The dozens of silk flower arrangements lining the hall outside 96-year-old Harvey Bish’s apartment seem a quantum leap from his days as an ag machinery innovator. But for Bish, creating floral bouquets is not all that different from the day more than 70 years ago when he revolutionized the h…
Quick to recognize the importance of Harvey Bish’s cornhead conversion unit was Hastings-area farmer Elmer Hohlen.
Following historic wildfires that have burned nearly one million acres of Nebraska grazing lands this spring, the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has launched a new online hub that integrates science, mapping and field-based documentation in one place.
Established in 1999, the Stuart FFA Chapter seeks to serve students in all three components of agriculture education: classroom, SAE (Supervised Agriculture Experience) and FFA. In the 2025-2026 school year, the chapter has 24 high school members.
As planting season ramps up, uncertainty around the season does as well. Wyffels Hybrids has introduced a free, online tool that can help take some of the guess-work out of spring field work.
The fertilizer that south-central Nebraska farmer Jordan Uldrich is applying to his fields this year is unconventional – one is derived from squid protein – and they’re meant to feed crops a bit differently, too.
The markets are eyeing the forecast to see whether planting progress will push forward or not.
The latest USDA cattle on feed report showed lower inventory and placements.
The Hayes Center FFA Chapter has had a busy and successful year filled with competitions, leadership opportunities and community involvement. The year began with the officer retreat in Kearney, Nebraska, where the officer team planned chapter activities, set meeting dates and prepared for th…
Farmers across Nebraska are facing another year of planting into dust, but by diversifying their crops and staying flexible, farmers can make the most of it.
Bish Enterprises is commemorating its 50th anniversary May 1 with an open house in Giltner, Nebraska.
Hikers on the Konza Prairie may look up this summer and see something unusual in the air. Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No — it's Kansas State University research in action.
As farm equipment has become more high-tech, many producers want a modern shop with high-end features to help protect their equipment investment.
A Nebraska rancher had the opportunity this winter to receive a quality and mineral analysis of hay that had been enclosed in the walls of his grandparents’ house for nearly 80 years.
Located in the heart of Franklin, the local FFA chapter continues to grow not only plants and livestock but also the next generation of leaders. With a strong focus on agricultural education, hands-on experience and community involvement, members are making a meaningful impact both inside an…
When it comes to irrigation, one of the greatest dangers is salt – the tiny molecule that can wreak havoc on the plants’ ability to function. Yet some plants, in all their complexity, have developed tools that can help them resist even that challenge. Now, U.S. Department of Agriculture Agri…
"Sam Connell, 85, was born on a family ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills, and some would say, in a saddle."
The Centura FFA Chapter has had a fun and successful year so far. From interviews to contests to FFA Week, it has been busy.
K-State veterinarian Aj Tarpoff explains cattle identification methods and why they are critical to herd management success
Three growing boys can drink a lot of milk, but Melissa said she had to figure out what to do with all the extra. “We had an abundance of milk—the freezer was full,” she said.
Operation Hay Lift delivers critical hay support as families work to recover and keep operations moving
The Johnson County Central FFA Chapter made a powerful showing at the 2026 Nebraska State FFA Convention, earning top honors across multiple Career Development Events (CDEs), leadership contests and agriscience competitions. Members demonstrated excellence in agriculture, research and entrep…
No joke, the first rain since January fell in south central Nebraska April 1.
"I learned a lot, and I’m looking forward to doing it again next year."
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