January 2014 Nebraska Farm Bureau News

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32 ISSUE 1
JANUARY 22, 2014
Nebraska
Farm Bureau News
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Nebraska Policy Idea Goes National

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County Farm Bureau Your Idea
Farm Bureau Membership Is About You!

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It starts with YOU!

National Policy to AFBF Convention
Everything's BIG in Texas at AFBF Convention

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State Legislative Policy Committee
State Voting Delegates
Your Idea Becomes Policy
Wind Energy Discussed in Nebraska

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The Value of Nebraska Water

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AFBF Annual Convention San Antonio, Texas Jan. 11-15, 2014
Things To Do to Put Your Policy in Action

Drones: The Sky's the Limit page B8
Build relationships with state and national leaders Share your story through FB-ACT. See more on page A2.
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Nebraska Farm Bureau News
The Presidents Message

By Steve Nelson, President Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation
Water Conservation Not New to Farmers

enhance efficiency. In some cases, farmers are using subsoil irrigation systems that put water directly into the crops root zone. New technologies in seed varieties that use less water, developed through research at land-grant universities and private companies, also are making their way into Nebraska crop fields. Changes in tillage practices, cropping rotations and adjusting plant populations are other tools used to save water. Its the combination of all of these that allows us to help raise food using less water. These changes are being made to not only help us be better farmers but because of a belief that we have an obligation and responsibility for preserving water resources for the next generations not just those that live on the farm. Despite our efforts, we cant escape the fact that raising food requires water. We all need to eat. And in Nebraska, irrigation has implications beyond the dinner plate. A Nebraska Farm Bureau-funded study released earlier this year showed that irrigation contributes $11 billion to Nebraskas economy. It also creates more than 30,000 Nebraska jobs, which, if all were located in one county, would be Nebraskas 10th largest. The connection among irrigation, food production, jobs and Nebraskas broader economy is the reason we believe so strongly that managing our water resources is a statewide issue. Innovations and improvements in water conservation will continue on the farm, but we all share some responsibility in helping ensure we have sound longterm water policy. This includes developing the water programs, projects and activities needed to make sure water continues to be available to all of Nebraskas water users in the future.
Farm Bureaus Agricultural Contact Team (FB-ACT) is the Nebraska Farm Bureau Federations grassroots action network. When we reach out to state lawmakers or Congress, we impact the decisions they make. FB-ACT advances agricultural and rural interests by connecting elected officials to those people who matter most their constituents. Passing legislation that supports our issues is a challenging process that requires active participation by our members. You can make a difference by:
Top 4 Ways to Advocate
SEND A LETTER As a constituent, your lawmakers and political appointees know that you are the key to their understanding of issues important to you. They want and need to hear from you on issues you consider important. MAKE A PHONE CALL When you need to get in touch with your lawmaker immediately, and dont have the time to craft a letter or email, thats when its time to use the most common method of communicating with your lawmakers make a phone call!
MEET FACE TO FACE By far, the most effective way to articulate your views to your elected officials and positively affect the outcome of legislation and of policy debates is to speak with lawmakers face to face. LETTER TO THE EDITOR You can send a letter to the editor to many newspapers via email rather than hand-writing them. Go to our online Legislative Action Center to find media outlets in your area, and send them a message. It only takes a minute. For more information about getting involved in FB-ACT visit nefb.org or call 402-421-4409.
Dec. 16 Omaha World-Herald editorial raises an opportunity to hold more discussion about the expansion of irrigated acres on Nebraska farms. The editorial was based on a University of NebraskaLincoln Agricultural Economics piece that pointed out the growing trend of dryland farm acres being converted to irrigated acres and the possibility that sometime down the road well have more irrigated than dryland acres in our state. The editorial rightly points out the importance of Nebraskans embracing sound water conservation ideas, but it may have led some readers to believe that more irrigated acres means more water use. While it would be easy to jump to that conclusion, that thinking misses out on one very important point: Nebraska farmers have been working to get better at conserving water using new practices and new technologies. The proof is in the numbers. According to the most recent data from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the number of irrigated acres in Nebraska increased from 7.8 million in 2000 to 8.3 million in 2005. (The 2010 data from the USGS are expected sometime in late 2014.) During that same timeframe, the amount of irrigation water used in Nebraska actually declined from 9.8 million acre-feet per year in 2000 to 9.4 million acre-feet per year in 2005. How is it possible to have more irrigated acres but use less water? Many farmers have aggressively worked to better manage how water is used on the farm. From the equipment used to the seeds put in the soil, the goal for most is to get more out of each drop of water. Today, technology and new conservation practices are allowing farmers to monitor applications and collect data to aid in making timely decisions about when and where to apply water to help ensure they are conserving and enhancing efficiency. Farmers now have the ability to do a better job of measuring their crops water use, water needs and keep tabs on soil moisture content. Many farmers are on the path of converting from gravity irrigation systems to center-pivot irrigation systems that
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COUNTY NEWS
Stumpf Family Gift Supports Ag Research at University of Nebraska
A generous gift of more than $3 million provides the University of Nebraska with potential to take wheat breeding and cropping systems research to a new level of innovation not seen since the early days of plant genetics. Marvin H. Stumpf III of Grant, Neb., and member of the Perkins County Farm Bureau, has made the gift to the University of Nebraska Foundation to establish the Stumpf Family Research and Development Fund to support agricultural research and university extension services. The contribution includes a $1 million outright gift and donation of 640 acres of land in Perkins county, located in southwest Nebraska, with an appraised market value of more than $2 million. This gift is about honoring my family and our Nebraska heritage, Marvin Stumpf said. This state has meant so much to generations of my family, and its a privilege to give back in a way that will further agricultural research and service well into the future. Ronnie Green, University of Nebraska vice president and Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Harlan vice chancellor, said Marvin Stumpfs rich and active legacy will live on through these gifts providing researchers, faculty and students the opportunity to make new discoveries on his land. Perkins County Farm Bureau Marvin Stumpf (left) gave a gift of $1 million and 640 acres appraised at $2 million to the University of Nebraska for wheat breeding and cropping systems research. Stumpf is pictured with former Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation President Keith Olsen, also a Perkins County Farm Bureau member. We are excited about the additional opportunities this donation creates for the wheat industry in Nebraska and even more excited about the future impact our partnership will have on our state, region and world since as much as 50 percent of Nebraskas wheat is annually exported to international markets, Green said. The wheat industry is big business in Nebraska, with between 65 and 75 million bushels grown each year. Archie Clutter, dean of the Agricultural Research Division at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, said, UNLs robust wheat to Nebraska to help his parents, Henry J. and Darlene Stumpf, with the family farm. Through hard work and determination, the family built the farm into a successful enterprise in Perkins county where Stumpf continues to live and work. The familys use of dryland cropping techniques, combined with organic farming experience, are the tangible results of their willingness to experiment with new ideas while using the land to its fullest potential. In making this gift to the university, Marvin Stumpf said he wishes to honor the legacy of his family, including his late wife, Pearl Stumpf, his grandparents, Henry J. and Margaret Stumpf, his parents Henry J. and Darlene Stumpf, and his wifes late husband, Sam Peterson. The Stumpf family devoted their lives to acquiring and improving their land through the use of good farm management practices, Green said. Their desire to honor the hard work and sacrifices of their family members by using the property for the benefit of the citizens of Nebraska and U.S. is commendable. The gift also provides support to the University of Nebraskas current fundraising initiative, the Campaign for Nebraska: Unlimited Possibilities, and a top priority to increase support for agriculture and life sciences programs.
and cropping-systems research programs will grow even stronger with the help of this generous gift from the Stumpf family. This Perkins county location will add important representation of high-plains, semi-arid production to the UNL system of integrated research and allow accelerated progress in the development and application of new plant science biotechnologies. A Nebraska native, Marvin Stumpf worked for the U.S. Postal Service in Denver and received a degree from Metropolitan State University in Denver. He returned
New Northeast Regional Director of Membership Hired

Megan Kvols of Laurel, Neb., has accepted the Northeast Regional Director of Membership position within the membership department. Kvols replaces Clark Kinnison, who retired in November, Del Ficke, director of membership services, said Jan. 10. Kvols first day with Nebraska Farm Bureau will be Jan. 27. We are very excited to make this announcement. We look forward to Megan coming in to our Farm Bureau family, building new relationships and continuing our efforts to place a stronger emphasis on membership, he said. Megan and her husband, Greg, operate a corn and soybean farm near Laurel and are members of Cedar County Farm Bureau. They also help oversee a family cow/calf operation near Whitney. Megan is currently operating her own publishing company in which she has published four childrens books and she is also providing freelance writing services to a variety of online companies. She has several years of corporate sales and management experience including four years of being a district sales manager for Corporate Avon. She was a 2002 honors graduate from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where she majored in elementary education and social sciences. Right after college she taught kindergarten and first grades at GreeleyWolbach schools and then third and fourth grades in the Omaha Public schools. Kvols brings an excellent skill set to the position in terms of communications, marketing and sales experience as well as a passion for agriculture that should serve our members, County Farm Bureaus and Nebraska Farm Bureau well in the northeast district, Ficke said. She and her husband have a four-year-old daughter, Elizabeth, and two-year-old twin boys, Jake and Grant.
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MEMBER BENEFITS
Working for You, the Members

