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Determining a “good” price for new crop corn

By Jessica Groskopf, Nebraska Extension Agricultural Economist

As we roll into mid-summer, many farmers are looking for opportunities to do some forward contracting for fall.  This has led some farmers to ask, “What is a ‘good’ price for 2024 corn?”

When asking yourself this question, recognize that “good” is a relative term. A good price for one farmer may not be a good price for another. First, determine what you are comparing the price against. Once you have determined your measuring stick, we can assess the viability of a price. Here are a few comparisons you might want to make as you consider pricing new crop corn.

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Women in Ag Conference Scheduled for August

“Sowing Seeds for Generations” is the theme of this year’s Women in Agriculture Conference, which will be held Friday, August 2, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 1040 Jackson Street Sidney.

“Past years have been very successful, and we are excited to offer another great conference,” said event organizer Carmen Draper. “This is a wonderful event for all women to learn new skills in a fun environment.”

Keynote Speaker Kaelyn Armstrong of Ogallala, Neb., will present “Saved By The Well.” A registered Nurse and small business owner, Armstrong will share her perspective on healing and her realization that physical needs are not always the most important part of healing a person.

Conference topics include:

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Excessive heat can affect plant’s crop water use

By Chabella Guzman, Panhanlde Research Extension & Education Communications / Gary Stone, Nebraska Extension Educator

Summer is here, and already, we’ve seen some excessive heat. Heat can be a stressor on people, animals, and crops.

“As heat goes up, the plant draws moisture from the root system from the soil, but it's the stomates on the leaves that actually pull that water up to feed the plant,” said Gary Stone, Nebraska Extension Educator.  If it gets too hot, the stomates shut down, and the plant will wilt, even if there is enough water through irrigation. The plant will be unable to use it.   

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Summer course for Part 107 Remote Pilot Exam Prep offered in Scottsbluff

Nebraska Extension will offer one-day (eight-hour) courses across the state to prepare individuals to pass the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aeronautical Knowledge Exam required to receive a Part 107 remote pilot certification or license to fly drones for commercial applications.  

The course will be offered on Friday, June 7, 2024 at the Panhandle Research, Extension, and Education Center in Scottsbluff. 

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Nebraska Soil and Water Conservation Society to host annual meeting in Scottsbluff

By Chabella Guzman, UNL PREEC communications

Nebraska Soil and Water Conservation Society will hold its 2024 annual meeting at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research, Extension, & Education Center from June 11 to 13 in Scottsbluff. 

“Each state has its own Soil and Water Conservation Society chapter, that meets annually,” said Robin Foulk, NSWCS member and past president.  “We rotate around Nebraska and this year we are having it in the Panhandle.” The society reaches out to members in western Nebraska to host the event and get the agenda ready. 

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Morrill County Extension Office is Hiring

The Morrill County Extension Office currently has two positions available - a full time 4-H Assistant and a regular part-time Support Staff. Both positions will be working with the public on a daily basis and require good computer skills, a desire to help people and willingness to learn! To obtain more information on each position interested parties can stop at the Morrill County Clerk's Office in the courthouse in Bridgeport or the Morrill County Extension Office in Bridgeport or by contacting Sarah Paisley at 308-772-3311 or spaisley3@unl.edu.

Both positions are subject to Veteran's preference. Morrill County is an equal opportunity employer. Positions are open until filled.

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Grocery Industry Summit to address retail technology, competition

Grocery Industry Summit to address retail technology, competition

September 16, 2024
The Nebraska Cooperative Development Center and Nebraska Grocery Industry Association are hosting the second annual Grocery Industry Summit on Oct. 3 in Kearney.

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FFA students gather information on the Ag industry and careers at field day

FFA students gather information on the Ag industry and careers at field day

September 12, 2024
FFA youth from around the Panhandle came together on Wednesday, Aug. 28, for the WESTCO-UNL FFA Field Day in Gering and at the Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center in Scottsbluff.

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Nebraska in the national news: August 2024

Nebraska in the national news: August 2024

September 4, 2024
A trio of University of Nebraska–Lincoln political scientists were interviewed by national media outlets in August. The stories were among 30-plus national news stories featuring Husker faculty, staff, centers and programs during the month.

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Nebraska Extension’s program receives NIFA Grant to support STEM Education for at-risk youth

Nebraska Extension’s program receives NIFA Grant to support STEM Education for at-risk youth

August 29, 2024

Lincoln, Neb. — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension has been awarded a five-year grant from the USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) through the Children, Youth, and Families At-Risk (CYFAR) Program. 

CYFAR is a national initiative developed to meet locally identified needs, through quality research-based programs for vulnerable, at-risk, low-income, and low-resource children, youth, and families to promote positive life outcomes. 

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