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The Nebraska Soybean Board will hold its next meeting on June 28-29, 2023 at the Younes Conference Center located at 416 Talmadge Street, Kearney, Nebraska. Among conducting regular board business, the Board will review FY24 proposals and other new opportunities. The meeting is open to the public and will provide an opportunity for public discussion. The complete agenda for the meeting is available for inspection on the Nebraska Soybean Board website at www.nebraskasoybeans.org. About…
What if you could have an app that could tell you about the impact on yield and profit from different management practices? For example, how much profit could you make if you apply fungicide in your field? Or what soybean seeding rate will result in maximum profit? Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are looking for farmers to help with a survey called “Data-Driven Knowledge Project.” This survey will contribute to the creation of a new online cropping system optimization…
The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is proud to promote the Ready to Roll Soy Tire Giveaway, a promotion aimed at showcasing the numerous benefits of manufacturing with soybean oil instead of petroleum. As part of this campaign, NSB and other partners will be giving away one set of Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady® tires, which incorporate soybean oil in their tire formulation. The winner will be chosen on Monday, June 26, 2023. The soy-based tire giveaway campaign, now in its fourth…
Dr. Jim Specht, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln emeriti professor and Scottsbluff native, was recently awarded the first-ever Larry Tonniges Research Achievement Award. The award, which was made possible by the family of the late Larry Tonniges, a longtime Nebraska farmer who was dedicated to production research as part of the Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB), honors researchers who have made significant contributions to soybean research for NSB. Dr. Specht, who began at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln…
Today, Governor Jim Pillen designated the month of May as Renewable Fuels Month in Nebraska during a proclamation ceremony at the State Capitol. Renewable Fuels Month celebrates the crucial role that renewable fuels play in the state's economy, environment and energy security. As environmental issues continue to spark national discussions, both ethanol and biodiesel are well-suited to combat global warming and promote cleaner air. Ethanol blends can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by…
Renewable Fuels Month highlights the importance of renewable biofuels, such as ethanol and biodiesel, especially for Nebraskans. The month of May usually marks the beginning of the summer driving season, making it an ideal time to fuel up on clean and cost-saving biofuels. Both biodiesel and ethanol help to decrease America’s dependence on foreign oil, boost our nation’s economy, and support thousands of jobs in rural communities. Ethanol is the third largest Nebraska agriculture…
The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is now accepting proposals for the FY24 funding cycle that strategically align with four initiative areas: Farmer Support, Production & Crop Research, Community Engagement and Demand & Utilization. The funding cycle begins on October 1, 2023, and ends on September 30, 2024. All project plans should aim to benefit all Nebraska soybean farmers and address opportunities for research, education, promotion, or increasing the demand for soy. Interested…
The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is launching the DustLock™ Matching Funds Program to support the increased use of the soy-based product that improves dust control and road stabilization. The program will provide a funds match of up to $10,000 for each applicant or location looking to improve road conditions with a cost-effective alternative to other permanent surfaces. NSB staff and DustLock™ will review matching funds requests, and selected product applications will take…
Join soybean growers and consumers across the nation in celebrating Soy Foods Month this April. The United States is one of the top soybean producing countries in the world. Generally, more than 80 million acres of soybeans are grown in the country each year, and farmers are dedicated to meeting the world’s demand for this important crop in a sustainable way. Through soil and water conservation, crop rotation, and carbon net neutrality goals, U.S. soybean farmers provide nutritious,…