Low-carbon fuel growth tied to stability in ag markets, Buis says

Many ag and biofuel stakeholders concerned about the farm economy are urging the administration to expand the use of low-carbon fuels. Tom Buis with the American Carbon Alliance says growth in the ethanol and sustainable aviation fuel markets would boost demand for corn and soybeans. “What we’re seeing is sort of a real nightmare occurring.…Continue Reading

Corn yields holding strong as central Missouri farmers resume harvest

Two farmers in central Missouri have resumed harvest following a slight rain delay. Nathan Alpers in Cooper County tells Brownfield he’s been working on corn. “I can’t complain about the corn quality or the yields.” Jay Schutte, who farms in Audrain County, is waiting to start corn harvest. “I think we’re going to have probably…Continue Reading

Farmers feeling the pinch as U.S.-China trade uncertainty persists

A market analyst says the recent back-and-forth between the U.S. and China is getting frustrating. Garrett Toay with Ag Trader Talk says “this whole trade war is frustrating, because farmers are already pinched because of high input prices. But it’s an opportunity missed, because prices, in theory, should be higher than where they are now.”…Continue Reading

Applications now being accepted for Nebraska Elite 11 Veterinary Program

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is now accepting scholarship applications designed to help increase the number of rural veterinarians. The Nebraska Elite 11 Veterinarian Program provides financial assistance and hands-on learning experiences for students pursuing a degree in animal science or veterinary science.  Twenty incoming college freshmen will receive the Nebraska Production Agriculture Health Scholarship to…Continue Reading

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