Whats good for the two million members of American Farm Bureau is good for the nation. 1958 American Farm Bureau Federation
The quote above isnt history its absolutely relevant to our organization today. We wanted to start this year off with a message to our membership. Then you wont see us, because well be behind the scenes working for you. This organization isnt about us its about you! Its about your work ethic and innovation and experience you bring to the table. What are we working on for you? Heres a snapshot for 2014: Expansion of the Elite Century Club membership We had the opportunity recently to talk about the Century Club membership at Annual Convention. This is an amazing opportunity. Its simply $100 with $50 going directly back to the counties to do the most important work we do in this organization at the grassroots level. Currently we have just 380 Century Club members in this elite group. With 56,500 paid members at the writing of this article, the opportunity to expand the impact of these dollars in your backyard are tremendous. We want to talk to current members about upgrading and expand our reach through this great program. Membership in the Century Club demonstrates a sincere belief and deep connection with the core mission of our organization. Simply call 800-742-4016 to expand your membership. Strong Agriculture = Strong Voices Our organization is strong when members engage in two areas policy development and agricultural education. We are dedicated to connecting members to the vital work being done through the Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and the governmental relations arm of our Federation family. Our mission has an avenue for every God-given talent and strength to be utilized. Were also building bridges with new partners who are excited to be associated with us. Nebraska Farm Bureau doesnt look like one farm or just one type of person who wants to help feed their neighbor. This organization must reflect the diversity of this great state unified together to create policy and educational opportunities to build relationships and remove barriers that inhibit our rural spaces and places from maximizing their potential. Deepening our Relationship with Insurance At the Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation, we understand we arent in the insurance business our mission is built around rural policy and agricultural education. However, we recognize the value of our relationship with our friends who are enhancing the lives of our neighbors through insurance services. Their work helps keep our members in business and their families secure. Hands down, without these partners our organization would not thrive and grow. Broadening Benefits that Truly Benefit You We are taking a deep dive into our current benefit portfolio and reaching out to some great new partners to offer some super benefits for you! While benefits enhance our membership, we recognize the complete value is best told alongside our Federation story. You can explore our current benefits by searching Membership Benefits at nefb.org. Watch for an exciting, enhanced benefits story to unfold throughout the next year and into 2015. Farmer Veteran Coalition In the months ahead, watch the newspaper and other publications regarding our new partnership on the state level with the national Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC). On Sept. 18, we will be holding our first annual membership event to support FVC and draw attention to their important work in a very fitting venue Seward, Neb., the Fourth of July City. The FVC is an organization aimed at mobilizing veterans to enter agriculture and help feed America while rebuilding rural communities. What better way to welcome these heroes home than to open up opportunities in agriculture? Addressing the Hunger Issue at Home There are roughly 243,000 Nebraskans who are food insecure among us. Who is more equipped to help address the most critical issue of our time than those who answer that higher-calling of raising food each day, and who are stewards of the precious resources of the land and water that are so vital to all of our futures? President Steve Nelson launched this effort in the December newspaper. The Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation along with the Food Bank of Lincoln and Food Bank for the Heartland are working together to help develop targeted opportunities for our members to be part of the solution on the complicated issue of hunger at the local and statewide level. Most Importantly, We Recognize We Work for You Were extremely proud of our membership department in Lincoln and our regional directors of membership out in the field who are closest to our mission every day. They are motivated to serve you and strengthen our mission. Were devoted to collaboration. Were a team at the Federation, and that means were family working toward goals that make this organization work for you our members. Bottom line: If we arent working together, we arent working for you! Whats good for our members is good for our nation. That has always been true, and with your help will be true for generations to come. Signed,
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If you want to submit your own recipes, and photos if you have them, send via email to tarag@nefb.org.
Bread Recipes
Crusty Baguettes in 30 Minutes
Ingredients 2 cups very warm water (105-110 F) 1 packet yeast 2 tablespoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 3-4 cups flour Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 425 F. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the warm water, yeast and sugar. Set the bowl on top of your preheating oven for 10 minutes. 3. Stir in the salt and add the flour a half cup at a time, until the dough becomes soft, but not sticky. Knead the dough until elastic. 4. Cut the dough into four even pieces. Roll each piece into a long thin rope. Twist two of the ropes together to form one loaf. Twist the other two ropes together to form a second loaf. Transfer both loaves onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 5. You can bake the loaves right away or allow to rise for 15-30 minutes on top of a warm oven. 6. Fill a large bowl with 3-4 cups of ice. Open your hot oven and place the baking sheet with the baguettes inside, then toss the ice cubes on the bottom of the oven and quickly shut the door. DO NOT open your oven for 15 minutes. Bake the baguettes for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. 7. Serve fresh and hot with pasta or cool and use for appetizers calling for slices of baguettes. Yield: 2 loaves
Sweet Potato Mini Loaves with Orange Cinnamon Honey Butter

Mini Loaves Ingredients 1 cup warm water 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 envelope) 1/4 cup + 1 teaspoon sugar 2/3 cup mashed sweet potato 1 egg 1/4 cup melted butter, cooled 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 3 1/2 -4 cups bread flour
Butter Ingredients 6 tablespoons butter, softened 4 tablespoons honey Zest from 1/2 orange 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Homemade English Muffins

