Dave Aiken
faculty
- Professor Agricultural Economics University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- Courtesy Professor School of Natural Resources University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Work
402-472-1848
On campus, dial 2-1848
Terminating a Verbal Farm Land Lease
August 14, 2019
The deadline for formal notification to terminate a verbal or handshake year-to-year land lease agreement is September 1. Here are some things to consider when terminating various types of land leases.
Applying for Reduced Valuation of Damaged Property
June 14, 2019
A Q&A on the process of applying to have your property value reduced if you suffered significant 2019 flood damage.
New Law Allows Lower Taxes for Flood-Damaged Property
June 5, 2019
A new Nebraska law provides that property owners who suffered significant flood damage can apply to have their 2019 property taxes lowered. Damage must be reported on a new state form by July 15.
Rebuilding Fences After Flood/Blizzard Damage
April 23, 2019
Following spring blizzards and flooding in many areas of Nebraska, fencing repairs and new fences are a priority for many livestock producers. This looks at considerations when you assess fence damage, the fence law, and available assistance.
Property Taxes and Flood Damage
April 23, 2019
A bill in the Nebraska Legislature would establish a process for reducing the value of land and buildings damaged by natural disaster. See how this process would work if passed in its current language.
Should Leases be Adjusted for Flood-Damaged Farm Ground?
March 28, 2019
This article provides guidance on adjusting rental rates for flood-damaged cropland with different lease characteristics, including having that important landlord-tenant discussion this spring before planting.
2019 Nebraska Property Tax-School Funding Issues
March 8, 2019
Nebraska has some of the highest ag property taxes in the nation. This article explores how these taxes support state and local government as well as K-12 education and examines some of the major property tax relief proposals.
Nebraska and Neighboring States’ Ag Property Taxes as a Percentage of State Net Farm Income Compared to US Average, 1950-2017
January 31, 2019
In Nebraska, agland property taxes have risen to historic levels in recent years as state net farm income has declined, leading to an agland property tax crunch for farm and ranch landowners. Nebraska’s agland property taxes as a share of state net farm income are 46% higher than for the US as a whole.