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Farm Bureau Testifies for Property Tax Growth Cap
Nebraska Farm Bureau testified before the Revenue Committee on February 5 in support of LB1219 and LR317CA, legislation that would slow the growth of property taxes across the state.
Revenue Committee Hears Testimony on School Bond Guardrails
The Nebraska Legislature’s Revenue Committee heard testimony this week on LB 765, a bill introduced by Rick Holdcroft of Bellevue that would establish additional voter requirements for school bond approvals. NEFB member Dan Backer of Randolph testified in support of the bill, sharing his decades of experience with school finance and governance.
Don’t Miss Your Chance to Order Your National Agriculture Week Apparel
The Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation’s limited-edition Agriculture Week apparel online store closes Monday, Feb. 16 at 1 p.m. CT. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate National Agriculture Week with volunteers across the state by wearing these shirts and sharing on social media how and where you help grow Nebraska through your connection to agriculture. T-shirts, crewnecks, and hoodies are available to purchase!
Join the Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation Team!
Are you or do you know a student interested in nonprofit work? Join our team, gain valuable experience in a professional setting, and make a difference!
Our Side of the Fence Video Series
Have you seen our new video series on social media? Our Side of the Fence features real members talking about real issues, in real time. Our latest video features Lance Atwater, an Adams/Webster County Farm Bureau member, talking about the necessity of agriculture data security and LB 525’s impact. Check it out!
Economic Analysis: Producers Thinking
Producers spend winter months wrapping up the previous growing season and planning for the upcoming season. The time is spent assessing their operations, strategizing, meeting with production and financial cooperators, and decision-making. What’s on producers’ minds this winter as they contemplate 2026 and beyond?
Deadline Approaching for Producer Enrollment in Dairy Margin Coverage for 2026
USDA Farm Service Agency is taking enrollments for the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program for the 2026 coverage year. DMC is an important safety net program that provides producers with price support to help offset milk and feed price differences. Dairy producers can enroll in DMC now through February 26, 2026.
Nebraska Public Service Commission Hiring
The Nebraska Public Service Commission is currently hiring an administrative assistant/program officer for its Grain Department. If you are interested in buying, selling, and storing grain, this could be the job for you.