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The Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) and Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) are partnering to improve grain bin safety by donating two grain rescue tubes and two training sessions to fire and rescue departments in Nebraska. In collaboration with Nationwide and the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS), this initiative aims to equip rural fire and rescue teams with the knowledge and tools to respond to grain bin entrapments effectively. Grain bin accidents remain a significant…
Making the Connection 7,845 Miles from a Nebraska Soybean Farm Article & Photos by: Ritz Ag Consulting, Inc Now that Nebraska soybean farmers have finished a successful harvest, many often wonder about the journey of their soybeans after delivering them to the local elevators. According to the USDA, 50-60% of U.S. soybeans are exported as whole beans, and 28% of soybean meal is shipped to customers worldwide. The Nebraska Soybean Board invests some of your checkoff dollars…
The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) will hold its next meeting March 10-11, 2025 at NSB’s office located at 4625 Innovation Drive, Lincoln, Nebraska. Among conducting regular business, the Board will review FY26 production research proposals and other new opportunities. The meeting is open to the public after lunch on Monday and will provide an opportunity for discussion. The complete agenda for the meeting is available for inspection on the Nebraska Soybean Board website at www.nebraskasoybeans.org…
Back in December, Gregg Fujan of Weston was reappointed to the United Soybean Board (USB), bringing his experience and dedication back to the national soybean checkoff program. A soybean and corn farmer, Fujan has previously served on USB and was a former chairman of the Nebraska Soybean Board. He also led the North Central Soybean Research Program as president. Greg is one of four farmer-leaders representing Nebraska on USB, helping drive initiatives that enhance profitability and market…
This year, the Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is seeking soybean farmers to represent their fellow farmers in Districts 2, 4 and 8. The candidacy petition period began on December 1 and concludes on April 15. The following districts are up for election this year: District 2: Counties of Burt, Cuming, Dakota, Dixon, Stanton, Thurston and Wayne District 4: Counties of Boone, Hamilton, Merrick, Nance, Platte, Polk and York District 8: Counties of Arthur,…
The Nebraska Soybean Board will hold its next meeting on January 30, 2025 at the Holthus Convention Center located at 3130 Holen Ave., York, Nebraska. The Board will conduct regular business. 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 the Nebraska Soybean Board: The nine-member Nebraska Soybean Board…
The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) is seeking soybean farmers interested in filling two of Nebraska’s four director positions with the United Soybean Board (USB), for a three-year term. "Nebraska farmers have always been leaders in shaping the future of the soybean industry, and serving on the United Soybean Board is an incredible opportunity to make an even greater impact," says Andy Chvatal, NSB executive director. "Your insights can help guide investments that…
The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) convened its inaugural board meeting for fiscal year 2025 on November 25–26, 2024, in Lincoln. During this meeting, restructuring of both the board and committees transpired alongside routine board business. The newly elected officers, chosen to lead the board for a one-year term, are as follows: Chairman: Mark Caspers – District 5 Vice Chairman: Greg Anderson – At Large Secretary: Mike Tomes – District 6…
