There’s something nobody tells you about owning chickens. The truth is, they should come with a warning label – something along the lines of: “buy at your own risk, these animals will change your identity, and bring you endless amounts of happiness at the expense of your paychecks”
Humboldt Table Rock Steinauer (HTRS) FFA has had an outstanding year of competition and achievement across multiple events. The chapter competed in Land Judging, Livestock Judging, Career Development Events (CDEs) and Leadership Development Events (LDEs), showcasing the diverse talents and d…
While restoring this stripped ground into a native mecca for his herd of bison in southwestern Nebraska, Darrel Meister has come to this conclusion: “It’s always easier to work with nature than against her – more economical as well.”
"Branding is not the most exciting job, but it goes a lot better when you have a few friends helping push calves."
The 2025–2026 school year brought exciting changes for the Exeter-Milligan-Friend (EMF) FFA Chapter. While our chapter has been a cooperative since the 2017–2018 school year, this marks the first year all students have been under one roof. Exeter-Milligan Public Schools and Friend Public Sch…
Uncertainty over the war in Iran and its impact on fuel prices prompted south-central Nebraska farmer Jordan Uldrich to buy diesel in bulk.
"It set in and rained all night. I know this because the weather alerts went off from 11:30 p.m. until about 4 a.m. I missed a lot of beauty sleep, and it shows."
Uncertainty over the war in Iran and its impact on fuel prices prompted south-central Nebraska farmer Jordan Uldrich to buy diesel in bulk.
"It set in and rained all night. I know this because the weather alerts went off from 11:30 p.m. until about 4 a.m. I missed a lot of beauty sleep, and it shows."
Midwest Messenger writers received several awards at the Nebraska Press Women’s spring conference in Lincoln April 25, but no recognition was as high as the honor given to the late columnist and reporter Barb Bierman Batie, who died of cancer on Christmas Day last year.
"We got a light sprinkle through the night. We need a heck of a lot more. The hills look absolutely sick."
The Crete FFA Chapter has had a successful and well-rounded year filled with leadership development, competitive achievements and community service. With approximately 60 active members, the chapter continues to stay involved through competitions, events and volunteer efforts throughout the year.
Gary Powles has worked his entire life as a cattlemen, making great improvements on his ranch.
When it comes to spring calving or fall calving, cattle producers have a variety of factors to consider.
Registration is open for the Siouxland Feedlot Forum on June 16, in South Sioux City, Nebraska.
The U.S. House approved, 224-200, a five-year farm bill Thursday as members of Congress attempt to update major agriculture and nutrition policy after three years of extensions.
Despite all his “irons in the fire,” UNL student and entrepreneur Nathan Rippe has started a new metal project. He wants to help FFA and ag students prepare for their future.
Nebraska Extension brings you hands-on training for crop scouting with a line up of speakers and topics from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 19 at the Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center, 1071 County Road G in Ithaca.
Central Valley Ag (CVA) and Randall Farmers Co-op Union (RFCU) have approved a merger following a member vote April 29. The unification, backed by the required two-thirds majority of RFCU members, will create a combined cooperative operating under the Central Valley Ag name and headquartered…
Right this very minute down on the farm, I am remembering Rule 1 in farming with livestock. If you move bulls from one pasture to another, it is a fabulous idea to make sure all the gates are shut inside the barn where the pasture they moved to has access.
The Neligh-Oakdale FFA Chapter serves approximately 55 active members in grades 7–12 in Antelope County and is continuing to build momentum through a strong focus on student involvement, retention and achievement.
Located in Nebraska’s Panhandle, Schuler Red Angus is known for supplying other ranchers with high quality live cattle and genetics. Equally impressive are the conservation efforts that have taken place on this unique landscape, diverse in its topography and ecological communities.
While King Charles was having tea state side with President Donald Trip, Gov. Jim Pillen was heading to London to promote Nebraska beef.
Burn area needs precipitation and time for grass regrowth. Nebraska experts give advice on cattle feeding and grass recovery.
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