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Crop Progress
Nebraska Corn, Soybean Stay on Pace as Wheat Struggles ThroughExtreme DroughtFrom the Institute of Agricultureand Natural ResourcesNebraska corn and soybean development remained largely on track with historical averages last week, while sorghum planting made strong progress and matched the five-year pace.Dry conditions continued to shape the broader crop outlook, particularly for winter wheat, oats, and
New World Screwworm Returns:Implications for Livestock Producers
By Dave Boxler, Nebraska Extension Educator, Matt Hille, DVM, MS, PhD Diagnostic Veterinary Pathologist and Nebraska Extension SpecialistThe New World Screwworm (NWS), Cochliomyia hominivorax, is among the most destructive livestock pests ever encountered in the Western Hemisphere.Unlike most fly species whose larvae develop in decaying organic matter, New World Screwworm larvae feed exclusively on live
From The Desk of FSA
Updates from the Fairbury FSAJoni Johnson It’s been a challenging planting season with storms containing high winds, hail and, much needed rain. During this busy time, don’t forget to contact the FSA office when you’re done with spring planting, so we can set up a time for you to pick up your maps and fill
2026 Pioneer Farm Family
At the Jefferson County Fair, The Keuten family will be awarded the Aksarben Heritage Award for 100 years of continuous family ownership.On July 9th, 6:30 p.m. at the Jefferson County Fair, in the 4-H Building.The Keuten family farm was first purchased by Sharon Arthur’s great grandfather Peter Keuten in 1910 and has been kept in
USDA, Trump Administration Announce $12 Million Farm Relief
President Donald Trump’s administration recently announced $12 million in one-time payments to farmers to offset what the administration calls “unfair market disruptions.”According to a statement from the USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture), “Of the $12 billion provided, up to $11 billion will be used for the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, which provides broad relief
Governor Kelly Updates Declaration of Drought Emergency, Warnings, and Watches for Kansas Counties
TOPEKA — Governor Laura Kelly has signed a proclamation approving updated drought declarations for Kansas counties. Scattered heavy rainfall events this past month, especially in south central and south eastern areas of the state, have led to localized improvements to ongoing drought and abnormal dryness. The overall drought conditions in Kansas are showing signs of