Ingredients 1 cup milk 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons honey 1 cup warm water (105-110 F) 1 packet yeast 2 tablespoons cornmeal 5 to 5 1/2 cups flour + extra for rolling dough 1 teaspoon salt Directions 1. In a small saucepan, heat milk, butter and honey until the butter is melted. Let cool slightly (be sure it isnt hotter than 110 F). 2. Sprinkle yeast over the warm water, mix lightly and set aside for 10 minutes. 3. Combine the yeast and milk mixtures. 4. In a large bowl (or mixer bowl if you plan to use a dough hook), sift 3 cups of flour. Stir in the milk/yeast mixture. Sift in the remaining flour and salt. Stir until cohesive. 5. If using a dough hook, work the dough for 2-3 minutes (you may need to add up to a half cup more flour). If kneading by hand, flour work surface and knead the dough for 3-5 minutes until elastic. Cover dough and let rest for 5 minutes. 6. Meanwhile, cover two baking sheets with parchment paper and sprinkle with cornmeal. 7. Flour work surface lightly and roll the dough out until it is 1/2 inch thick. Do not roll thinner than 1/2 inch. 8. Using a 3-inch cookie cutter, cut out circles (do not twist the cutter) and gently place them on the baking sheets. Sprinkle the tops with cornmeal and cover with a dry light-weight cloth. 9. Allow the muffins to rise in a warm place for 45 minutes or until nearly doubled in size. 10. Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron works well) on medium-low. Do not grease. 11. Gently place a muffin in your hand and shake off excess cornmeal. Gentle handling is key. Place muffin in the skillet and repeat until the pan is full. Do not allow the muffins to touch. 12. Keep heat on low. This cant be rushed. Cook for about 8 minutes on each side or until desired brown color is achieved. 13. Cool on a wire rack. 14. Split and serve with your favorite condiments. Yield: 18 muffins
Directions 1. Pour warm water into the bowl of a stand mixer. Sprinkle yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar over water. Stir to combine and proof the yeast 5 minutes. 2. Stir in remaining sugar, mashed sweet potato, egg and melted butter. 3. With mixer on low, slowly incorporate the salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and flour in 1/2 cup increments, switching to 1/4 cup increments as the dough starts to form. 4. Once the dough has pulled away from the sides of the bowl and is tacky but will not stick to your hands when pressed, turn the mixer on knead speed and knead for 6 minutes. 5. Remove dough from the bowl, grease the bowl, turn the dough around in the bowl to lightly grease it. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 1 hour in a draft-free warm place in your kitchen. 6. Remove the plastic wrap, punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll into logs and place in greased mini loaf pans. Lightly cover loaves with plastic wrap or a clean towel and let rise another hour. 7. Preheat oven to 350 F. Bake loaves for 20 minutes or until tops are lightly golden. 8. Remove from pans. 9. Brush loaves with butter (optional). To make the butter, combine all ingredients until smooth. Yield: 8 mini loaves
Pita Bread
Ingredients 1 tablespoon yeast 1 1/4 cups warm water 1 teaspoon salt 3-3 1/2 cups flour Note: This recipe can be made strictly by hand, but directions are given for using a mixer with a dough hook. Directions 1. In electric mixer bowl, dissolve yeast in water for about 5 minutes. 2. Add salt and 1 1/2 cups flour. With the dough hook, beat to make a batter. Add additional flour until a rough shaggy mass is formed. Knead 8 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic. Add more flour during kneading if the dough is too sticky. 3. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 6-10 pieces, depending on the size of pitas you prefer. 4. Form dough into balls. With a rolling pin, flatten dough balls into disks 1/4 inch thick. Try to keep the thickness uniform. 5. Let disks rest on the floured surface 30-40 minutes until slightly puffy. 6. Preheat oven to 425 F. 7. With a large spatula, flip the rounds of dough upside down onto a greased baking sheet. Bake 10-15 minutes until light golden. (During the first 5 minutes, the disks will puff up.) 8. Cool on wire racks. Note: You may need to hollow out some of the dough before filling. Yield: 6-8 pitas
UPCOMING MONTHS
Below are themes for the coming months! Submit your recipe to tarag@nefb.org. February soups March brunch April low calorie or low carb
Homemade English Muffins recipe from myfairbaking.blogspot.com and photos by Lois Linke. Crusty Baguettes in 30 Minutes recipe from babble.com and photo by Linke. Sweet Potato Mini Loaves with Orange Cinnamon Honey Butter recipe from laurenslatest.com and photo by Linke. Pita Bread recipe from underthehighchair.com and photo by Linke.
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American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Meeting Jan. 11-15, 2014 San Antonio, Texas Photos by Kassi Williams
Dustin Fairley (left) of Jefferson County won the Young Farmers and Ranchers Discussion Meet at the Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention earning a trip to the American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention in San Antonio. He is pictured presenting his closing statement during round one of the national competition.
The 2014 American Farm Bureau Federations Annual Convention held in San Antonio had representation from all 50 states with more than 7,000 members nationwide attending. Nearly 75 Nebraska members headed to the Lone Star state to take part in the events. The dinner at Rita's on the River was a nice opportunity to bring Nebraska Farm Bureau members together at the AFBF Convention. Pictured from left are Susan Ladenburger of Hitchcock County, Kirk Jamison of Lancaster County and Sherry Vinton of Arthur County.
Andy DeVries of Keith County and Brian Maricle of Boone County enjoy some downtime between workshops at the American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention in San Antonio. Zach Hunnicutt of Hamilton County, left, was presented with a plaque by American Farm Bureau President Bob Stallman for his service on the American Farm Bureau Board of Directors as the Young Farmers & Ranchers Chair. Hunnicutts term will officially end at the National Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Conference Feb. 7-10 in Virginia Beach, VA.
Dustin Ladenburger of Hitchcock County, left, works in the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture booth during the convention. Ladenburger also serves on the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agricultures board of directors as the Young Farmers and Ranchers representative.
Don Benner and his wife, Karen, of Merrick County, enjoyed the tradeshow during a break between workshops at the American Farm Bureau Federations Annual Convention.
Retired 4-Star Gen. Stanley McChrystal, whos last assignment was commander of U.S. Forces in Afghanistan, presented a keynote address on developing leaders with the power of adaptability and execution.
Nebraskans gathered at Ritas on the River for dinner on Jan. 11 to kick-off the American Farm Bureau Federations Annual Convention. Nebraska Farm Bureau members (from left) Vernon and Judy Geisler and Dianna Olson of Washington County, Darleen and Fred Tonack of Douglas County, and Kenneth Olson of Washington County, enjoyed the nice weather on patio.
Suzanne Jagels of Nuckolls County (left), Jolene Bartels of Johnson County and Tanya Storer of Cherry County, enjoyed catching up during the Nebraska dinner Jan. 11 at Rita's on the River.
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Tax Reform Tops Nebraska Farm Bureaus Top 5 Agriculture Stories of 2013
Tax reform talks, which started last January with a state legislative proposal to put new sales taxes on the purchase of agriculture inputs, machinery and equipment, then later evolved into a broader discussion about providing property tax relief to Nebraska farm and ranch families, is the states top agriculture story of 2013, according to officials at the Nebraska Farm Bureau in releasing its annual list of the Top 5 Nebraska Agriculture Stories for the year. It didnt matter the size of your operation, whether you raised livestock, or if you had dryland or irrigated crops, the reality is if you were a farmer, feeder or rancher in Nebraska you would have been significantly impacted by the initial sales tax proposal, said Nebraska Farm Bureau President Steve Nelson. In 12 months weve gone from talking about new taxes on Nebraska farm and ranch families to having a Legislative Tax Committee make recommendations highlighting the need to address the property tax burden that has been a major point of concern not just for farmers and ranchers, but for people all across our state. The Legislatures Tax Modernization Committee unveiled recommendations for tax reform in early December and the Legislature will reconvene in early January to determine the future of tax relief for Nebraskans. The other top stories, in no specific order, are: The impacts of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) on farm and ranch families. Health insurance out-of-pocket costs are typically much higher for those that are self-employed and have to buy coverage on their own as they dont have the benefit of their employer paying for part of the coverage. Many farmers and ranchers fall into that category. These individuals are the ones who are seeing significantly higher premiums, deductibles and, in many cases, significantly higher overall costs associated with purchasing health care coverage due to implementation of the ACA and the mandates and rules associated with it, said Nelson. The failure of Congress and the president to pass a farm bill. The fact that we were talking about passing a farm bill last year at this time and are still sitting here today without a bill in place is extremely disappointing. While there is a lot of talk about action on the farm bill after the first of the year, there is no guarantee and that continues to be troubling for Nebraska farmers awaiting some certainty about farm programs. Food security is national security. The farm bill is a key piece of that equation and it is disappointing that connection is not being made in Washington, said Nelson. The states recovery from drought and statewide water management. The impacts of the 2012 drought are still being felt today. The drought conditions only further heightened the sensitivity to water management statewide for all water users. The result has been more conversations between those parties and Natural Resources Districts on how to manage to meet the needs for all water users through periods of water shortage. The drought has left a lasting impression on the need for sound water management in Nebraska, said Nelson. The growing need for farmers and ranchers to be active in talking to the public about what happens on their operations and where food comes from. The ability of farmers and ranchers to produce more food with fewer resources is a great story, but its one people in agriculture need to be doing a better job of telling. The average American is now three generations removed from the farm and the gap in communication between farmers and the non-farming public is one we need to bridge and its important farmers and ranchers join in the broader public discussion about agriculture, said Nelson. Farm Bureau also identified what it believes will be key agriculture stories for 2014. Among those story predictions are a cooling of the broader agriculture economy, growth in precision technology on farms and greater discussion about U.S. trade policy and implications for greater movement of U.S. agriculture commodities into foreign markets.
Gov. Heineman: $500 Million Available for Tax Relief

Gov. Dave Heineman announced the availability of up to $500 million for meaningful tax relief for Nebraskans. Gov. Heineman is calling on legislators to provide property tax and income tax relief to Nebraskans during the 2014 legislative session. Taxes are too high in Nebraska and high taxes are detrimental to economic growth and prosperity, said Gov. Heineman Jan. 15. Nebraskas strong agriculture economy wont continue to exist with unreasonably high propGov. Dave erty taxes, and Heineman high taxes limit the ability of small businesses to create new jobs. Now is the time for property and income tax relief. Gov. Heineman outlined certain state financial reports that demonstrate affordable tax relief between $370 million to $500 million is possible by continuing to hold the line on state spending, by utilizing a portion of the record high state cash reserve fund over the next three years, and because of Nebraskas growing economy. We dont need more time to study the tax issue to know that tax relief helps Nebraskans thrive and our businesses prosper, said Gov. Heineman. In rural Nebraska, record high property taxes are hurting our farmers and ranchers. Thats why I support the Nebraska Farm Bureau proposal to lower ag land valuations from 75 percent to 65 percent. Additionally, I support business community efforts to reduce income taxes. These ideas would put money directly back into the pockets of the Nebraskans who earned it and who deserve to keep it. The states cash reserve fund is at a record high of $722 million. A cash reserve transfer of $220 million for tax relief over the next three fiscal years, leaves $500 million in the cash reserve fund. A $500 million cash reserve fund is more than sufficient for an annual budget of approximately $4 billion. Additionally, tax relief can be realized through continuing to hold the line on state spending. The Legislatures current spending estimate is a 4.7 percent increase for the next biennium budget, which results in $370 million being available for tax relief over the next three years. For fiscal years 2016 and 2017, a spending growth of four percent, results in nearly $500 million being available for tax relief over the next three years. Gov. Heineman noted an annual state spending increase of four percent is realistic and reasonable. The average annual spending increase in state general funds for the last 14 years, fiscal years 20002013, is 3.55 percent.
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Stallman: Grassroots Strength, Strategy Drive Success

