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Farm and ranch management resources, information and tools for ag decision-makers from @UNLAgEcon, @UNLExtension, @UNL_IANR.

 Lincoln, Nebraska
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Agricultural producers have a relatively short window to complete their Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) decisions for the 2026 crop year. Enrollment opened September 16 and closes December 11, 2026. Learn more below. cap.unl.edu/news/arcplc-enro…
Grain cart unloads into semi truck. "ARC/PLC Enrollment Reopens" is written at the top. "December 11 Deadline" is written at the bottom. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Grain cart unloads into semi truck. "ARC/PLC Enrollment Reopens" is written at the top. "December 11 Deadline" is written at the bottom. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

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Creating a succession plan is crucial to the long-term success of your farm or ranch. But where do you start? Listen to the full podcast through the link below to learn more. cap.unl.edu/succession/build…
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If you do not have a will or trust, Nebraska laws establish the legal process for transferring your assets to your heirs. This is why it is important to establish a personal estate plan laying out how you want you legacy to be passed on. Learn more below. cap.unl.edu/news/nebraskas-e…
Arial view of farmstead and surrounding fields. The words "Nebraska's Estate Plan For You Farm" are written through the center.

ALT Arial view of farmstead and surrounding fields. The words "Nebraska's Estate Plan For You Farm" are written through the center.

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What happens to your operation if you become disabled? Estate and transition planning often focus on what happens to the operation after you die. However, a good estate and transition plan should also include contingencies for disability. Learn more below. cap.unl.edu/news/what-happen…
Farmer sitting in tractor. The words "What Happens to Your FARM or RANCH If YOU become DISABLED?" are written throughout the image.

ALT Farmer sitting in tractor. The words "What Happens to Your FARM or RANCH If YOU become DISABLED?" are written throughout the image.

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Nebraska Extension will be hosting an online webinar series "Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow." The series will cover how to evaluate feed options and make informed nutrition decisions after drought conditions. Learn more through the link below. ianrnews.unl.edu/article/neb…
Cow grazing cornstalks with snow. "Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow November 9, November 12, November 16, November 19, 7:30-8:45 PM CT." is written at the top and center. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Cow grazing cornstalks with snow. "Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow November 9, November 12, November 16, November 19, 7:30-8:45 PM CT." is written at the top and center. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

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The words "fair" and "equal" are often used when dividing assets. However, it is hard to be truly equal when dividing farm and ranch assets, as each person values the assets differently. Learn about navigating this hard situation through the podcast below. cap.unl.edu/landlink/podcast…
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Deciding when to start harvest is no simple matter. There are many variables that factor into the decision. Learn more about the Harvest Moisture Calculator and how it can help your operation through the link below. cap.unl.edu/news/economics-c…
Soybeans ready to be harvested. "Harvest Moisture Calculator" is written in the top left corner. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Soybeans ready to be harvested. "Harvest Moisture Calculator" is written in the top left corner. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

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Join us tomorrow at noon CT. for a webinar covering what to know about the upcoming Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) deadline. Register today through the link below. unl.zoom.us/webinar/register…
Combine unloading into grain cart while harvesting corn. "ARC and PLC 2026 Farm Program Details and Decisions October 15 | 12 P.M. CT. | Webinar" is written at the top. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Combine unloading into grain cart while harvesting corn. "ARC and PLC 2026 Farm Program Details and Decisions October 15 | 12 P.M. CT. | Webinar" is written at the top. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

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One tactic to transfer wealth between generations is gifting. The U.S. tax code has two main laws that apply to gifting: the annual gift tax exclusion and the gift and estate tax basic exclusion amount. Learn more through the article linked below. cap.unl.edu/news/ideas-estat…
Farm couple has conversation while standing outside of tractor. The words "Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning Gifting" are written at the bottom.

ALT Farm couple has conversation while standing outside of tractor. The words "Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning Gifting" are written at the bottom.

