Brandy VanDeWalle

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USDA NASS Northern Plains Farm Labor Report

December 2, 2021
In the Northern Plains Region, the number of hired workers employed by farm and ranch operators was up 15% during the month of October, compared to last year.

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Corn harvest

Crop Progress: Nebraska Corn Harvest Nears End

November 23, 2021
For the week ending Nov. 21, 2021, corn and sorghum harvested were 95%.

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Crop Progress: Winter Wheat Condition 52% Good, 12% Excellent

December 2, 2021
In the final weekly crop progress update for the 2021 growing season, USDA NASS reported winter wheat condition at 52% good, 12% excellent.

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Farmland

Women in Agriculture's Love of the Land Conference to be Presented Virtually

December 2, 2021
Industry experts will discuss lease agreements, rental rates, crop and livestock insurance and more during this virtual program geared toward helping Nebraska farmers improve their business management skills.

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A Perfect Storm in Fertilizer Markets

December 2, 2021
Ag industry professionals review the elements at the root of steep increases in phosphorus and nitrogen fertilizers prices this year.

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Baled cornstalks
Cornstalk residue with downed ears baled and ready to use. (CropWatch file photo by Jenny Rees)

Valuing Cornstalk Bales

November 30, 2021
Baling corn residue might be a good option for additional roughage this year, but it's important to first calculate the value of cornstalk bales.

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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.

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Principles for Attracting and Retaining Quality Ag Employees Webinar — a Panel Discussion

November 30, 2021
Bob Milligan, professor emeritus from Cornell University, will discuss several key principles that can help farm and ranch owners improve their employee management skills and retain quality employees.

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