UNL Center for Ag Profitability

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

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The Center for Agricultural Profitability and Nebraska Extension announce the hiring of David Haupt as a financial analyst to offer free consultations with farmers and ranchers navigating complex financial situations. Learn more through the link below.

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Estate and transition planning often focus on what happens to the farm or ranch at the death of a key person, but it should also include disability. This can be hard as the severity and duration of the disability are unknown. Learn more below.

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The Nebraska Land Link Program connects beginning farmers and ranchers with retiring landowners in Nebraska. Listen to their latest podcast to learn more about how good communication and negotiation can create a successful transition.

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Join us this Thursday, June 4th at noon CT. for our weekly webinar. This week we will hear from Jessica Groskopf and Linda Reddish to learn more about how to use professional tools to navigate farm divorce.

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Where does a lease agreement come into play when you are developing a succession plan? Learn about this and more through the link below.

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[Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources @UNL_IANR]

Nebraska Extension will host a free June 11 webinar, Management Options in Drought, to help producers navigate ongoing dry conditions and management decisions.

Register: https://t.co/4FRCRpx3yp

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What happens to your assets if you don't have an heir who is going to take over your operation? Some might think that the simple answer is that they are sold and the proceeds are distributed to the heirs. In reality, it is much more than that.

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[Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources @UNL_IANR]

The land-grant university system helped shape America, and Nebraska is helping lead its future.

Since 1869, @UNLincoln has connected research, teaching and @UNLExtension to serve Nebraskans across all 93 counties.

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Weather-related livestock sales may qualify for tax deferral, but the rules differ depending on the type of livestock sold and whether animals will be replaced. Learn more with the Managing the Tax Impact of Weather-Related Livestock Sales article below.
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Farming in Nebraska is a fixed-input-intensive industry. Increasing acres farmed allows producers to spread fixed costs over a larger number of bushels. This directly lowers the cost of production and therefore increases profits.

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When something like wildfire hits, tax planning isn't usually the first priority. There’s a lot to deal with immediately, but fairly quickly, the financial side starts to matter. Learn about the tax impact of weather-related livestock sales below.

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Farm and ranch succession planning is an important part of overall financial planning. But where do you start? Click the link below to learn about how to select a lawyer and what you should bring to your first meeting.

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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. Read more about how you can add gifting in your farm succession plan.

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[Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources @UNL_IANR]

Access to land remains one of the biggest barriers facing beginning farmers and ranchers.

Nebraska Land Link helps connect the next generation of producers with landowners looking to transition their operations.

https://t.co/hWdwn9KT77

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Join us Thursday at noon CT to learn how agronomic and economic findings in recent Nebraska On-Farm Research Network projects can help producer decision-making. https://t.co/Sr3gjA8n69

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For many family operations, there is no clear chain of command. The business could grind to a halt if the owner becomes incapacitated and is unable to assume at least some of their business functions. Learn more on how to keep this from happening below.

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Our new Land Link Podcast series highlights the process of becoming a land seeker or retiring land owner. Listen to our new episode today.

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Strong land partnerships are built on more than logistics. They are built on shared values and a clear sense of purpose. Listen in to our Nebraska Land Link podcast series to hear more about the importance of creating strong values and mission statements.

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The 2026 Buy Fresh Buy Local Nebraska Local Food Guide is here, highlighting local producers, markets, and food businesses across the state. Plus, it's the program's 20th anniversary! Hear from coordinator Michelle Garwood on Nebraska FARMcast: https://t.co/uyhhBxV3kq

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Nebraska net farm income is projected to increase by 12% in 2026, reaching a record $9.96 billion, according to the latest projections. Read more through our spring 2026 Nebraska Farm Income Update.

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