Headline Stories
Nationwide Survey: Most Farmers Can’t Afford Fertilizer
An overwhelming majority of America’s farmers who responded to a nationwide survey say they cannot afford to purchase enough fertilizer to get them through the year. The percentage who pre-purchased fertilizer varies significantly by region.
Nebraska Farm Bureau Disaster Relief Fund Opens Applications for Assistance
The Nebraska Farm Bureau (NEFB) Disaster Relief Fund is now accepting applications to assist farm and ranch families impacted by the devastating spring wildfires.
Nebraska Ag Leaders Send Letter of Support for USMCA
Members of the Nebraska Ag Leaders, the largest agricultural organizations in the state, sent a letter to U.S. Trade Representative Jamison Greer offering continued support for the U.S., Mexico,Canada Agreement (USMCA), the renegotiated free trade agreement which replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). "The USMCA agreement reinforces and enhances the logical trade relationship between Nebraska and itsNorth American neighbors and provides critical stability and certainty to this important aspect of the state's economy," the combined organizations said.A mandatory review of the agreement is scheduled for July 1,2026. "USMCA additionally preserves zero-tariff treatment that is crucial to allow U.S. agricultural exports to be globally competitive. With Nebraska’s central location and access to three Class I railroads,transportation is efficient to several crossings into Mexico and Canada,” the organizations said in a combined statement.
Save the Date: Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation Golf Classic
The Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation’s 28th Annual Golf Classic is set for Monday,July 13 at Tiburon Golf Course in Omaha. Grab your team of four and enjoy a day on the course. Proceeds support Nebraska Agriculture in the Classroom. To register, contact Lona Thompson: lonat@nefb.org (402) 421-4780.
End of Legislative Session Webinar |Monday, April 20
As the legislative session ends, Nebraska Farm Bureau invites you to join our upcoming webinar April 20 at 7 p.m. CT for updates on the latest happenings in Lincoln and Washington, D.C. Hear from our NEFB lobbyists and pose your questions about our current legislative priorities. Be sure to register in advance to secure your spot!
Nominate A Woman Farmer for National Award
In honor of the International Year of the Woman Farmer, Women in Agribusiness, in partnership with the American Farm Bureau Federation, is expanding their annual Demeter Award to include a female farmer category. Nominations are now being accepted through June 22.
Economic Analysis: Farm Bureau Opposes Railroad Merge
Omaha-based Union Pacific’s proposed $85 billion merger with the Norfolk Southern is being questioned by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) as to whether it’s in the best interests of farmers and ranchers.