Best Grain Handling Podcasts (2025)

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18-year-old charged with terroristic threats in Sarpy County bas 0:53

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Eighteen-year-old Marshall Fry was charged with making terroristic threats and arrested Oct. 22 in Sarpy County. An affidavit from the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office stated that the Instagram account “marshall506861” posted the comment, “Finna shoot you guys up,” on a post from Scary Acres, a seasonal haunted house attraction. Michael Halbleib, Scar…

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Who Is Gluten-Free Really For? Grains, Gluten, and Your Gut 38:20

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It’s more common than ever to hear about gluten sensitivities and celiac disease. But is a gluten-free diet for everyone? How do you know if you need to eliminate gluten? And is the gluten overseas healthier than what we have in the U.S.? On this episode of On Nutrition, dietitian and nutrition influencer Gabrielle Palmeri talks through the differe…

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Nebraska net farm income projected to increase by 42% in 2025 1:07

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Despite tariff concerns and low grain prices, Nebraska ag producers are on track for a good year overall. Net farm income in the state is projected to reach around 8.4 billion dollars, up from just under 6 billion dollars last year. Increased livestock receipts and government payments represent the bulk of the additional income, which were enough t…

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UNO biomechanics facilities receive $6 million NIH grant 1:07

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The University of Nebraska Omaha's Center for Research and Human Movement Variability has made Nebraska an internationally recognized player in the biomechanics field. Now, with a final round of funding from the National Institutes of Health, MOVCENTR will work to future-proof its services, therapies and research.…

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Solar arrays supply shade — and land — for Midwest farmers 3:38

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Temperatures remained into the 80s well in the fall this year in parts of the Midwest. Agrivoltaics offers a respite to extreme heat and land access for new farmers.By Nebraska Public Media

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Temporary Storage – Is Your System Ready? 37:44

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Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. Temporary Storage – Is Your System Ready? Temporary storage plays a critical role in grain operations—but it comes with unique challenges, risks, and costs that must be carefully managed. In this episode, 40-year industry veter…

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Cannabis Commission declines to make changes to regulations 1:06

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The three members of the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission did not attend a public hearing on the draft regulations for the substance in October, but they did consider six categories of recommendations that came from the hearing. The recommendations included allowing additional forms of cannabis, increasing the number of licensed facilities and …

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The Star City Hearse Club is becoming a Halloween staple 5:12

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Each year, the Star City Hearse Club does their Halloween Hearse Tour. They are becoming a Halloween staple, but they want to do more.By Nebraska Public Media

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Longtime Nebraska meteorologist discusses his career, retirement 5:36

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For 39 years, Ken Siemek has been presence in living rooms in Lincoln and across the state of Nebraska as Chief Meteorologist for 10/11 television. After 44 years at 10/11, Siemek retired at the end of October. Nebraska Public Media's Dale Johnson sat down with his longtime broadcast friend to talk about humble beginnings and a remarkable career.…

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How to Maximize Fall Fertilizer Efficiency 36:32

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In today’s episode, host Lorrie Boyer sits down with Daniel Kaiser, University of Minnesota professor and extension soil scientist. They discuss fall nutrient efficiency—timing, placement, and the practices that pay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Successful Farming

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Saturday Shorts: Grain Bin Rentals, A Practical Fix for a Big Harvest 2:28

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Big yields are great—until you run out of storage space. Michigan State University’s John LaPorte shares how renting a grain bin from a neighbor can be a practical solution, what fair rental rates look like, and how to negotiate an agreement that works for both parties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Economic forecasting board lowers state revenue projections 1:09

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Nebraska lawmakers were given a spooky revenue projection on Halloween, but it didn’t come as surprise to fiscal committee leadership. The Nebraska Economic Forecasting Advisory Board revised its April state revenue projections downward by around $120 million dollars for FY2025-26, and $247 million for FY2026-27. That means the state’s budget short…

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Budget squeeze seen to limit school finance reform for now 1:11

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The state's budget challenges may make holding the line on property taxes the short-term goal.By Nebraska Public Media

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Nebraska legislative leadership looks ahead to 2026 session 1:02

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Next year will be a time of belt-tightening in the state capitol. That’s the sentiment from fiscal committee leadership ahead of the 60-day session that begins in January. Changes from the One, Big Beautiful Bill Act are estimated to cost the state more than $200 million in revenue over the next two years. That, combined with lower-than-expected st…

