Agricultural carbon markets are a way for corn farmers to combat climate change while potentially unlocking new revenue streams. These markets allow farmers to earn carbon credits using climate-friendly sustainable farming methods—such as no-till [...]
Nebraska's corn farmers use many strategies to raise abundant crops while also protecting the environment. One of these sustainable farming practices is to use no-till farming methods. Sometimes called zero tillage farming, no-till farming [...]
Farmers work long hours during harvest, racing to get their crop out of the fields and to market or storage before winter. Even though it's a relief to get through harvest, farmers don't take the [...]
Nebraska is one of the leading corn producers in the country, ranking third in corn production and second in the manufacturing of ethanol, a biofuel made from corn. However, corn also fuels the state's thriving [...]
Real change happens when people unite for a common goal. By working together, we can create a stronger collective impact. Nebraska corn farmers do just that with the Nebraska corn checkoff program, which creates [...]
A growing number of Nebraska corn farmers are embracing the power of cover crops. By growing cover crops after their corn is harvested, farmers use living plants to reduce soil erosion, promote healthy soil [...]
Nebraska corn farmers use a range of specialized equipment to grow their crops and care for the land. Tractors equipped with GPS technology enable precise planting and field mapping, ensuring efficient use of resources. [...]
Harvest is one of the busiest times of year for Nebraska corn farmers, but the days and weeks after harvest are a critically important part of growing corn. Once the corn is harvested from [...]
Corn harvest is a busy time in Nebraska. Combines roll up and down the fields, emptying load after load of golden kernels into a waiting truck or grain cart. Then, the freshly harvested kernels [...]
For much of the year, corn leaves are a brilliant green color. Sunshine, water and nutrients grow the kernels to be used for food, fuel and everyday products. However, as the summer turns into [...]
The Nebraska Corn Board, now in its 34th year of sponsoring agricultural internships, is committed to educating the next generation of agricultural leaders. These paid internships, offered in partnership with key industry leader organizations, [...]
Everyone is trying to make good choices these days. When it comes to filling your tank at the pump, Unleaded 88 stands out as the smart choice for your wallet and your car! Also [...]
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