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Every topic covered is first measured by this standard. The Market Journal crew is determined to help the agricultural producer improve his or her bottom line, to help make the business more profitable. Market Journal is produced in partnership with the Nebraska Rural Radio Network.

 

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This Week's Show

March 28, 2025

 

Cattle Markets | Mike Briggs

We were at Briggs Feed Yard this week and joining us to discuss recent trends in the Cattle Markets is none other than Mike Briggs. Here is our conversation from Wednesday.

 

Weekly Forecast | Eric Hunt

Spring has officially sprung. How are things looking across the state as producers are gearing up for planting? Market Journal Chief Meteorologist Eric Hunt has the answer.

 

Grain Bin Safety Week

This week was Grain Safety Week. This serves as a reminder of the critical steps for staying safe around grain. It is crucial for workers in the agriculture and grain industry to follow proper safety protocols to avoid accidents and health risks.

 

Land Rental Rates

Land rent can be based on several things, like rental rates of the local area, percentage return on investment or percentage of gross income, to name a few. Many people may wonder, what should I charge for renting my land? We were fortunate enough to get some answers to those questions at the 2025 Women In Ag Conference.

 

West Central Research Extension and Education Center

This week we are looking at research initiatives at North Platte's West Central Research Extension and Education Center with the Director of Agricultural Research Division, Derek Mclean and Extension Educator Julie Peterson.


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