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What is actually coming from one bushel of corn? Distillers grains, ethanol, corn oil, and other byproducts are all included. Learn more through the episode of our Grain Marketing series linked below. cap.unl.edu/news/new-grain-m…
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers are seeking participants for a survery relating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and agriculture. Learn how you can participate through the link below. cropwatch.unl.edu/news/midwe…
Farmer working on Ipad in front of sprayer. "AI in Agriculture" is written through the center. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Farmer working on Ipad in front of sprayer. "AI in Agriculture" is written through the center. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

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Producers often think that farm transition means completely stepping away from the operation. However, it could just mean stepping back. Learn more about stepping back instead of stepping away by participating in the Nebraska Land Link Program below. cap.unl.edu/landlink/podcast…
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Join us tomorrow for the 4th session in our Grain Marketing webinar series. This session will include a market update on corn and soybeans and then dig into a new marketing topic. Register for free through the link below. cap.unl.edu/news/new-grain-m…
Combine unloading corn into a grain truck. The words "Marketing Tips for Corn and Soybeans Webinar Series" are written at the top. The UNL TAPS logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Combine unloading corn into a grain truck. The words "Marketing Tips for Corn and Soybeans Webinar Series" are written at the top. The UNL TAPS logo is in the bottom right corner.

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For many farm and ranch families the ultimate goal is to bring children or grandchildren into the operation. Successfully doing this may need some creativity. The article below expands on gifting strategies by combining gifts with a lease agreement. cap.unl.edu/news/ideas-estat…
Old farmers lean up against truck and talk to younger farmer. The words "Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning GIft Leaseback" are written at the bottom.

ALT Old farmers lean up against truck and talk to younger farmer. The words "Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning GIft Leaseback" are written at the bottom.

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For most farm or ranch families, the ultimate goal is to continue the operation generation after generation. A strategy that is gaining popularity is the gifting of shares or a percentage of the business from the owner to their heirs. Learn more below. cap.unl.edu/news/ideas-estat…
Family stands at fence line. The words "Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning Gifting Ownership" are written at the top.

ALT Family stands at fence line. The words "Ideas for Estate and Transition Planning Gifting Ownership" are written at the top.

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Farm transitions aren't just about the paperwork and workload. The emotional side of a farm transition is not talked about often, but a large piece of the transition. Learn more about managing the emotions of farm transitions through the podcast below. cap.unl.edu/landlink/podcast…
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With drought conditions affecting forage availability and high hay prices increasing winter feed costs, Nebraska Extension will offer "Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow". A webinar series to help cattle producers evaluate feed options. Learn more below. ianrnews.unl.edu/article/neb…
Cows standing in pasture. "Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow" is written at the top. "Nebraska Extension Webianr Series" is written at the bottom. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Cows standing in pasture. "Fundamentals of Feeding the Cow" is written at the top. "Nebraska Extension Webianr Series" is written at the bottom. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

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Nebraska farmers have until Dec. 11, 2026, to complete their ARC and PLC elections for the 2026 crop year. This year's late signup means many producers already know their harvested yields and can factor them into the decision. Learn more below. cap.unl.edu/news/arcplc-enro…
Tractor pulling grain cart in corn field. "ARC/PLC Enrollment Reopens" is written at the top. "What to Know for 2026" is written in the bottom left corner. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Tractor pulling grain cart in corn field. "ARC/PLC Enrollment Reopens" is written at the top. "What to Know for 2026" is written in the bottom left corner. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

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Have you ever wanted to read the WASDE Report but didn't know where to start? Learn more to prepare for the upcoming October 10th WASDE report through the link below. cap.unl.edu/news/new-grain-m…
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Join us next Thursday for a webinar highlighting the open enrollment for Price Loss Coverage (PLC) and Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC). Register for free today through the link below. unl.zoom.us/webinar/register…
Combine harvesting corn. "ARC and PLC 2026 October 15 | 12 P.M. CT. | Webinar Farm Program Details and Decisions" is written at the top. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

ALT Combine harvesting corn. "ARC and PLC 2026 October 15 | 12 P.M. CT. | Webinar Farm Program Details and Decisions" is written at the top. The CAP logo is in the bottom right corner.

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