SAN ANTONIO With an appreciation for agricultures heritage, farmers and ranchers are focused on the opportunities and challenges of the present, keeping their eyes on the road ahead, according to American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Bob Stallman. If we keep our commitment to learn from the past, look toward the future and never let go of the wheel, I know that Farm Bureau will have a bright future, Stallman told approximately 7,000 Farm Bureau members who gathered in San Antonio, Texas, for AFBFs 95th Annual Convention Jan. 12. Stallman, a rice and cattle producer from Texas, also spoke about the example Farm Bureau members set during what was a bitterly divided Congress in 2013. This very gathering is about people from different regions and backgrounds coming together to develop policy that benefits all of American agriculture, he noted. While lawmakers are close to the finish line on the farm bill and the Water Resources Development Act, farmers and ranchers cant wait any longer for effective, long-term solutions to the agricultural labor crisis, which has forced growers to leave millions of dollars worth of crops unharvested and threatens the countrys food security. Farmers and ranchers have been waiting The progress weve made speaks to our grassroots strength, our strategic focus and our credibility as the nations voice of agriculture. On the regulatory front, securing farmers and ranchers privacy is a growing concern, as are attempts to challenge farmers ability to use modern technology to increase crop yields and food quality. Instead of focusing on how to feed more and more people with existing land and water, and instead of allowing us to use food staples to address nutritional deficiencies in less-developed countries, some are intent on standing in the way, Stallman said of state legislation and ballot initiatives that would require labels for foods made with biotech ingredients or even ban the use of biotechnology outright. With the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) late last year putting the wheels in motion to propose extending federal regulatory authority to nearly every body of water in the country and ultimately regulating so-called waters that arent even wet most of the time farmers and ranchers are bracing for a fight. Farm Bureau has also been working through the courts to stop EPAs attempts to broaden its regulatory reach. Disappointed with a loss in its case against the EPAs Chesapeake Bay pollution limit rules, AFBF, along with Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, has appealed the ruling. Once again, we are saddled-up for the long ride in our fight for rational regulations that allow farmers to continue feeding America, Stallman said. Stallman highlighted West Virginia poultry grower Lois Alts court battle against the EPAs unlawful water regulations as a testament to the powerful results that can be achieved when people work for the good of the whole. Whether its a regulatory, legal or legislative issue, just think how much Farm Bureau could achieve if everyone was like Lois Alt taking a long-term view and taking a stand for Americas farmers and ranchers, he said. One challenge that Farm Bureau has turned into an opportunity is the aging demographic in agriculture. Farm Bureaus rural development initiatives like the organizations partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture on Start to Farm and its support for the recently launched Farmer Veteran Coalition put beginning farmers and ranchers on the path to success. Stallman encouraged Farm Bureau members to take part in the Farmer Veteran Coalitions effort to help create opportunities on farms for those returning from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
American Farm Bureau Federation President Bob Stallman, originally from Texas, welcomed convention attendees to his home state and expressed the importance of Farm Bureau providing a voice for farmers and ranchers across the nation during his annual address. for Congress to take action and work for solutions, waiting for them to put the nations needs above politics, Stallman said. Despite this time of congressional gridlock, few organizations have seen their key priorities passed by even one house of Congress, much less two, Stallman noted.
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JANUARY 22, 2014
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2014 Nebraska Farm Bureau and Ag in the Classroom Teachers of the Year Selected
Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation for Agricultures Ag Promotion Committee and the Nebraska Agriculture in the Classroom Program have selected two teachers as their 2014 Teachers of the Year. Kathy Bohac and Patti Romshek, both teachers at East Butler Public School in Brainard, Neb., were honored. Bohac teaches fifth grade and Romshek teaches fifth and sixth grades. These teachers demonstrate how agriculture can be used to meet state educational standards. Each of these teachers provide their students with real hands-on learning experiences in such a manner that it relates to their students everyday lives, Deanna Karmazin, executive director of the Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture, said Jan. 11. Bohac and Romshek were able to bring ag-citement to their classrooms through a variety of activities, lessons and experiments. Students were able to dive into agriculture from soil to plate with six units spanning two weeks covering soil, Kathy soybeans, corn, pork, Bohac beef and nutrition. Their project began with a lesson in farm safety and general pretest over content from each of the units. Students were able to utilize their math skills with hands-on activities such as Soybean Silos and M&Ms Corn Futures. Each of the units also included guest speakers, weekly field trips and science experiments. The units concluded with a related agricultural game that helped keep the ag-citement in the Patti classroom. Romshek One field trip in particular increased students awareness of the use of by-products from agricultural commodities. Some students cringed at the butcher shop as they saw the hearts and tongues of the pork, only to realize that nothing went to waste, said Bohac. At the end of the 12-week lesson, students created presentations and brochures pertaining to one of the units to highlight what they learned. We have realized a student interest and enthusiasm that far exceeded our expectations, said Bohac. Both teachers will be presented with an award recognizing their achievement and will receive an all-expense-paid trip to the 2014 National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference set for June 23-27, in Hershey, Penn.
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Beardless Brother Shares Duck Dynasty Familys Story

SAN ANTONIO Duck Dynastys Alan Robertson compared his famous family to the loveable monsters from The Munsters, labrador retrievers and even terrorists during his keynote address at the American Farm Bureau Federations 95th Annual Convention Jan. 13. The oldest Robertson son, nicknamed the beardless brother, arrived onstage sporting a close-shaven beard. My brothers give me a hard time when I grow a beard and say that I look like Yasser Arafat, and thats really offensive to me, Robertson said. Then, pointing to photos of Osama bin Laden and his father, Phil, and brother, Jase, he quipped, But you look at that and tell me they dont look like terrorists. As the newest member of the Duck Dynasty cast, Robertson said his reason for joining the familys television series after three seasons on A&E was to show America what a real home looked like and to have a larger platform to spread his message about the kingdom of God. The former pastor said his familys motto is faith, family, ducks. Robertson shared intimate details of his familys past, including a period of time that his father strayed from his faith and nearly left the family when Alan was a child. My mom taught us [life] lessons because my dads drinking and lifestyle turned for the worse, said Robertson. Crediting his mother, Miss Kay, as the glue that held his family together during those early hardships, Robertson revealed that his proudest moment on the series was his debut episode, Till Duck Do Us Part, during which the family threw a surprise wedding for his parents. In addition to sharing the sadder side of the Robertsons family history, he made a series of comical canine comparisons. Labrador retrievers are good dogs, Robertson said. We use a black lab because theyre always ready to go, like my dad and Jase. They never miss a day of ducking. Robertson went on to liken himself and his brother Jase to the more domesticated yellow lab and his colorful Uncle Si to a chocolate lab on methamphetamine what Robertson affectionately termed a meth lab. Despite some of the wild antics on the series, Robertson said his father still doesnt understand why the show has such a broad appeal to non-duck hunters. Robertsons hunch is that viewers yearn for shows that demonstrate the Christian family values that Americans need and are missing today. Something ordinary to us and probably to you [farmers] like working hard all day and coming home to have dinner around a table at night has become extraordinary to people in the 21st century, said Robertson. Thats what the kingdom of God is having a place called home.
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Crop Growers Told to Prepare for Low Price Era

SAN ANTONIO Following some of the best years ever for growing row crops, an agricultural economist advised farmers to prepare for several years of lower prices during a workshop at the American Farm Bureau Federations 95th Annual Convention Jan. 13. The last six years have been extraordinary years if you are a row crop producer, said Matthew Roberts, an associate profes9500 Series 8500 Series
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Grassroots Action Needed on Clean Water Act Proposal

SAN ANTONIO There are two things that farmers need to realize about a new regulation that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is scheduled to release in the coming weeks, two experts in water regulations said at a workshop during the American Farm Bureau Federations (AFBF) 95th Annual Convention Jan. 13. One is that the new rule the EPA is proposing would greatly increase the scope of the Clean Water Act making it of enormous importance to farmers across the country, said environmental and natural resources attorney Virginia Albrecht of the law firm Hunton & Williams LLP and Don Parrish, AFBFs senior director of regulatory relations. We know there are people saying, Oh, what this again? Albrecht said. But now were at this crossroads. Second is the need to make sure that the EPA and Congress hear from farmers. Grassroots action on this issue is going to be hugely important, Parrish said. The Clean Water Act began in 1972 as a non-partisan piece of legislation designed to reduce water pollution in the nations navigable rivers and streams. At the time, discharging raw sewage into rivers and streams was standard practice across the country. The act set up a regulatory program that required permits that limited the volume of pollutants. In the years since, the EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers have attempted, with some success, to expand the scope of the program particularly by expanding the definition of navigable waters or waters of the U.S. beyond rivers and streams to include such things as isolated ponds and wetlands, ditches and even temporary water features caused by runoff and seasonal flooding. Not all of the EPAs efforts to expand the definition have succeeded, Parrish and Albrecht said. But the new rule, at least in its current form, would go even farther, they said. While there are some exemptions, there is no exemption for all standard farm practices, and there is no exemption for isolated or manmade water features such as ditches. In fact, Albrecht said, ditches are explicitly included in the proposal. People will tell you that theres a ditch exemption, and many genuinely believe it, she said. But in fact you should worry about your ditches. The rule is expected to be released and opened for comment sometime in the next few weeks, Albrecht said, noting that the standard comment period is 60 days. That might be extended, but probably not for very long, she explained. During that comment period, its vital that farmers comment, she and Parrish said, and they added that its also important that they talk to their members of Congress even after the comment period is over. Help them understand why this issue is hugely important to you, Parrish said.
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Mom Demographic Key to Building Trust Among Consumers

SAN ANTONIO Panelists from various state Farm Bureaus suggest that moms are todays core influencers when it comes to building greater trust among American consumers. During a panel discussion Jan. 13 at the American Farm Bureau Federations 95th Annual Meeting, nearly every one of the participants cited moms as the most important demographic. Panelists also said farmers must engage. First moms, the public, need to know us, like us and then trust us, said Rita Hechmer, marketing specialist for Ohio Farm Bureau. It has to be in this order. Panel facilitator Judy Rupnow of Morgan Myers, began the session with consumer research. Researchers tell us the public has concerns about where their food comes from. They want to learn more. And while they appear to like farmers, consumers are sometimes concerned that farmers wont act ethically. Along the way, we forgot to tell the public what we were doing, Rupnow said. This created a trust gap, but thats changing. As panelists shared their activities they consistently pointed to the importance of moms. What we've found at Arizona Farm Bureau is that we must create an environment where were building ongoing relationships with our Arizona families and most importantly our moms, said Communications Director Julie Murphree. Once they get to know us, especially foodie influencers, we try to engage them in all aspects of our activities and programs where we know there's a fit. This ongoing engagement is resonating with moms on both sides of the aisle, including farm moms. Rebecca French Smith, multi-media specialist with Missouri Farm Bureau, said, In addition to all the things we do in this area, our biggest initiative is to introduce them to farmers so we can put a face to farming. Chris Magnuson, executive director of operations, news and communications, Illinois Farm Bureau, highlighted Illinois Farm Families program. Were using farmers for outreach through our website, videos and more and were engaged with mommy bloggers. Illinois Farm Bureau has also done extensive consumer research and plans to conduct a follow-up study to determine consumer attitudes now, after several years of consumer outreach. We hope to measure a shift in attitudes, explained Magnuson.
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Nearly 200 people in Hyannis, Neb., attended a Gubernatorial Candidate Forum Jan. 6 sponsored by Nebraska Farm Bureau, the Nebraska Cattlemen and the Independent Cattlemen of Nebraska. It was the first time all seven sat at the same table together, in front of a moderator with pointed questions. State Sen. Al Davis moderated the forum. Sen. Davis represents district 43 in the legislature. Candidates include Mike Foley, Chuck Hassebrook, Bryan Slone, Beau McCoy, Tom Carlson, Pete Ricketts and Charlie Janssen.
In an announcement on its special website, McDonalds Corporation announced plans to purchase verified sustainable beef starting in 2016. But changing up its beef supply is a big undertaking for the chain that sells about a billion pounds of beef each year in the U.S. The worlds largest fast food restaurant chain says it will be a big challenge
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Nelson Elected to American Farm Bureau Federation Board of Directors

