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NEFB Initiative Assists Farmers and Ranchers in Estate and Succession Planning

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LINCOLN, NEB. – Nebraska Farm Bureau is excited to announce the establishment of the Nebraska Ag Legal Professionals Group, a dedicated initiative aimed at assisting farmers and ranchers in estate and succession planning. This innovative group will focus on providing specialized legal counsel to farm and ranch families, ensuring a smooth transition of assets and securing a sustainable future for agricultural legacies.

Celebrating Nebraska Agriculture on National Ag Week

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As National Ag Week approaches, it’s essential to reflect on agriculture’s pivotal role in Nebraska’s economy and in shaping its identity and future. Agriculture isn’t just an industry; it’s the heartbeat of our state, embodying resilience, innovation, and community spirit.

Evnen Promotes Nebraska in Trade Mission to Kenya

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Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen led a trade and investment mission to Kenya from February 12 to February 22. As a part of the trade mission, Secretary Evnen and Deputy Secretary Cindi Allen connected Nebraska-based businesses with trade opportunities in Kenya. The trade mission included meetings between business leaders, researchers and government officials across Kenya. The trade mission focused on connecting Kenya importers with corn growers and researchers in Nebraska. “The country of Kenya provides immense opportunities for Nebraska businesses,” Secretary of State Bob Evnen said. “Nebraska is known around the globe for its agriculture and its contributions to feeding a growing world. I’m honored to help build new connections that will benefit the people of Nebraska and Kenya.” The February 2024 Trade and Investment Mission to Kenya was Secretary Evnen’s sixth international trade mission since taking office in 2019 and second trade mission to Kenya. As a part of the Secretary of State’s statutory responsibility to promote international exchanges of commerce and culture, Secretary Evnen has led prior trade missions with Nebraska businesses to Bulgaria, Tanzania, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan.

Career Opportunities in the Agricultural Sector

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Individuals approach their careers in various ways. Some may aspire to climb the corporate ladder, while others may pursue a career that affords them ample personal time to spend how they see fit. Many individuals look for careers that afford them ample opportunities to work in the great outdoors, which could make the agricultural sector an appealing industry.

Three Challenges Facing the Agricultural Sector

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Since the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic in early 2020, businesses big and small have faced significant challenges. Though the pandemic has ended, many sectors, including the agricultural industry, are facing familiar and unfamiliar challenges.

Nebraska’s Top National Rankings

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Ranked 1st Beef and veal exports, 2023 – $1,780,838,180 Commercial cattle slaughter, 2023 – 6,805,500 head Harvested cropland acres, irrigated, 2022 – 7,857,031 acres Great Northern bean production, 2023 – 664,000 cwt Cash receipts per capita, 2022 - $16,098 Ranked 2nd All cattle and calves, Jan. 1, 2024 – 6,250,000 head Popcorn production, 2022– 333,276,821 lbs Ethanol production, 2023 – 2,345,000,000 gallons Pinto bean production, 2023 – 986,000 cwt.