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Doane, Methodist collaborate for accelerated nursing pathway 0:46

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Doane University and Nebraska Methodist College will partner on a new accelerated nursing pathway to help address health care shortages across the state. The official program begins in fall 2026, but leaders said the two institutions already share many students.By Nebraska Public Media

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Land Leases 101: Negotiating Fair Terms for Farmers and Landowners 31:17

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In today’s episode, host Lorrie Boyer sits down with John LaPorte, a Michigan State University Farm Business Management Educator. They discuss how landowners and farmers can navigate rental agreements and lease negotiations, how to determine fair farmland values, and what factors influence rent stability even as commodity prices fluctuate. Learn mo…

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New detasseling law falls short of expectations in Nebraska 4:05

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Local contractors say they have enough local labor to detassel Nebraska’s seed corn but they’re losing work to migrant workers on H-2A visas. A 2024 Nebraska law attempted to increase transparency in detasseling labor practices.By Nebraska Public Media

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Report shows NU in good financial health amid cuts 0:59

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An American Association of University Professors report showed that the University of Nebraska is in “good financial health” amid ongoing budget cut discussions. The Lincoln campus chancellor will submit recommended cuts to the Board of Regents before its December meeting. The latest proposal included eliminating six programs.…

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Ricketts says GOP won't negotiate with Dems until after shutdown 0:58

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Republicans have tried to pass a continuing resolution to keep the government funded at previous levels through late November, but it’s failed 13 times to receive the 60 votes needed in the Senate to pass. Democrats say they want to negotiate an extension of tax credits for people who receive health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. Speaki…

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Thousands of Nebraskans are expected to lose SNAP benefits 0:48

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41 million Americans are expected to lose their SNAP benefits at the end of the month due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. Within Nebraska, SNAP benefits will be paused as of Wednesday, October 29.By Nebraska Public Media

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Gov. Pillen shares experience in Israel while on trade mission 0:53

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Gov. Jim Pillen is in Isreal this week to promote Nebraska trade and U.S. defense technology. The governor attended a swearing in ceremony for new troops in the Israeli army and visited the Nova Festival Memorial, which commemorates the victims of the Oct. 7 attacks. Pillen said he met with people in western Galilee who have endured thousands of wa…

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Creighton course aims to help K-12 educators implement AI 0:45

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Creighton University launched an online course this month to help educators understand best uses for AI in their classrooms. The $50, self-paced module covers basics of AI, ethics and ways to utilize it for teachers and students.By Nebraska Public Media

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First woman appointed to the Nebraska Supreme Court to step down 5:20

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The first woman appointed to the Nebraska Supreme Court is retiring at the end of the month. Lindsey Miller-Lerman is also the longest-serving member of the Nebraska Supreme Court at 27 years. Justice Miller-Lerman told Nebraska Public Media’s Dale Johnson she always wanted to be a lawyer.By Nebraska Public Media

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Rural town leaders want to bridge gap between young and old 5:31

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Not as many younger people are joining clubs like Rotary and Sertoma. A group of neighbors in the southeastern Nebraska town of Crete want to change that in their community, by bringing together people — young and old. Former state senator Laura Ebke helped found the group Crete Connect just a few days after the shooting death of political activist…

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Heat You Can Handle: How a Chef Turned His Hot Sauce Into a Brand 56:45

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In today’s episode, we chat with Matt Kuerbis, Escoffier Chef Instructor in Plant-Based Culinary Arts and Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management. A chef-educator and entrepreneur, Matt blends classroom teaching with real-world brand building through his hot sauce company, HYCH. Matt opens up about the high-stakes pivot behind “Heat You Can …

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Omaha Tribe Cannabis Commission holds first meeting 1:06

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Several weeks after Nebraska awarded its first medical cannabis cultivation licenses, the Omaha Tribe Cannabis Commission voted to award the tribe itself with vertical licensure. That allows the tribe to participate in all parts of the cannabis process, including the cultivation, manufacturing and sale of cannabis.…

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The Nebraska Storytelling Festival held its fourth annual event 5:57

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The Nebraska Storytelling Festival held its fourth annual event last Thursday in Lincoln. Ten Nebraskans got up on stage and told a story from their lives; all centered around the theme of “Lost and Found.”By Nebraska Public Media