SAN ANTONIO Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation President Steve Nelson has been elected to the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) board of directors. Nelson was elected to the position during the 2014 AFBF Annual Convention held Jan. 12-14 in San Antonio, Texas. Nelson will join state Farm Bureau presidents from Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, South Dakota, Indiana and Michigan in representing Midwestern states on the AFBF board of directors. Nelson was elected president of the Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation in 2011. A Nebraska native, Nelson farms near Axtell, Neb., in south central Nebraska and produces irrigated corn, hybrid seed corn and soybeans. In his role on the board, Nelson will help lead American Farm Bureau's grassroots organization charged with enhancing and strengthening the lives of rural Americans and building strong and prosperous agricultural communities.
Delegates from across the Midwest congratulated Nebraska Farm Bureau President Steve Nelson on his election to the American Farm Bureau Federations board of directors. Nelson will represent 10 states across the Midwest district on the AFBF board.
Symposium to Initiate Conversation on Wind Energy Development in Nebraska

LINCOLN, Neb. A Feb. 12 symposium at the Quality Inn and Suites Sandhills Convention Center in North Platte will provide education and initiate a conversation on the appropriate siting of wind energy farms in Nebraska. Sponsored by theSandhills Task Force,"Siting of Wind Energy in Nebraska" will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude by 3 p.m. Co-sponsors include University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension, Nebraska Cattlemen, Nebraska Grazing Land Coalition and Western Nebraska Bankand the Nature Conservancy. The one-day symposium will provide information in a balanced pro and con format, representing various viewpoints important to landowners, rural communities and Nebraska's natural resources. The symposium is open to the public and will give an overview of wind energy development in Nebraska, implications of wind energy development for natural resources and implications of wind energy for people. Landowners, farmers and ranchers, community public policy and business leaders are encouraged to attend. Presentations/topics include: Balancing Economic Development and our Natural Resources Steve Williams, director, Wildlife Management Institute Wind Energy 101 equipment used and wind turbine installation considerations, John Hay, UNL Extension Wind Energy Development Plans in Nebraska Pat Pope, CEO, Nebraska Public Power District Implications for Wildlife Caroline Jezierski, UNL Nebraska's wildlife resource Michael Forsberg, UNL Nebraska's Mitigation Process for Wind Development Michelle Koch, Nebraska Game and Parks Panel discussion of landowner and local community perspectives led by UNL Extension Dean and Director Chuck Hibberd Registration is $15 by Feb. 5. After Feb. 5 through the day of the symposium, registration is $25. Walk-ins will be accepted. To register, visit go.unl.edu/windenergyconference. For more information or questions about the symposium, contact UNL Extension at 402-472-2966.
Nebraska Farm Bureau Honored for Excellence

SAN ANTONIO Nebraska Farm Bureau was one of fifty State Farm Bureaus who were presented awards at the American Farm Bureau Federations 95th Annual Convention Jan. 12, recognizing excellence in membership achievement and implementation of outstanding programs serving Farm Bureau members in 2013. The Awards for Excellence are awarded to state Farm Bureaus that have demonstrated outstanding achievements in six program areas: Education and Outreach, Leadership Development, Member Services, Membership Initiatives, Policy Development and Implementation, and Public Relations and Communications. Nebraska Farm Bureau received honors in Education and Outreach, Leadership Development, and Public Relations and Communications. Red Willow Chemical
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SAN ANTONIO Precision ag is being replaced with Big Data and AgInformatics as sources of innovation in agriculture, Matt Bechdol, founder of GeoSilos, a consulting firm focused on leveraging place-based solutions for agriculture, said at a workshop during the American Farm Bureau Federations 95th Annual Convention Jan. 13. I dont like the term precision ag anymore, said Bechdol. Especially if were not doing anything precise with it. Were going to move to predictive ag and prescriptive ag. Were going to move beyond precision ag with Big Data. Bechdols consulting firm helps agricultural companies maximize the use of data and conducts analyses for businesses, policy makers and economists. Bechdol said data is the modern agricultural commodity and that place-based approaches are important tools in adding value because roughly 80 percent of all data has a geographical element. A takeover of new technology is coming soon, according to Bechdol. Wearable technology, for example, like the Fitbit and Google glasses are poised to be used by farmers to help make better planting decisions in real-time while walking their fields. Bechdol went on to discuss apps, but criticized their inability to provide the full picture of an organizations data in one place Heres my problem with apps. Apps dont talk to other apps, and thats got to change. He predicted a rise in dashboards and benchmarking tools that can aggregate data from various apps to make it easier for farmers to access and utilize it. On a larger scale, Bechdol said a technique called fly and scan using unmanned aircraft, or drone, will play an increasing role in collecting data for crop producers. Commenting on the downside of big data collection, Bechdol warned attendees to read the terms of service agreements when signing up for free email accounts or downloading operating systems on tablets and cell phones. They make you agree to share your data with their affiliates, which Im not saying is malicious, but its not clear what their intentions are, said Bechdol. With all this rapidly changing and newly available technology and data, Bechdol called upon Farm Bureau to bring stability, clarity and guidance to farmers who are unsure how to capture and utilize Big Data. Because [change is] coming, and its going to make the difference between the strong and the weak, said Bechdol. But ultimately, Bechdol believes Big Data and AgInformatics will help developing nations acquire the information they need to sustainably feed the worlds growing population. I dont think the U.S. is going to feed the world in [the year] 2050. Bechdol said. I think were going to create innovations to help the world feed itself.
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Nebraska Farmers' Ideas on Ag Data Go Over "BIG" in Texas
Everything is big in Texas. Thats why Thats why this issue was a perfect fit it was no surprise when delegates to for Farm Bureaus policy development the American Farm Bureau Federations process. Our policy process brings Ne(AFBF) 95th Annual Convention in San braskas farmers and ranchers together to Antonio jumped on board with policy res- identify the pros and cons of issues that olutions on Big Data in agriculture that could have major long-term implications originated around the tables of Nebraska for Nebraskas farm and ranch families, Farm Bureau members. Nebraska Farm said McHargue. Bureaus 1st Vice President Mark McHarBig Data itself refers to the concept of takgue, who chairs Nebraska Farm Bureaus ing large amounts of individual data and alState Legislative Policy Committee, was lowing an entity to aggregate and analyze the well aware of the work done by Farm Bu- information on a more global scale with the reau members goal of creating to come up with greater efficiency meaningful recand performance ommendations opportunities for The fact much of what on the issue of the individual pro Nebraska offered was Big Data in agviding the data. riculture. Today, preci adopted by AFBF We had nusion agriculture delegates is a testament merous County data is based in to the work of our local Farm Bureaus the collection introduce resoand analysis of members ... and our policy lutions through real time infordevelopment process in our policy develmation on soil handling complicated issues. opment process type and profile, that discussed weather condihow best to tions and seed MARK McHARGUE, varieties, offeraddress issues Nebraska Farm Bureau 1st vice president about who owns ing the ability data generated for farmers to through precision farming and who has the analyze in-field conditions to enhance right to use data generated on Farm Bu- farm management decisions to enhance reau members farms and ranches. There yields. If precision agriculture is the was great discussion about how to move starting point, Big Data is the evolution, forward down a new path with this tech- where individuals farm data from across nology and that worked all the way from the country would be shared in the agthe county level to the national level at gregate with a third party that would AFBF, said McHargue. collect and analyze data for purposes of Big Data is the new thing, and not just further telescoping in on information that in agriculture. The overall concept is simple, helps farmers predict conditions and prebut that doesnt mean there arent issues to scribe changes in farm management. work through. What we are talking about is going
Steve Nelson, Nebraska Farm Bureau president, explained the need for the addition of the Nebraskasubmitted amendment supporting a producers right to remove data from a company's database and revoking the company's ability to sell or use the data in the future. The amendment was passed by the American Farm Bureau Federationdelegate body. from making management decisions about a specific area of a farm field, to making decisions almost on a plant by plant basis and using a huge collection of data to help ensure farmers are making the best management decisions possible. Thats where the information generated through the idea of Big Data is headed, said Jordan Dux, Nebraska Farm Bureau's director of national affairs. The idea of broader sharing of individual farmer information comes with the need to answer key questions for individuals who participate in the Big Data revolution; chief among them are in regards to who owns the data and how data can be shared. That was the focal point of the work done by our members in Nebraska in formulating the policy recommendations. Ultimately our members felt strongly that they should own their farm data and have control over where it goes. The fact much of what Nebraska offered was adopted by AFBF delegates is a testament to the work of our local members in working through this issue and our policy development process in handling complicated issues, said McHargue. The policy adopted on Big Data at the AFBF convention will be an entirely new section in the AFBF policy book, helping shape how AFBF and Nebraska Farm Bureau move forward in working on farm data issues.
Farm Bureau Delegates Set Public Policy Positions for 2014

