Cornhusker Ag Meetings Focus on Farm Policy

By Scout Nelson

The Center for Agricultural Profitability (CAP) at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will host a series of “Cornhusker Economics: Ag Outlook” meetings to help producers and agribusiness professionals prepare for the coming year.

These meetings will focus on the changing landscape of agricultural markets, finances, and policies that continue to shape Nebraska’s farm economy.

Experts from the University’s Department of Agricultural Economics and Nebraska Farm Business, Inc. will present updates on crop and livestock markets, farm financial conditions, and key agricultural policies. Their insights will help participants evaluate risk management plans, adjust to shifting market conditions, and strengthen long-term decision-making strategies.

“Nebraska agriculture is facing a mix of opportunity and uncertainty,” said Jessica Groskopf, an extension agricultural economist in Nebraska. “With a new farm bill in development, it’s an important time to assess where markets, policy and financial conditions are headed and how they fit into each operation.”

The meetings will also address tax provisions from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, highlighting key changes affecting deductions and tax planning for the 2025 fiscal year. Additional sessions will discuss farm program updates under the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, along with historical trends influencing current farm finances.

Financial professionals, policy experts, and agricultural economists will lead sessions across multiple Nebraska locations, including Kearney, Scottsbluff, Lincoln, and Norfolk in early December 2025. The meetings are free to attend, though registration is requested two days before each event.

This educational program is supported by the North Central Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Center (2024–2025), reinforcing Nebraska’s commitment to helping farmers navigate complex markets and financial challenges while fostering resilience in rural communities.

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