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National Pollinator Week begins June 22
Every year since 2007, one week in June has been designated as National Pollinator Week. In 2020, this week-long celebration will be held June 22-28. National Pollinator Week kicks off June 22 and runs through June 28. Since its unanimous approval by the U.S. Senate 13 years ago, the week is designated as a time to not [...]
Nebraska Corn Board seeks director for District 3
The Nebraska Corn Board has extended its deadline for its District 3 Director, which includes Hamilton, Merrick, Polk and York counties. The Nebraska Corn Board is seeking petitions for its District 3 Director, which includes Hamilton, Merrick, Polk and York counties. The position was reopened in an effort to seek candidates from the District and allow enough [...]
Renewable Fuels Month spotlights benefits of homegrown fuel options
Across the U.S., motorists are having access to higher blends of ethanol at select retailers. May is typically the kick-off to the summer driving season and has historically been a time Nebraska’s renewable fuels industries have come together to highlight the importance of clean-burning biofuel options. However, due to COVID-19 concerns, Renewable Fuels Month was postponed and will [...]
Motorists in North Platte now have increased access to cleaner burning fuel options
Blender pumps at the Kwik Stop at 1421 South Dewey Street in North Platte now offer E15, E30 and E85. Motorists in North Platte now have even more opportunities to fuel their vehicles with higher blends of locally-produced ethanol at two Kwik Stop locations. Both stations (one located at 1421 South Dewey Street and the other at [...]
Nebraska corn farmers to invest nearly $2.7 billion to plant 10.5 million acres
Corn planting season has begun in Nebraska, and farmers are expected to invest nearly $2.7 billion into this year’s crop. Nebraska corn farmers will plant 10.5 million acres of corn in 2020 according to the latest Prospective Plantings report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This is nearly a 4% increase from last year’s total [...]
Nebraska Corn Board’s latest CornsTalk focused on ag sustainability arrives in time for Earth Day
The latest “CornsTalk” publication is entitled “Sustainability” is available now. To view this content, visit NECornsTalk.com or email ncb.info@nebraska.gov to request a printed copy. Residents across the state of Nebraska who subscribe to at least one local weekly or daily newspaper received something extra last week. The latest “CornsTalk” publication was distributed as an insert in all [...]
Nebraska Corn urges farmers to be prepared as the growing season approaches
Farming has always been an unpredictable business. Each year, factors like weather conditions, market price fluctuations and input prices can all lead to uncertainty. This year is shaping up to be no exception as the world grapples with COVID-19. This virus is particularly worrisome, as it spreads easily and symptoms can vary drastically, if infected. Nebraska farmers have always [...]
Nebraska Corn Board partners with Lexington Ampride to offer higher ethanol blends
This blender pump is one of four new blender pumps motorists can now use when they visit Lexington Ampride (2700 Plum Creek Parkway). In addition to the standard 10% ethanol blend, flex fuel vehicle owners have the option to also choose E20, E30 and E85. Motorists living near or traveling through Lexington now have opportunities to refuel [...]
Nebraska Corn Board cancels March board meeting in wake of Coronavirus concerns
The Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) has canceled its upcoming board meeting originally scheduled for March 24-25, 2020 in Lincoln. The decision was made following recent guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), President Trump and Gov. Ricketts to limit gatherings to 10 people or less to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Supporting Teachers and Youth Through Ag Education
One of the Nebraska Corn Board’s (NCB) four main pillars is education, and the board works to develop and implement educational programs with an impact. Over its 42-year history, NCB has helped people of all ages and backgrounds better understand the state’s corn industry. As fewer people are growing up and residing in rural areas, a larger gap exists [...]
