Cory Walters - Extension Grain Economist

Cory Walters

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Assoc Professor Agricultural Economics University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Work Filley Hall (FYH) 304B

Lincoln NE 68583-0922

Work 402-472-0366 On campus, dial 2-0366

cwalters7@unl.edu

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Faculty Bio

Man filling out tax forms at desk — For farmers and ranchers, having investments like a retirement account can help mitigate risk. Often, retirement funds grow at a higher rate than inflation, protecting a person’s purchasing power later in life.

One-Participant 401(k): Saving for Retirement and Reducing Taxes

January 31, 2024

Insights on saving for retirement and reducing tax liability for self-employed farmers and ranchers.

Phone displaying IRS website and cash money — According to USDA, only 40% of farm households participate in some type of retirement account.

One-Participant 401(k) as a Tool for Farmers and Ranchers

January 31, 2024

Center for Ag Profitability experts review features of the One-Participant 401(k), which helps self-employed individuals and their spouses save money for retirement and reduce taxable income.

Corn field under center pivot — A water-saving strategy, deficit irrigation represents an important concept in managing water use through irrigation as groundwater depletion rises across the U.S.

The Economics of Deficit Irrigation Utilizing Soil Moisture Probes

December 15, 2023

Cornhusker Economics experts examine the financial impact on producers using a deficit irrigation strategy in corn.

Farmer on tractor — Part one of a two-part series from Cornhusker Economics, this article describes the approach taken to understand how tractor fuel efficiencies have evolved since the introduction of EPA tiers. The second part of the series will identify the impact of EPA tiers on fuel efficiency through an econometric analysis.

Diesel Tractor Fuel Efficiency and Exhaust Emissions Standards

November 16, 2023

Cornhusker Economics experts examine the impact of fuel efficiencies as exhaust emission standards evolved in stringency from their beginning in 1996 to today’s standard.

Suggestions for Planning for Rising Fertilizer Prices and Bull Markets

November 30, 2021

Extension educators review how Nebraska farmers can make the best purchase decisions for 2022 as fertilizer and input prices continue to rise.

Now is the Time to Use the Nutrients You are Banking in Your Soils

October 20, 2021

With the recent increase in fertilizer prices, it is more important than ever to use the right amount of fertilizer to maximize the economic returns. Applying too little or too much fertilizer can result in substantial economic loss.

harvested soybeans in a grain trailer — United Soybean Board

The Economics of Corn and Soybean Harvest Moisture

October 13, 2023

A review of the financial implications of beginning harvest and harvesting through varying moisture levels to help producers determine the optimal time to begin harvest.

corn field with center pivot irrigation — Photo by Glennis McClure

Preparing Yourself for Corn Under $3 Per Bushel

August 3, 2020

The market rally following the June 30 USDA Acreage report has come and gone. So, now what? This article will discuss the price probabilities for the last half of 2020 and how to prepare for farm survival.