USDA NASS to Collect 2023 Crop Production and Stocks Data
November 30, 2023
Results of the survey will be published Jan. 12, 2024 in the Crop Production Annual Summary and the quarterly Grain Stocks report on USDA NASS's site.
Northern Plains Farm Labor for 2023
November 30, 2023
The number of workers hired directly by farm operators on farms and ranches in the Northern Plains is down slightly from 2022, and wages are up across the board.
USDA Announces 2022 Census of Agriculture Data Release Details
November 29, 2023
The 2022 Census of Agriculture data will be released online on Feb. 13, 2024.
USDA Invites Agriculture Producers to Share Input in 2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey
November 29, 2023
Producer input through the survey will aid USDA’s efforts to promote efficient irrigation practices and long-term sustainability of water resources across the United States.
Crop Progress: Winter Wheat at 49% Good-Excellent Condition
November 28, 2023
With harvest complete in Nebraska, USDA NASS crop progress reports will transition to a monthly publication schedule until the 2024 growing season begins in April.
Crop Progress: Corn, Sorghum Harvest at 95% Complete
November 20, 2023
As of Nov. 19, corn and sorghum harvest reached 95% complete. While pasture conditions remained unchanged, soil moisture supplies improved slightly.
Nebraska Crop Production Report for November 2023
November 14, 2023
Nebraska crop production forecasts continue to indicate a banner year for sorghum, at a 153% increase compared to 2022. Corn, sugarbeet and potato production is also up, while soybean production is slightly down.
Crop Progress: Soil Moisture, Pasture Conditions Decline
November 14, 2023
Soil moisture supplies and pasture conditions in Nebraska were on a downward trend as of Nov. 12. Corn and sorghum harvest remain on track, with less than 10% of each crop to be finished.