Rural Radio Network

07/11/2025

Ag Weather for Friday (7/11/25) | What to expect for Severe Storm Chances Today, How Much of a Cool-down to expect Tomorrow & the Middle of Next Week, and When Thunderstorms are More Likely Next Week

What to expect for Severe Storm Chances Today, How Much of a Cool-down to expect Tomorrow & the Middle of Next Week, and When Thunderstorms are More Likely Next Week

07/11/2025

AWARD-WINNING RANCH 🤠

The Wine Glass Ranch, located near Imperial, received the Region VII Environmental Stewardship Award during the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Summer Business Meeting in San Diego.

The award recognizes cattle producers who go above and beyond in protecting natural resources while raising beef.

A Nebraska ranching family has been honored with a 2025 regional Environmental Stewardship Award for their innovative conservation efforts and commitment to sustainable cattle production.

07/10/2025

After legislation cracking down on foreign ownership of ag land, Governor Jim Pillen says the next step will be new controls on access to farm data:

Just back from D.C., Governor Jim Pillen continues to speak out against foreign involvement in US agriculture. Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen joined Ag Secretary Brooke Pillen for the announcement of…

07/10/2025

Funding for USMARC and a new research facility is in the budget as Sen. Deb Fischer serves on the committee approving funding for key priorities for Nebraska agriculture:

Sen. Deb Fischer scores wins for Nebraska agriculture in a budget package.

07/10/2025

Kooper Schrunk of Pender emerged the 2025 Reserve World Champion All-Around Cowboy at the National Junior High Finals Rodeo in Des Moines. 🤠

Learn more about his accomplishments and listen to our interview with Kooper here!⬇️

The National Junior High Finals Rodeo wrapped up June 28 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pender, Nebraska’s Kooper Schrunk made his presence known, finishing in the top 20 in all four events he qualified in.

07/10/2025

Ag Weather for Thursday (7/10/25) | When to expect More Chances of Severe Weather, How Much Cooler Temperatures are Monday & the Middle of Next Week, and Improvements in the Latest Drought Monitor

When to expect More Chances of Severe Weather, How Much Cooler Temperatures are Monday & the Middle of Next Week, and Improvements in the Latest Drought Monitor

07/10/2025

Wheat has popped over Black Sea Supply concerns, corn exports have blown past expectations, and the livestock markets are reacting to the U.S.-Mexico border closure. 🌽🐄

Get the full scoop in today's Midday Market Commentary:

Wheat markets saw a modest lift overnight, driven by supply concerns in the Black Sea region, according to market analyst Mike Zuzolo of Global Commodity Analytics. “We’re getting a little bit more…

07/09/2025

Ag Weather for Wednesday (7/9/25) | More on an Upgraded Chance of Severe Weather Today, When & Where Severe Storms are More Likely, and How Much Cooler Late-Week Temperatures are

More on an Upgraded Chance of Severe Weather Today, When & Where Severe Storms are More Likely, and How Much Cooler Late-Week Temperatures are

07/09/2025

😎 They see me rollin’...

The iconic John Deere combine stroller is back and better than ever!

🌽🚜 Creator Taylor Neth upgraded the build with a reconstructed, foldable corn head… because why not?

Tag somebody who needs this.

07/08/2025

🐴💫 First saddle. First trail ride. First time feeling truly free.
Steve White takes us to a summer camp where kids aren’t just riding horses — they’re building confidence, learning responsibility, and making memories that stick for a lifetime.

Boy Scout Camp equestrian program connects kids with horses, connecting with the great outdoors

07/08/2025

Feeders finish over $5 higher while corn eyes 185 bpa crop | Channel Final Bell with Jim McCormick | July 8, 2025 | Live and feeder cattle futures finished another day with strong gains while favorable weather and excellent crop conditions pressured the grains. Jim McCormick with AgMarket.net detailed Tuesday's trade.

Topics
- Crop ratings - possible 185 bpa yield?
- 45Z and biofuels
- Trade talks with South Korea, Japan, others?
- Feeders rebound fast and furious

The Final Bell is a daily interactive wrap-up of what happened each day in the commodity markets. The Rural Radio Network will visit with a wide range of analysts to stay on top of market trends to help farmers and ranchers make informed decisions.