News Releases
Young leaders learn about U.S. agriculture and corn policy during annual D.C. leadership mission
LINCOLN, Neb. – Nine young leaders visited Washington, D.C. July 15-19, 2018 to learn about corn policy development, explore American agriculture outside of the Midwest, and visit with congressional leaders and agribusinesses. The trip was sponsored by the Nebraska Corn Board and is designed to encourage young leaders to take an active role in the agricultural industry. “Through the [...]
Nebraska corn farmers shape ag policy during Corn Congress in Washington, D.C.
WASHINGTON – Corn leaders from across the country met in Washington, D.C. this week for the biannual Corn Congress hosted by the National Corn Growers Association. During Corn Congress, more than 100 farmer-delegates gathered in the nation’s capital to discuss policy for U.S. corn production. Due to the downturn in the ag economy, much of the discussions focused on [...]
Nebraska Corn congratulates Deb Gangwish on her election to the NCGA corn board
WASHINGTON – At the National Corn Growers Association’s biannual Corn Congress event, Deb Gangwish was elected to serve on NCGA’s corn board. Deb is a farmer from Shelton, Nebraska, and is a director for the Nebraska Corn Growers Association. “I am humbled and honored to have been selected to serve in this role,” said Gangwish. “I’m excited to hit [...]
Water – Spring 2018
In this issue of CornsTalk, you’ll discover how Nebraska corn farmers are continually improving their use of Nebraska’s most precious resource—water—and how their corn checkoff investments are funding innovative programs designed to ensure an abundant supply of water for all of us. To download the full publication, click here.
Nebraska Corn disappointed by Chinese tariffs
LINCOLN, Neb. – This morning, President Trump announced his plans to move forward with Section 301 tariffs on $50 billion in Chinese imports. The first round, $34 billion in tariffs, would go into effect July 6, 2018. The remaining tariffs are expected to be implemented at a later date by the U.S. Trade Representative. Following the announcement, China’s Ministry [...]
Nebraska Corn Board seeks director for District 8
LINCOLN, Neb. – The Nebraska Corn Board is seeking applicants for its District 8 region, which includes Sioux, Dawes, Box Butte, Sheridan, Scotts Bluff, Banner, Kimball, Morrill, Cheyenne, Garden, Deuel, Cherry, Keya Paha, Brown, Rock, Grant, Hooker, Thomas, Blaine, Loup, Arthur, McPherson, Logan, Custer, Keith, Lincoln, Perkins, Chase, and Dundy counties. The position was reopened in an effort to [...]
Ethanol Industry Leaders from South East Asia Visit Nebraska
Sioux City, Nebraska – On the heels of the Ethanol Summit of the Asia Pacific held this week in Minneapolis, 20 high-level South East Asian government and industry representatives will tour Nebraska this week to see firsthand the full production and value chain of ethanol in the United States. “We appreciate the Nebraska Corn Board hosting this important group [...]
Corn Board to Meet
LINCOLN, NEB. - The Nebraska Corn Board will hold its next meeting on Friday, June 8, 2018 at Cattle National Bank & Trust, 104 South 5th Street in Seward, Nebraska. The meeting is open to the public, providing the opportunity for public comment. The Board will conduct regular board business, consider funding requests and set the budget for fiscal year [...]
Nebraska Corn Board Vacancies
Note: This news release has been updated to indicate Jon Holzfaster, the current District 8 director, will not seek reappointment. LINCOLN, Neb. - Notice is hereby given that the terms for three members of the Nebraska Corn Development, Utilization and Marketing Board will expire June 30, 2018. The members represent Districts 6, 7, and 8. District #6 Includes the [...]
Gov. Ricketts Proclaims May as Renewable Fuels Month in Nebraska
LINCOLN, Neb. – During an official proclamation ceremony on May 7, 2018, Nebraska Gov. Pete Ricketts proclaimed the month of May as Renewable Fuels Month. Since 2006, the acting Nebraska governor has dedicated one month out of each year to recognize the importance of renewable biofuels to the state. Currently, over 90% of all fuel in Nebraska, is blended [...]
