The weather was not kind to Iowa and Nebraska farmers over the past year when mostly La Niña conditions prevailed. National Weather Service Omaha Meteorologist Taylor Nicolaisen will discuss the latest long range outlook and El Niño’s possible influence on moisture and temperatures in the mid-Missouri River Valley this winter. About the Speaker Taylor Nicolaisen [...]

Staying on top of production costs is imperative for farmers. Many farm management solutions claim to provide costs of production, but most are manually entered numbers via multiple spreadsheets or with outdated software. Traction Ag’s cloud-based accounting is built just for farmers and makes it easy to access production costs and profit per bushel. About [...]

The grain marketing podcast Grain IQ is dedicated to bringing timely, useful information to grain producers. The podcast features trusted analysts and advisors to help you, the grain producer, be more profitable on your operation. Join the Grain IQ team at the Nebraska Ag Expo ExpoEDU stage for an in-depth discussion on this year’s crop [...]

Given the rapid change in the agricultural industry, including aging farmers and ranchers, consolidation, globalization, and increased regulation and volatility in the markets and the operating environment, succession planning for farm and ranch families has become more complex and critical than ever. This presentation will cover a range of issues and considerations in agricultural estate [...]

Want to be part of a live TV audience? Here’s your opportunity! Join Market Journal Host Bryce Doeschot with industry experts at the Nebraska Ag Expo! During the 30-minute taping session, you’ll hear the latest information to help you make agricultural business decisions. The show will feature: Market commentary and analysis Weather outlook Agricultural policy [...]

The presentation will be a training session on utilizing CME put options and federal crop insurance/livestock risk protection (LRP) to protect grain and livestock prices. InsureAg Owner/Agent Mark Frank will cover the pros and cons of each and how they work together to manage risk using real time examples, interactive excel worksheets, and web based [...]

By focusing on soil fertility basics and responsible nutrient management, growers can make a major impact on their soil’s long-term health—setting them up to reap the benefits like improved nutrient cycling, water holding capacity, reduced erosion, and more. Along with productivity gains, producers can be rewarded for enrolling acres in these conservation practices. About the [...]

Mutual of Omaha Financial Advisor Dana Troske and Estate Planning Law Group of Blazek & Gregg Attorney Jerrod Gregg have been assisting farm clients with their succession planning for many years. In this session, they will demonstrate their understanding of the unique concerns that farm families have when it comes to maintaining the integrity of [...]

Are you curious about transitioning to organic agriculture? Join us for an informative session on the ExpoEDU stage. The Nebraska Organic Crop Improvement Association and OCIA International will take the spotlight to present an overview of USDA's Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) followed by the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) with Nick Streff, who [...]

Amid the agricultural landscape, spray drones have emerged as a prominent topic. This technology sparks inquiries regarding its potential return on investment, practicality, effectiveness, and streamlined operation. The Agri Spray Drones team, standing at the forefront as the nation's foremost distributor, brings valuable insights cultivated through hands-on involvement in real-world farm applications. In this session, [...]

Many producers are hesitant to try new products or transition to regenerative practices due to the perceived production risk associated with these products and practices. This panel discussion organized by Sentinel Fertigation and moderated by KTIC Radio Host Chad Moyer will cover how technology can be used alongside regenerative practices (cover crops, no till, manure, [...]

Learn how Farm Credit Services of America is dedicating resources focused on enhancing young and beginning producers’ business and financial acumen. About Farm Credit Services of America Farm Credit Services of America is a leading provider of credit and insurance services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses and rural residents in Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wyoming. [...]

Looking to maximize the health of your soil? Are you interested in leveraging soil microbes to improve soil health, fertilizer efficiency, crop residue management, and yield? It’s no secret that soil health is important. Healthy soils can affect a number of results including crop yield, disease suppression, nutrient availability, and more. In this presentation, Holganix [...]

Enhanced efficiency fertilizers (EEF) are forms of fertilizer, including nitrogen fertilizers, designed to reduce nutrient losses to the environment and increase nutrient availability to crops. These fertilizers can either slow the release of nutrients for uptake or alter the conversion of nutrients to other forms that may be less susceptible to losses. There are many [...]