SAN ANTONIO Voting delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federations (AFBF) 95th Annual Meeting approved resolutions Jan. 14 that will provide the organization with authority from its grassroots members to push Congress toward the goal line on unfinished issues like the farm bill and ag labor. Securing victories on those issues is critical to our competitiveness as individual farmers and ranchers, and to our nations success as a food producer, said AFBF President Bob Stallman. He was re-elected to his eighth two-year term as the organizations president. Farm Bureau made progress on our priorities this past year, more so than most other organizations, and this year, our delegates have provided us direction to work with Congress to complete this agenda. On the farm labor front, delegates reaffirmed their strong support for meaningful ag labor reforms that ensure farmers and ranchers have access to workers when they are needed. Delegates also voted to support flexibility that would allow the employment of workers by more than one farmer. Farmers and ranchers need a reliable supply of labor, Stallman said. That is a simple truth. Its about availability and flexibility neither of which have been hallmarks of the system our farmers, ranchers and growers have operated under for many years. We must have a workable ag labor program. With a congressional farm bill action nearing completion, delegates reaffirmed Farm Bureaus policy, overwhelmingly determining that now is not the time to make changes. aircraft systems for commercial agricultural, forestry and other natural resource purposes. They also supported the requirement for drone users to gain the consent of the landowners, if operating below navigable airspace However, delegates opposed federal agencies use of drones for regulatory enforcement, litigation or natural resource inventory surveys. Delegates approved new policy supporting the protection of proprietary data collected from farmers and maintaining that such data should remain their property. Delegates also voted to support efforts to educate farmers regarding the benefits and risks of collaborative data collection systems. They also approved policy stating that farmers should be compensated if companies market their propriety information, and that farmers should have the right to sell their proprietary data to another producer, such as in the case of a land sale. Delegates voted to oppose farmers data being held in a clearinghouse or database by any entity subject to the Freedom of Information Act. Delegates also reaffirmed their support for the renewable fuels standard and approved a policy supporting renewable fuels tax incentives for the production of biodiesel and cellulosic ethanol and installation of blender pumps. At the AFBF Annual Meeting, 357 voting delegates, representing every crop and livestock sector in the U.S., deliberated on policies affecting farmers and ranchers productivity and profitability. The policies approved at the AFBF Annual Meeting will guide the nations largest general farm organization throughout 2014.
Nebraska Farm Bureau was represented at the American Farm Bureau Federations Annual Convention delegate body by (from left) Sherry Vinton, 2nd vice president; Myles Ramsey, district 5 director; and Mark McHargue, 1st vice president. Congress is still haggling over dairy policy, but for the most part, they are very close to completing a five-year farm bill, Stallman said. It has been a long process, but substantial reforms have been made. Crop insurance has been strengthened so that farmers can play a role in determining the level of their safety net, and how much they are willing to invest for that coverage. Specifically on dairy-related issues, delegates reaffirmed policy supporting changes to the dairy safety net, including margin insurance programs. On another livestock-related issue, delegates maintained their support for country of origin labeling and reiterated that it needs to be compliant with World Trade Organization rules. They also voted to support efforts to lengthen the term of grazing permits from 10 years to 20 years. On other issues, delegates adopted new policy that supports the use of unmanned
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JANUARY 22, 2014
103rd Nebraska Legislature

FARM BUREAUS TOP ISSUES
The 2014 session of the Nebraska Legislature is a 60-day session which is tentatively scheduled to end April 17. State lawmakers have introduced roughly 316 legislative bills through Jan. 16; Jan. 22 was the last day for bill introductions. Hearings on legislative bills began Jan. 21 and will continue through early March. BUDGET/TAXES
Create a better tax climate for farmers and ranchers by reducing agricultures
Farm Bureau to Focus on Familiar Issues in 2014 Legislative Session

Nebraska farmers and ranchers who followed the 2013 legislative session can expect to see some similar themes on agriculture issues as the 2014 legislative session unfolds. Nebraska lawmakers returned to Lincoln Jan. 8 to kick-off the second session of the 103rd Nebraska Legislature. While the 2014 legislative session is of the shorter, 60-day variety, it wont be short on topics of interest to agriculture, said Jay Rempe, Nebraska Farm Bureau vice president of governmental relations, Jan. 28. There are some major issues out there for agriculture which have carried over from last session. Farm Bureau will be heavily involved in discussions about state tax policy, particularly as it relates to property taxes. Well also be involved in discussions about ways in which to help manage Nebraskas water resources, as well as initiatives to promote growth opportunities within Nebraskas livestock sector, said Rempe. TAX TALKS When it comes to taxes, there are two areas of interest to agriculture that seem to be gravitating to the forefront of discussions. One is the elimination of sales tax on repair and replacement parts on agricultural machinery and equipment. Sen. Annette Dubas introduced legislation (LB 96) last session to eliminate the sales tax as a way to keep Nebraska competitive with bordering states that dont levy sales tax on repair parts. The bill was advanced from the Revenue Committee and now awaits an opportunity for first round debate before the full body. Elimination of sales tax on repair and replacement parts for ag machinery was also one of the ideas that surfaced out of the work of the Tax Modernization Committee during the interim, so we expect it will get more consideration this session, said Rempe. Property tax relief is the second part of the tax equation for agriculture this session and from the onset it looks like Farm Bureaus recommendation to lower the value of agricultural land from 75 percent to 65 percent of value for taxation purposes to reduce the agriculture property tax burden is also in play. Sen. Lydia Brasch and Sen. Dan Watermeier introduced bills last year to lower valuations and Sens. Tom Hansen, Beau McCoy and Charlie Janssen have introduced a similar measures this session. Lowering ag land valuations was among the ideas surfaced by the Tax Modernization Committee and the governor has also endorsed the idea. Well continue to advocate for the change and do what we can to lower the property tax burden for our members, said Rempe. WATER FUNDING Water funding will also be a key issue in 2014 as the Legislatures Water Funding Task Force wrapped up its recommendations to the full Legislature last December. The task force was charged with identifying ways to meet the states needs for managing water resources to help ensure longterm availability for Nebraskas water users. Water for agriculture is key, and we have and will continue to work to represent our members interests in the water discussions, said Rempe. See page B6 for a full story on the Water Funding Task Force findings. LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT Farm Bureau has long advocated for efforts to grow Nebraskas livestock industry and that theme will continue in 2014 through support for a pair of bills (one a carryover, the other new) targeted to expanding livestock growth opportunities. Sen. Ken Schilz introduced legislation (LB 550) last session which would encourage counties that have been designated as Livestock Friendly to take the next step in developing strategies for livestock expansion. The bill also included measures to help with infrastructure needed to facilitate livestock growth and tax credits for investment in livestock operations. A new bill (LB 942) also introduced by Sen. Schilz would focus on expanding opportunities for custom feeding in the pork industry by allowing pork processors to participate in custom feeding arrangements with Nebraska farmers. Our members have become increasingly concerned about younger farmers missing out on opportunities in the livestock sector due to issues related to siting new livestock operations and finding custom feeding arrangements that allow them to get started in the livestock sector. Both of these bills are targeted to making progress in those areas, said Rempe. The 60-day legislative session is tentatively slated to run through April 17.
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sales tax exemptions critical to agricultures competitiveness. PROTECTING WATER RESOURCES

Protect agricultures interests in water use, water management and compliance
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Seek broad-based, long-term, dedicated funding to address the states water challenges.
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AFBF BOARD APPROVES STRATEGIC ACTION PLAN FOR 2014

Following the delegate session of the American Farm Bureau Federations (AFBF) 95th Annual Meeting in San Antonio, the organizations board of directors met to set AFBFs strategic action plan to address public policy issues for 2014. The board-approved plan includes focusing the organizations attention on the following key issues: agricultural labor reform, support for renewable fuels, support for biotechnology, protecting farmers interests in regard to new technology systems and data compilation, opposition to expanded federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act and protecting farmer and rancher interest regarding fiscal policy and tax reform issues. AGRICULTURAL LABOR
Aggressively working to secure passage of legislation that addresses both long-
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and short-term agricultural labor needs is a priority for AFBF, and the organization will continue to push for reforms as part of the ongoing national debate about immigration policy. RENEWABLE FUELS
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The board also approved the inclusion of efforts to advocate for standards
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Another important priority is working to protect farmers and ranchers abilities
to use agricultural biotechnology and other innovative technologies. That point also includes the organizations resolve to make sure farmers and ranchers are represented in matters related to agronomic data compilation, so-called big data, and the associated systems and applications of those technologies in the field. CLEAN WATER ACT
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debates on fiscal policy and tax reform.
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Many additional issues will warrant AFBFs attention this year, AFBF President Bob Stallman explained, and through constant monitoring and attention, those issues will be addressed as they rise on the nations agenda. The 2014 strategic action plan, as set by the board, is built on the dedicated efforts of our grassroots members working together during our annual convention and throughout the year to achieve policy goals that will benefit all of agriculture, as well as the nations consumers and our customers around the world, Stallman said.
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8:30-10:00 a.m. Registration and Transportation Sign-up at Embassy Suites 9:30-10:00 a.m. Registration at State Capitol 10:00 a.m. Welcome, Steve Nelson, Nebraska Farm Bureau President State Capitol, Warner Chamber 10:10-10:30 a.m. State Sen. Dan Watermeier 10:30-11:00 a.m. State Legislative Update 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Visit with Your State Senator 12:00-12:15 p.m. Return to Embassy Suites 12:15-1:45 p.m. Lunch: Teresa Scanlan, Miss America 2011 2:00-2:45 p.m. Derrel Martin, Professor of Irrigation and Water Resources Engineer 2:45-3:15 p.m. Break 3:15-4:00 p.m. National Issues Update 4:00-4:30 p.m. Issues Q&A 5:30-7:30 p.m. Elected Officials Reception
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OSHA Shouldnt Go Against the Grain

