John Johnston is the butcher at Walgren’s Supermarket in Wauneta. He is cutting top sirloins for the display case at the market. He genuinely enjoys grilling steaks and sharing his knowledge. — Photo courtesy of Amanda Pankonin
Governor Pete Ricketts has proclaimed May as “Beef Month” in Nebraska.
Cattle have always been an integral part of Nebraska.
After a successful launch of the Nebraska Beef Passport in 2021, the state’s Beef Council has launched its 2022 program.
Wilson’s Feed Yards near Grant, owned by Derek Wilson (pictured), is full, like most feed yards in the area. This is mainly because of the continuing drought pushing producers to reduce their herds to ease the cost and resources to feed the animals. — Becky Uehling | Grant Tribune-Sentinel
Without a doubt, Southwest Nebraska and Northeast Colorado cattle producers, like producers across the United States, are facing a whirlwind of issues and tough decisions in 2022.
Holyoke High School FFA members compete at the State Career Development contest at Colorado State University. — Courtesy Photo
The Holyoke FFA chapter had a great day at its State Career Development contest at Colorado State University May 1-2. Ten teams and 35 members competed at this contest.
Results include:
From bees to beef, around 300 area fifth and sixth graders learned about different sectors of the agriculture industry at AgFest, which was hosted by Colorado State University Extension at the Phil
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