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Pivit, circle irrigation in an agriculture field along highway 138 near Orvid, Nebraska. (Adobe Stock-#604130167 │ Bob)
Central Region, Crops, Nebraska, Water

Twenty-five years of U.S. irrigation data shows shifting trends at the county-level

New county-level data shows U.S. irrigated farmland grew by more than 3 million acres between 1997 and 2022. Read More

Ag News, Drought, economy, Editors, General, Kylene Scott, Livestock, Weather

Nebraska beef producers facing tough decisions, challenging year 

Overlooking University of Nebraska at twilight. (iStock-#2154288243 │ Sean Pavone)
Central Region, Education, Nebraska, Regional Roundup

Foundation marks 90 years of impact

Horse owners can take the RAiSE online course through OSU Extension to better understand their horse’s emotional states and well-being. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)

OSU online course is raising the bar on horses’ needs

The flow of water creates a splash and the blue waves underwater. (Adobe Stock │ #410296737- VRVIRUS)

Sanders named executive director at water institute

Money planning (Photo: iStock - Thapana Onphalai)

Be smart with extra livestock income in good times, prep for future 

Extra days on feed means heavier carcass weights and also plays a part in rising numbers of Choice and Prime carcasses. (Courtesy photo.)

Tyson plant closing will impact Nebraska ranchers

Eligible producers can tap into $12 billion aid program

Virtual fencing the new frontier for grazing management?  

Pivot irrigation system over a field in Caddo County near Hydro Oklahoma

Registration now open for the 2025 Water for Food Global Conference

Grazing sorghum. (Courtesy photo.)

Residue grazing considerations for soil health