Nebraskas vast horizon where blue sky meets rolling farmland is occasionally interrupted by towering silos that stand as proud reminders of Nebraskas rich agricultural heritage. No doubt, grain bins and family farms go together like the state fair and 4-H. So, you can imagine the surprise by one of Nebraskas family farms when the federal Occupational Sen. Mike Safety and Health AdJohanns ministration (OSHA) showed up and declared their grain bins separate from their farming operation. Their surprise was twofold. First, everyone who has spent any time on a farm knows that grain storage is not only a normal, but an essential, part of many farm operations. Secondly, OSHA had no business setting foot on that farm because the law prohibits OSHA from enforcing regulations on small farms, specifically farms with fewer than 10 employees this farm had just three. It has been this way since 1976, when Congress first passed the small farms exemption. So while farms have been exempt from OSHA regulations for more than 35 years and grain storage has been a part of farming for generations, the agency decided to ignore history and distort definitions to do an end-run around the law. And heres the kicker that regulatory overreach came with a $132,000 fine for that Nebraska family. This latest example of wrongful regulatory overreach further reinforces suspicions by the agriculture community that the Obama Administration is singling out Americas ag producers. I often hear from farmers and ranchers who must deal with agencies like Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and OSHA going around the legal process by creatively interpreting the law or setting their own rules to expand their jurisdiction. Of course farmers and ranchers care about safety. And a safe working environment is especially important to small farmers and ranchers, whose families are often the only ones on the payroll. I recently called on the Department of Labor, OSHAs parent agency, to halt all activity in conflict with the long-held congressional direction regarding small, family owned farms and to send a clear signal that Americas ag producers are not going to be unfairly targeted. Its time they stop the irony of claiming these farmers and ranchers are in the wrong, when in reality, OSHA is the one violating the law. OSHA and other regulators need to stand with Americas ag producers rather than standing in their way. The negative impacts of this latest overreach and the broad implications for our ag producers is clear. The way OSHA is doing it speaks to an even larger issue. This Administration is in hot pursuit of an overly aggressive regulatory agenda. An agenda that is being pursued outside of the legal process, that allows for Congressional review and public comment, and outside of the law itself. Im going to continue working to ensure Nebraskas farmers and ranchers can operate free from unnecessary and unlawful obstacles brought on by Washington bureaucrats and to keep an ever-watchful eye on this Administrations pursuit of an all-encompassing, costly regulatory agenda. ~ Sen. Mike Johanns
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Water Funding Task Force Recommends Committing $50 Million to Water Programs
Is a sensible and sustainable water policy critical for the citizens of Nebraska? Benjamin Franklin said: When the well is dry, you learn the value of water.
The 34-member Nebraska Water Funding Task Force, after six months of meetings, has suggested that Nebraska will need to spend $50 million for a minimum of 10 years to ensure a sustainable water supply for drinking, crop irrigation, interstate water compacts and wildlife. LB 517, enacted in the 2013 Legislature, created the task force and charged it with proposing recommendations for the Nebraska Legislature. Sen. Tom Carlson, chairman of the Legislatures Natural Resources Committee introduced the legislation. At this point, legislative bills will need to be drafted to carry out the recommendations. State senators began their work Jan. 8 in a 60-day session. We have to have some long-range planning for projects which will include several new structures," state Sen. Tom Carlson, the task force chairman, said Jan. 13. "We're not prepared to say what they are, because that would take some additional study and research. But to start planning is essential. The task forces plan calls for spending $50 million a year for water projects, programs and activities. The projects, programs and activities were identified by natural resources districts, irrigation districts and municipalities, says Jay Rempe, vice president of governmental relations for Nebraska Farm Bureau. The funding would provide for new construction and rehabilitation of existing water infrastructure, like reservoirs and levees, integrated management, where we store water during times of excess and use it during droughts, compact compliance, monitoring and research projects. It would help manage aquifer depletion, maintain compact compliance and develop and fund solutions for both urban and rural water issues, including flood control and water quality. How to come up with those dollars will surely be debated in the Legislature. The mix of revenue sources recommended by task force members: removing the sales tax exemption from bottled water and soft drinks; implementing a severance tax on sand and gravel, oil and gas, uranium and trace elements; imposing an excise tax on ethanol; implementing a tax on fertilizer, for both commercial and residential use; Earmarking 1/8-cent of the existing state sales tax. Other ideas proposed by senators and the public include a $50 million dollar request from the states tax cash reserve. We commend the task force for its effort. The recommendations certainly move the discussions forward on funding programs and activities to more effectively manage our most valuable resource in the state, water, Rempe said. Nebraska Farm Bureau members created policy addressing water funding issues last month at the annual meeting in Kearney. The policy statement in effect says Nebraska farmers and ranchers are already contributing locally to support water programs through property taxes, occupation taxes on irrigated acres and the cost of regulations. Funding at the state level must come from broad based sources where everyone contributes, Rempe said. The report also found that most of those who currently use and manage water resources are doing a great job managing that resource. However, additional funds are for activities such as data gathering and research to properly manage the resources to assure sustainability and water quality, Clint Johannes chairman of the Water Funding Task Force said. Nebraskans have acted responsibly to meet the requirements agreed to with surrounding states. However, the state continues to face uncertainty and vulnerability. This is most readily characterized by portions of Nebraska with diminishing aquifers, the unmet needs for increased recharge and water storage, continued urban growth, potential threats to urban and rural drinking water supplies and changing economics and climate, said Johannes. The task force also recommended an overhaul of the state's Natural Resources Commission, which manages water conservation programs in Nebraska. The current commission is heavily represented by groundwater interests, who are often at odds with surface-water users, Sen. Carlson said. The overhaul would add members to the current commission to give a greater voice to cities, manufacturers, irrigation districts and farmers who rely on surface water for their crops, he said. A governing body of 27 members, 13 elected and 14 appointed, is recommended to prioritize projects that will get Nebraska to the goal of water sustainability, flood control and maintain water quality. Entities like natural resources districts, irrigation districts and municipalities will apply for dollars, and a ranking system based on specific criteria will be used to determine which projects should be funded and specific project funding amounts. In its report, task force members suggest that the governing body be selected and in place by mid-2014. The Nebraska Department of Natural Resources would set application guidelines, and the initial applications would be made and ranked in 2014. The recommended starting date for distributing funds is early 2015. The report can be found at the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources website at www.dnr.ne.gov/LB517.
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The Nebraska Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case of Latzel v. Gaughen Thurs., Jan. 9. The Court's decision in the case could have significant consequences for agriculture. The case involves a traffic accident which occurred at a rural intersection, unguarded by stop or yield signs, resulting in the death of a passenger, Ms. Latzel's husband. Fields of corn, roughly seven feet tall at the time, were adjacent to the intersection. The case focuses on the potential liability of the adjacent landowners because the corn obstructed the view of the drivers as they entered the intersection, Anthony Aerts, Nebraska Farm Bureau assistant director of state and regulatory affairs, said Jan. 9 who attended the hearing. Evidence in the case suggested that the corn in the fields adjacent to the intersection was planted in the same manner as all other cornfields in Nebraska (i.e. up to the roadside ditch), and the drivers did not attempt to meaningfully slow their respective speeds and search for oncoming traffic before entering the intersection, he said. In the legal proceedings leading up to the Nebraska Supreme Court arguments the District Court judge ruled that the negligence of the drivers in failing to slow down before entering the unmarked intersection excused the farmers who owned the adjacent cornfields from liability for the accident. However, that decision was appealed by the plaintiff, and the question before the Nebraska Supreme Court now is whether the farmers could have anticipated the negligence of the drivers and that the corn in their fields created a "traffic hazard," and thereby be held liable for some amount of damages that resulted from the accident, Aerts said. The lawyer for the appellant, Ms. Latzel, argued that an existing Nebraska statute required landowners to remove traffic hazards present on their property, particularly when notified to do so by the Department of Roads. Based upon his interpretation of this statute, the appellant's lawyer argued that the farmers had a duty to remove, reduce (or never plant) the corn near the intersection, as it blocked the visual corridor, he said. The lawyer for the appellees, the farmers, argued that the corn was planted in the traditional manner for Nebraska and therefore did not rise to the level of a traffic hazard, and that the way the corn obstructed the view of the intersection only became a problem due to the negligence of the drivers not looking before crossing, Aerts said. Given the potential ramifications for farmers and ranchers of an adverse ruling by the Court in this case, Nebraska Farm Bureau's Legal Foundation voted to have an amicus, or "Friend of the Court," brief submitted to the Court explaining that a decision which held the farmers liable would set a dangerous precedent that could result in significant negative economic and private property right consequences for farmers and ranchers in Nebraska, Aerts said. While it is difficult to predict exactly how the Court will rule in its Opinion, a decision should be issued no later than early summer of this year.
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Drones Hold Great Promise for Agriculture

