online hub that integrates science, mapping and field-based documentation in one place.
- By Katie Nolles Smith, Stuart Public Schools agriculture education teacher and FFA co-advisor
Established in 1999, the Stuart FFA Chapter seeks to serve students in all three components of agriculture education: classroom, SAE (Supervised Agriculture Experience) and FFA. In the 2025-2026 school year, the chapter has 24 high school members.
- Glenn Brunkow
To take liberty with Paul Harvey’s words; On Aug. 4, 1943, God made a farmer. April 11, 2026, God called that farmer home.
- Janelle Atyeo
The fertilizer that south-central Nebraska farmer Jordan Uldrich is applying to his fields this year is unconventional – one is derived from squid protein – and they’re meant to feed crops a bit differently, too.
- Crystal Reed
The markets are eyeing the forecast to see whether planting progress will push forward or not.
- Benjamin Herrold
The latest USDA cattle on feed report showed lower inventory and placements.
- By Monica Dimas, Hayes Center FFA Chapter reporter, and Ellie Chitwood, Hayes Center agricultural education teacher and FFA advisor
The Hayes Center FFA Chapter has had a busy and successful year filled with competitions, leadership opportunities and community involvement. The year began with the officer retreat in Kearney, Nebraska, where the officer team planned chapter activities, set meeting dates and prepared for th…
- Jaclyn Wilson
"As I saw on X during my travels, 'The most worldwide views seem to come from those that don’t leave their outfits.' It’s time to change that."
- Janelle Atyeo
Farmers across Nebraska are facing another year of planting into dust, but by diversifying their crops and staying flexible, farmers can make the most of it.
Bish Enterprises is commemorating its 50th anniversary May 1 with an open house in Giltner, Nebraska.
- Emily Boragine Kansas State University
Hikers on the Konza Prairie may look up this summer and see something unusual in the air. Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No — it's Kansas State University research in action.
- from Morton Buildings
As farm equipment has become more high-tech, many producers want a modern shop with high-end features to help protect their equipment investment.
- Kristen Sindelar
A Nebraska rancher had the opportunity this winter to receive a quality and mineral analysis of hay that had been enclosed in the walls of his grandparents’ house for nearly 80 years.
- By McKenna Darby, Franklin FFA Chapter advisor
Located in the heart of Franklin, the local FFA chapter continues to grow not only plants and livestock but also the next generation of leaders. With a strong focus on agricultural education, hands-on experience and community involvement, members are making a meaningful impact both inside an…
- Kathryn Markham USDA ARS
When it comes to irrigation, one of the greatest dangers is salt – the tiny molecule that can wreak havoc on the plants’ ability to function. Yet some plants, in all their complexity, have developed tools that can help them resist even that challenge. Now, U.S. Department of Agriculture Agri…
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