Headline Stories
Atwater Earns Top 10 Finalist Recognition in National Young Farmers & Ranchers Contest
Lance Atwater, of Adams/Webster County Farm Bureau, was named a Top 10 finalist of the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) Achievement Award.Young farmers and ranchers from across the country competed for the awards by demonstrating knowledge, achievement, and commitment to promoting agriculture during the AFBF 107th Annual Convention in Anaheim, Cal. Jan. 9-14.
Fred Meyer Appointed to the Nebraska Legislature
Nebraska Farm Bureau president Mark McHargue commented this week on the appointment of Fred Meyer to serve District41 in the Nebraska Legislature.
American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Announces 19th Book of the Year
The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture present edits 19th Book of the Year award to author Shannon Anderson for “I LOVE Blueberries.” The award was presented at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 107th Convention.
At Farm Bureau Convention, Secretary Rollins Announces Dairy Margin Coverage Expansion and Section 32 Purchases of U.S.Commodities
At the 107th American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L.Rollins announced expanded enrollment for the 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC)program and new Section 32 commodity purchases that will result in more healthy, U.S. grown food in the hands of Americans.
Last Call to Register for the Young Farmers and Rancher Conference
Join young producers, agribusiness professionals, and agricultural advocates from across Nebraska for the2026 Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference — a weekend of learning,networking, and growth! Save your spot today!
Farm Bureau Names 2026 Farm Dog of the Year
Recognizing the vital role that four-legged friends often play on family farms and ranches, Farm Bureau launched the Farm Dog of the Year contest several years ago – now a popular feature of the American Farm Bureau Convention.
WASDE Report
This year started off with a turbulent World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report. The shake-up: U.S. corn ending stocks are now projected to be much higher than last year’s reports indicated. Get your full WASDE report below. Learn More
SaveYour Spot for Legislative Conference and BBQ & Brews
Join us February 5, 2026 for Nebraska Farm Bureau’s Legislative Conference. We will explore current policy issues impacting agriculture, visit with elected officials, and get the latest information on legislation in Lincoln and Washington, D.C. Cap off the day by socializing with fellow Farm Bureau members and elected officials at BBQ and Brews from 5-7 p.m. The event is FREE for members!
FarmMind Wins $100K in Ag Innovation Challenge
The Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge,now in its 12th year, provides opportunities for Farm Bureau members to showcase business innovations being developed for agriculture.Louisiana-based FarmMind is the winner of this year’s competition.