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By Wesley Wach, NSB Demand & Utilization Coordinator Norfolk Crush After years in the making, increased domestic soybean utilization is arriving in Nebraska, with ribbon cuttings to prove it. The demand for soybean oil to be used in renewable fuels like biomass-based diesel (BBD) has led to soybean crush facility developments across the country. However, some of these projects have stalled due to supply chain issues and tightening margins. Despite this, Norfolk Crush in Norfolk…
By Liz Hamm, CommonGround Nebraska Coordinator As the new Program Coordinator for CommonGround Nebraska, I’m thrilled to help amplify the voices of women in agriculture across our state. I grew up as the fifth generation on our family farm just outside of Stromsburg, where we grow soybeans, corn and raise cattle. Agriculture has always been a huge part of who I am. Most of my professional career has been in Extension/4-H Youth Development and community engagement roles, both…
For over 25 years, growers have benefited from the latest advancements in soybean production, management and marketing at Soybean Management Field Days. This year marks the second year that the Soybean Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS) competition highlights are included in the field days, including lessons from last year’s contest and progress this season. The field days provide an opportunity to learn about cutting-edge soybean management, production practices and technologies,…
We look forward to you joining us for the 27th year of Soybean Management Field Days (SMFD), this August 12th through the 15th. The 27th year of the program will feature two formats. Three locations across Nebraska will host an evening program from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night. At these programs, we will focus on giving updates on relevant, local soybean topics and give you an opportunity for dialogue with University of Nebraska- Lincoln researchers and the Nebraska…
Nebraska soybean farmers know a good rain is worth its weight in gold. And while Mother Nature delivered some much-needed moisture this spring, we’re all approaching August with the long game in mind. Dry spells in recent years and the unpredictability of what comes next have sharpened the focus on how to work smarter with water. “We’re in a better spot than we were at this time in years prior, like in 2023,” said Bruno P. Lena, PhD, water and cropping systems…
While global trade issues have created uncertainty in recent weeks, global demand for U.S. red meat remains strong. In 2024, U.S. pork exports eclipsed previous highs in volume and value, and despite an uncertain trade environment in 2025, pork exports have dipped only slightly through April. Export market diversification has been a key goal for the U.S. pork industry and broad-based market development growth is helping sustain long-term growth (see chart below). In 2024, pork exports achieved…
The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) will hold its next meeting July 1-2, 2025, at its office located at 4625 Innovation Drive in Lincoln, Nebraska. Among conducting regular board business, the Board will review FY26 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 NSB website at www.nebraskasoybeans.org. About the Nebraska Soybean…
Ask any farm family around here what they're listening to while working the fields, and they’ll tell you, “The game’s on.” Since 2023, Husker Athletics, Arrow Stage Lines, and the Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) have taken that pride on the road with a biodiesel partnership. “Biodiesel not only promotes the use of locally grown feedstocks but also aligns perfectly with the sustainability goals of the University,” said Andy Chvatal, NSB executive…
The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) participated in the Nebraska State Fire School expo in Grand Island earlier this month, collaborating with Cross Plains Solutions to inform fire departments about SoyFoam™ TF 1122, a soy-based firefighting foam. NSB distributed 15 sample pails at the expo to fire departments statewide and plans to provide additional samples to more departments later this year. SoyFoam™ TF 1122 is designed to suppress fires effectively while prioritizing…