SAN ANTONIO Small unmanned aircraft systems, better known as drones, hold great promise for agriculture, Kansas State University Agronomist Kevin Price told farmers at the American Farm Bureau Federations 95th Annual Convention Jan. 12. Agriculture applications for drones in development include data collection on crop health, vigor and yields, tracking the spread of invasive plant species and monitoring cattle feedlots. Data collection of field images by cameras mounted on drones is extremely accurate to within 1 inch, Price said. The biggest challenge is extracting useful data from the tons of it that is collected, Price said. New software needs to be created that can take data and transform it into useful information. The economic potential of drones is tremendous in terms of precision agriculture, but will not be realized without approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. States with the most agriculture stand to reap the greatest benefits from the technology. About 80 percent of economic income from drone technology will be in agriculture, Price said. Drone technology continues to develop rapidly while costs are declining, Price ex-
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SAN ANTONIO With a new farm bill still in limbo, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack urged farmers and ranchers to work to increase the understanding of agriculture, during his remarks at the general session of the American Farm Bureau Federations 95th Annual Convention Jan. 13. Passage of a farm bill is long overdue, Vilsack said, adding, Producers understand this. He characterized passage of a new farm bill as the number one issue affecting American agriculture today. Every American should be concerned with the lack of congressional action on the farm bill, Vilsack said. We need this farm bill, and we need it now, he added, encouraging Farm Bureau members to contact their members of Congress and let them know passage of the bill is important. Further, with most Americans far removed from where their food comes from, educating friends about what farming is and what it does is important, Vilsack said. The fact that agriculture is a major driving force of the overall economy, accounting for 5 percent of the U.S. gross domestic product and employing 16 million Americans, is something many people may not realize, he explained. Vilsack highlighted several provisions of the farm bill that benefit farmers and rural America that will be restored when the legislation is approved including programs for disaster assistance, trade promotion, conservation and crop insurance. He noted that new initiatives, such as assistance for beginning farmers and military veterans interested in reconnecting with the land, also hold great promise once the bill becomes law.
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Open Dialogue Key to Changing Conversation about GMOs

SAN ANTONIO Despite the head start biotechnology opponents have, theres still plenty of opportunity for farmers, ranchers and the biotechnology industry to change the conversation about genetically modified organisms, Dr. Cathleen Enright told attendees at a workshop during the American Farm Bureau Federations 95th Annual Convention Jan. 13. The key to making that change happen is an open and transparent dialogue with consumers, according to Enright, Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO) executive vice president, food and agriculture. While the adoption of GMO crops is on the rise around the world, so is consumer opposition in the U.S. More and more organizations are working to create fear, attack agriculture and malign biotechnology companies, Enright said. And if the mandatory ballot labeling activity in more than 30 states in 2013 is any indication, the anti-GMO message is getting through. There are three components common to all these legislative efforts and ballot initiatives: they are framed as consumers right to know; they exempted alcohol, dairy, meat and restaurant food; and they would allow lawsuits based on asserted non-compliance. Theyre trying to change market conditions through legislation. Their goal is to convince you to buy something else, Enright said. Opposing these efforts on a stateby-state basis is unsustainable and untenable, she added. Anti-GMO groups were among the first to use social media to establish their message and rally people around their cause, but biotech supporters are catching up quickly. With research showing that people who have unfavorable opinions about GMOs base their purchasing decisions on other factors, like price, there is clearly an opening for farmers, ranchers and other biotech proponents, Enright said. The first step to opening that dialogue is acknowledging peoples skepticism about food made with GMO ingredients. We have great stories that are not being heard because we are not believed, she said. Only when our audiences understand we are listening to them will they listen to us. To that end, BIO last year launched the GMO Answers website gmoanswers.com, through which they invite anyone to ask any question about biotechnology. And ask people did. From July through December, 626 questions were posed and 404 were answered. Another 100-plus are in the process of being answered. Also during this time, there were more than 120,000 visits to the site and more than 526,000 page views, with visitors spending more than 5 minutes on the site on average a significant amount of time. The questions are answered by independent, third-party experts. Enright also credits the website for the uptick in biotech coverage by the mainstream media. Who wouldnt be interested in asking Monsanto, Dow or DuPont the tough questions? Enright asked. Whether its a considerable undertaking like GMO Answers or a conversation between a farmer and grocery store customer, the main goal is to give people the whole story so they can make up their own minds. Theres too much at stake not to succeed, she added. We are going to need as much knowledge, diversity and innovation as possible to feed the world.
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FARM EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: White 6700 planter, 6 row 36, always shedded low acres, $3,500 obo; JD grill guard for newer loader, heavy built car trailer, $1,400 obo. Call Seward, 402-534-2109. FOR SALE: New 5x10 cattle panels, light and heavy duty available, ranging from $65 to $85. Call Hall, 308-745-0249. FOR SALE: 1987 Keifer 16 livestock trailer, new floor, lights work, decent tires w/ spare. Call Hall, 308-745-0249. FOR SALE: Set of 500 gal saddle tanks, will fit 7000 and 8000 series Case IH tractor, tanks are slim line
to work with MFD tractors. Call Jefferson, 402-446-2020. FOR SALE: 2 drying bins, loaded; $10,000 Conrad 24, 6 ring, 6,000bu+; $20,000 GSI 36, 9 ring, 21,000bu+; both have grain spreaders, 3 down augers, drying floors, vertical unload. Call Cairo, 308-485-4464. FOR SALE: White 6700 planter with monitor, excellent condition, 6 row spaced at 30 inches, can be moved out to 36 inches. Call Hamilton, 402-757-3380. FOR SALE: 2000 Case IH 1063 corn head 6 row, 30 in, poly snouts, $15,900; 1994 Case IH 1666 combine, ag ldr
YM, Fld Trac, chf spreader, excellent rubber, $40,500. Call Johnson, 402-239-8036. FOR SALE: 1986 Honda FourTrax 200, starts and runs well, new battery, good tires. $550. Call Kearney/Franklin, 308-832-2258. FOR SALE: F-11 farmhand loader with grapple and 8 ft bucket; International H tractor, good tires, wide front; 5 chromecraft counter height bars stools, swivel, tilt, arms, cushioned seat and backs, nice. Call Holt, 308-348-2005. FOR SALE: Header cart, 31 ft. 672 EZ Trail, very low miles. Call Dixon, 402-635-2372.
VEHICLE FOR SALE: 1995 Chevy Silverado pick-up, 192k, good solid truck, all in the box, $3800. Call Lancaster, 402-432-8030. MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE: Oak firewood, split and ready to burn, full size pickup, $125, other quantities too. Call Washington, 402-533-2123 or email, boji1357@yahoo.com. FOR SALE: 250 Dairy Quality Alfalfa, 1st thru 4th cutting, large round bales, relative feed value 166 to 223. Call Jefferson, 402-300-0732. FOR SALE: Big joe walk behind electric fork lift; 65 and 30
gal Snyder Poly tanks with stands; 15 Amp, 3 HP phase converter. Call Buffalo, 308-380-2703. FOR SALE: Chromecraft chairs and stools in excellent condition; oak table with 4 leaves, pedestal style. Call Boone, 402-395-2467. FOR SALE: Four Holer heating/cook stove, used in bunk house, purchased, Montgomery Ward, in late 1930s, 26x21, white porcelain oven door, $345. Call Blaine, 308-538-2207. FOR SALE: Cream Separator, sold by Sears, model 169500, ready to operate, purchased Dec. 12, 1941, instruction book available, $395. Call Blaine, 308-538-2207.
Expected Improvements for Livestock Markets in 2014

SAN ANTONIO Improved weather conditions and moderation in feed prices could show continued improvement for livestock markets in 2014, according to Dr. Derrell Peel, Extension livestock marketing specialist and professor of agribusiness at Oklahoma State University. Peel addressed farmers and ranchers from across the country Jan. 12 during an issues workshop at the American Farm Bureau Federation's 95th Annual Convention. The latter part of 2013 turned things around for most of the country, with drought conditions receding and increased market prices for beef, Peel said. Livestock markets are looking strong for 2014. Peel expressed extreme optimism for the cattle sector, predicting herd expansion for the next several years. Depending on the market and weather conditions, we have the potential to be in expansion mode for the rest of this decade. We havent seen this scenario since the '90s, Peel said. With cattle numbers at record lows since the 1950s, Peel said farmers and ranchers need to focus on expanding herds and responding to current markets. The incentives are there. We are at record prices and will move higher still, he said. But how profitable producers will be is a function of managing costs and production. Export markets will continue to be a strong outlet for farmers and ranchers in 2014, although Peel estimated a slight decrease in beef exports due to higher prices and lower production. American farmers are adapting to current conditions and are competitive in foreign markets, Peel said.
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