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In faith, farming, Dad led by example

In faith, farming, Dad led by example

  • Glenn Brunkow

To take liberty with Paul Harvey’s words; On Aug. 4, 1943, God made a farmer. April 11, 2026, God called that farmer home.

Alternative fertilizers focus on feeding soil biology

Alternative fertilizers focus on feeding soil biology

  • Janelle Atyeo

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.

Through travel, education, it’s impossible to be close-minded

Through travel, education, it’s impossible to be close-minded

  • Jaclyn Wilson

"As I saw on X during my travels, 'The most worldwide views seem to come from those that don’t leave their outfits.' It’s time to change that."

Bish Enterprises celebrating 50 years 

Bish Enterprises celebrating 50 years 

    Bish Enterprises is commemorating its 50th anniversary May 1 with an open house in Giltner, Nebraska.

    Bales from 1940s a lesson in housing hay long-term

    Bales from 1940s a lesson in housing hay long-term

    • Kristen Sindelar

    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.

    Airport security checks part of cultural experience

    Airport security checks part of cultural experience

    • Jaclyn Wilson

    We are at the point on this adventure that I have no clue what day it is and it’s sometimes a toss-up if I can tell you what country we are touring.

    Overabundance of goat milk pours out soap business for Wausa woman

    Overabundance of goat milk pours out soap business for Wausa woman

    • Kristen Sindelar

    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.

    Producers urged to implement strong identification processes to safeguard cow herd

    Producers urged to implement strong identification processes to safeguard cow herd

    • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske, K-State Extension

    K-State veterinarian Aj Tarpoff explains cattle identification methods and why they are critical to herd management success

    Overabundance of goat milk pours out soap business for Wausa woman

    Overabundance of goat milk pours out soap business for Wausa woman

    • Kristen Sindelar

    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.

    Farm Rescue mobilizes emergency aid for Nebraska Farmers after record wildfires

    Farm Rescue mobilizes emergency aid for Nebraska Farmers after record wildfires

      Operation Hay Lift delivers critical hay support as families work to recover and keep operations moving 

      Rare rain, irrigation helps cover crop growth

      Rare rain, irrigation helps cover crop growth

      • Janelle Atyeo

      No joke, the first rain since January fell in south central Nebraska April 1.

      Preparations put in place

      Preparations put in place

      • By Kameron Jutten of Palisade, Neb.

      "I learned a lot, and I’m looking forward to doing it again next year."

      New AI tool forecasts drought 90 days ahead

      New AI tool forecasts drought 90 days ahead

        System gives early warning of streamflow drought conditions 

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        Producers explore feeding peas to cattle in place of distillers grains

        From Major General to the farm field

        From Major General to the farm field

        Ask the right questions about carbon credits

        Ask the right questions about carbon credits

        I won’t be fooled by the forecast

        I won’t be fooled by the forecast

        • Glenn Brunkow

        "We have rain forecast all week, but I will believe that when I see it."

        Kansas State University economist warns of fuel, fertilizer price shock for farmers

        Kansas State University economist warns of fuel, fertilizer price shock for farmers

        • By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector

        Surging oil prices associated with instability in the Middle East threaten to exacerbate tight margins for Kansas farmers by driving up the cost of fuel and fertilizer, a Kansas State University economist says.

        Farm visits run the gamut from Kenya to the Netherlands

        Farm visits run the gamut from Kenya to the Netherlands

        • Jaclyn Wilson

        "Kenya will definitely go down as a highlight, between seeing the wildlife, entrepreneurship and meeting some amazing individuals that are operating businesses where community social impact is a huge part of their business dynamics."

        The sacrifice and perseverance of a ranch woman

        The sacrifice and perseverance of a ranch woman

        • Katie Kaliff-Jagels

        "There’s praying, and then there’s the standing over the sink in total silence staring out the window praying – the sink prayers, I’ll call them." 

        Professional photographer captures unique perspective in life

        Professional photographer captures unique perspective in life

        • Kristen Sindelar

        Nia Karmann sees the world through a different lens. As a professional photographer, she seeks to capture the essence of nature, to view life from a different angle.

        Calving conundrums

        Calving conundrums

        • Paula Peterson

        Right this very minute down on the farm we are full speed ahead with calving season.

        Social media talk burns my britches

        Social media talk burns my britches

        • Glenn Brunkow

        This week I was on Facebook and what I read made me mad. I know, it was my own fault for being on social media. What did I expect? We all know that social media is the Wild West. You do not have to be right to have an opinion and anyone can express any opinion.

        In Kenya: Docile cattle, wild predators and transportation

        In Kenya: Docile cattle, wild predators and transportation

        • Jaclyn Wilson

        "Herds have tribe members with them throughout the day, guiding them on foot to new grazing areas. Docility is stellar."

        Seed, weeds and satellites at Commodity Classic

        Seed, weeds and satellites at Commodity Classic

        • Katelyn Winberg

        "Sixty to 65% of the yield we lose in a season comes from stress," South Dakota native Jason Schley told the crowd at Commodity Classic. "Our industry is so focused on offense, but the biggest bang for your dollar is defense."

        Rural America at its finest: fire relief efforts in Nebraska show best of humanity

        Rural America at its finest: fire relief efforts in Nebraska show best of humanity

        • Kristen Sindelar

        Disaster has the tendency to bring out the worst. Victims are left scrambling to pick up the pieces in attempt to restore some fragment of normalcy in their lives.

        Snap2Graze: grazing cereal rye really can be that simple

        Snap2Graze: grazing cereal rye really can be that simple

        • Kristen Sindelar

        “Cereal rye management is very difficult for producers because it grows so fast. The quality gets away from them,” said Mary Drewnoski, beef systems extension specialist with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The university has a new tool for that.

        Shires: Draft horses with “chrome”

        Shires: Draft horses with “chrome”

        • Ruth Nicolaus

        Looking for a people friendly horse to give rides at their Christmas tree farm, the Jenson family of Blair, Nebraska, found Shires. 

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