Headline Stories
Protest Property Valuation by June 30!
Nebraska Farm Bureau has developed a checklist to help Farm Bureau members looking to protest their property valuation. If you think the assessed value for your house, farmstead,or real estate is too high, you can file a protest with the county clerk’s office.This can be done in-person or by mail and must be submitted in triplicate,signed, dated, and postmarked by June 30. Contact your local county assessor’s office with questions. Check out our checklist today and put it to work for you!
Report Wildfire Damage by June 15 for Potential Property Tax Relief
Property owners whose homes, buildings, land,or other improvements were significantly damaged by wildfires may be eligible for property tax relief. Under Nebraska law, property that suffers significant property damage between January 1 and July 1 of the current assessment year may qualify for review and possible adjustment of its assessed value. Property owners affected by wildfires are encouraged to file Form 425, Report of Damaged Real Property, with the county clerk on or before July 15.
Managing the Tax Impact of Weather-Related Livestock Sales
Weather-related livestock sales can create tax consequences for producers after drought,wildfire, or other disasters. Understanding deferral options, casualty loss rules, and record keeping needs can help farms and ranches plan for recovery.
New World Screwworm Case Discovered in the U.S.
Nebraska Farm Bureau President Mark McHargue commented this week on USDA’s announcement that the first case of New World screwworm (NWS) has been reported in the United States.
Help Us Track July Fourth Summer Cookout Costs
Grassroots Farm Bureau members are invited to participate June 1-7 in American Farm Bureau’s Summer Cookout Survey of retail food prices commonly used to prepare a cookout meal for 10 people. The survey tracks prices on commonly found foods including ground beef, American cheese, chicken, pork chops, and more. Take the survey!
Economic Analysis: Hay Stocks Slide
This spring’s wildfires and continued drought have heightened Nebraska’s need for hay and forage.Unfortunately, the USDA delivered bad news on this front when it reported on May 1 that Nebraska hay stocks were off 11% compared to last year
2026 School Board Budget & Bond Summit
Deadline to sign up for June 16 summit approaching! Join us for the Nebraska Farm Bureau2026 School Board Budget & Bond Summit, an informative event designed for both current and prospective board members, as well as interested members of the public. Save your spot today!
Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation Recognizes 2026 Agriculture in the Classroom Champion Educators
The Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation has recognized 40 educators from across the state as 2026 Nebraska Agriculture in the Classroom Champions. Sponsored by the Nebraska Corn Board, the Nebraska Agriculture in the Classroom Champions program highlights teachers who utilize Agriculture in the Classroom resources and programming to connect students with Nebraska agriculture.
USDA Announces Base Acre Increase Opportunity for Agriculture Risk and Price Loss Coverage Safety Net Programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s(USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced eligible land owners have from June 1 until Aug. 31, 2026 to review and consider base acre increases on farms enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, as authorized by provisions included in the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.