Weekly Radio Report

Jason Penke, farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board director from Craig, shares an update on soybean growing conditions in northeast Nebraska. He discusses recent weather patterns, field conditions and the factors growers are monitoring as the season progresses.

Mark Caspers, a farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board chairman from Auburn shares highlights from the U.S. Meat Export Federation spring conference and discusses how red meat exports help drive demand for soybean meal and create value for Nebraska soybean farmers.

Ray Lindhorst, farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board director from Blue Hill, shares an update on the growing season and discusses how field conditions are shaping progress for Nebraska soybean farmers. He highlights the importance of timely planting, favorable weather and continued management throughout the season.

Mike Tomes, farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board director from Utica, shares a soybean planting update and reflects on lessons from the 2023 growing season. He discusses how weather, field conditions and past challenges continue to shape decisions for Nebraska soybean farmers.

Blake Johnson, farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board director from Holdrege, discusses the Biodiesel Credit Program and how it helps promote the use of biodiesel across Nebraska. He highlights the value of biodiesel as a renewable, soybean-based fuel that supports Nebraska farmers, local communities and the state’s economy.

Jay Hanson, farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board district director from Mead, shares how NSB reviews research proposals and uses input from research advisors to help guide checkoff investments toward projects that support Nebraska soybean farmers and strengthen the future of the industry.

Eugene Goering, a farmer from Columbus and longtime member of the Nebraska Soybean Board, has devoted 12 years of service to the organization. He has served as chairman of the board and taken on leadership roles with other organizations that partner with the Nebraska Soybean Board, furthering opportunities for soybean farmers across the state.

Mark Caspers, farmer and Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) chairman from Auburn, recaps NSB’s September meeting. The board finalized its FY26 budget, among other items. Mark also shares an update from his area and previews the upcoming harvest.

Jenny Brhel with Nebraska Extension shares a late-season soybean scouting update, discussing end-of-year conditions and a few key factors from the growing season that could influence yield this fall. She also discusses a Nebraska On-Farm Research Network project in her area.