11/08/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 11/08/2024 14:58
A phrase folks involved in politics/policy-making often use is "elections have consequences;" referring to the policy ramifications that come following an election. However, in my mind, too many folks forget about the other side of that coin which is that sometimes the outcome of the election is often determined by the policy-making consequences of the previous election. NEFB senior director of national affairs Jordan Dux shares his observations after the election.
The Nebraska Farm Bureau (NEFB) recently submitted comments to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) supporting a request from the Nebraska Department of Agriculture for an emergency exemption to use the herbicide metamitron on sugar beets. This exemption is essential for combating Palmer amaranth, an aggressive weed that threatens the viability of Nebraska's sugar beet industry. Below are the key reasons for our support.
More than 80 people from across the 18 counties in the Mid-Plains Region attended the second 6 Regions, One Nebraska meeting in North Platte to support regional economic development. The group is diving deep into the current workforce situation in the region and needs your help! The Nebraska Department of Economic Development has released a survey aimed at Nebraska employers, focusing on hiring trends and attraction challenges. Your input will help tailor regional efforts to strengthen the workforce and make the community thrive.
Time is running out for thousands of farmers who may face steep fines and possible jail time for failing to file their businesses with the federal government. The Corporate Transparency Act of 2021 requires businesses to register any "beneficial owner" of a company by Jan. 1, 2025, in an effort to combat money laundering.
Bringing farmers and ranchers together to develop organizational policy and shape the future of agriculture! It's time to make your voice heard at the upcoming Policy Forum, Nov. 21 in Kearney! Join us for an engaging in-person meeting where YOU can weigh in on resolutions submitted by County Farm Bureaus.
Help students dive into the world of agriculture through the Ag Pen Pal Program! We are looking for passionate farmers and ranchers to connect with students across Nebraska, sparking curiosity about where our food, fiber, and fuel come from. Let's grow knowledge together! Become an Ag Pen Pal today!
Attention Nebraska farmers and ranchers! Are you looking for health coverage that fits your unique needs? We've got you covered with tailored health plans designed specifically for you and your family. Whether you're self-employed or run a small business, our comprehensive options provide the peace of mind you deserve.
Weather-related production risks are unavoidable on the farm or ranch. From heavy rain and hail to snow, high winds and drought, farm families prepare their land, plant and harvest each season, fully aware that their livelihoods depend on local weather conditions. While the scale of 2024 losses is still being tallied, it's critical to remember that the financial impacts of recent years' disasters continue to burden farmers. This Market Intel reports crop losses that were not insured through crop insurance, existed outside policies' coverage levels, or did not qualify under an existing risk management program.