Remember to practice proper food safety while enjoying the summer grilling season. The USDA has some tips to keep your barbecue free from foodborne illness: #AgFactFriday

Ag broadcaster Steve White received the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute’s (NAYI) Award of Merit, Nebraska Agricultural Youth Council's highest honor. Scholarships were also awarded to two recent high school graduates. Read more here:

With today being National French Fry Day, why not make some delicious French fries with Nebraska grown potatoes? Nebraska’s water resources, sandy soils and favorable climate promote great potato yields. #AgFactFriday

Did you know today is Cow Appreciation Day? Nebraska cattle are something to celebrate - our state ranked first in the nation for beef and veal exports in 2024. Remember to take time to appreciate beef producers today and eat Nebraska beef!

The Nebraska Department of Agriculture has announced a new Deputy Director. Read more here:

Did you know 1 in 4 jobs in Nebraska are related to agriculture? NDA is hiring, come be apart of it! Check out current openings here:

As we’re wrapping up Pollinator Month, let's remember that bees aren’t the only pollinating species. Flies, butterflies and moths are insect pollinators. Bats and birds, especially hummingbirds, are also pollinators, namely with night-blooming flowers and long, tubular flowers.

99% of the corn grown in Nebraska is field corn used for livestock feed and ethanol production. The four most common corn grown in Nebraska are field corn, sweet corn, white corn and popcorn. #AgFactFriday

Did you know only female bees can sting? Ovipositors are long, straw-like structures some insects have and are used for laying eggs. As only females lay eggs, they’re the only ones with ovipositors and in turn, the only ones with stingers.

Many insects feed on flower nectar and protein. Nectar, which is basically sugar water, is a carbohydrate with trace amounts of amino acids and micronutrients. Pollen on the other hand, is a protein, and its makeup is different for each floral source.

In honor of Pollinator Month, we're continuing to learn more about pollinators this week. Contrary to popular belief, most bees nest in the ground and are considered solitary. Only honeybees live in a hive and are considered social.

June is Pollinator Month! Flies are the second-most important group of pollinators (behind bees) mostly because of their hairy bodies. You can tell bees and flies apart a few different ways.

Not all landowners are operators and choose to rent out the land to what are called tenant farmers. While districts across the state have different percentages of owners vs. renters, the average equals out to an even 50/50. #AgFactFriday

NextGen & Negotiations are offering Succession workshops! These workshops provide advice on farm transition and succession planning to farmers and ranchers. To sign up for a workshop or for more information, call Michelle at the Nebraska Farm Hotline: 1-800-464-0258.

June is Dairy Month in Nebraska! The dairy industry is constantly working on sustainable and efficient practices. One of the ways they are accomplishing this is by recycling their water.

America’s favorite sandwich is a good, old-fashioned hamburger, a staple food for the summertime. Do something nice for Dad, or yourself and gather around the grill for a simple, delicious meal made with the best beef in the world produced right here in Nebraska!

Buffer strips are integral in reducing sediment and agrichemicals/pesticides in field run off. If you are interested in this program, visit to learn more or contact your NRCS or NRD office.

The Sandhills are perfect for cattle ranching and a beautiful scenic drive for anyone looking to explore the natural wonders of the Midwest! #AgFactFriday

Nebraska farmer’s markets are the place to be on Corn on the Cob Day. Get yourself the freshest sweet corn grown at one of the many family farms right here in Nebraska. NDA offers a lot of resources to support farmer’s markets with an online database for markets near you.

Nebraska is home to a lot of cattle. While most cattle in Nebraska are beef cows, 49,000 are dairy cows, producing 1.2 billion pounds of milk in 2024. Now that’s a lot of milk!