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SOUTH SIOUX CITY, NEBRASKA – Free one-on-one small business consultations are available by appointment on Tuesdays, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with a marketing and networking session from 1:30 to 2...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Renewable energy offers economic benefits to rural areas and counties where projects are typically located, including direct payments to landowners that establish a new, steady source of income.
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – The Center for Rural Affairs salutes the efforts of Rep. Jeff Fortenberry (NE-1) to secure funding for programs aimed at supporting rural small business owners and small meat processors as part of the U.S. House of Representatives’ appropriations process.
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – For many producers, conservation is an important tool in keeping their farm or ranch resilient for years to come.
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Para muchos productores, la conservación es una herramienta importante para mantener su finca o rancho resistente y fuerte durante los próximos años.
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Farmers and ranchers are invited to participate in a webinar on July 20 from noon to 1 p.m., CT, which will provide an overview of available federal crop insurance options.
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Three Nebraska farmers will join the Center for Rural Affairs on Wednesday, July 21, for a virtual town hall discussion on recent state and federal policy developments for local food systems and what strengthens the connection between farmers and consumers.
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COLUMBUS, NEBRASKA – Karina Perez, of Columbus, Nebraska, has been appointed to the Center for Rural Affairs Board of Directors. The Center for Rural Affairs is a private, nonprofit organization...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Nebraska entrepreneurs and small business managers in the panhandle region are invited to attend a free, sector-specific virtual workshops sponsored by the Center for Rural Affairs...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Los empresarios de Nebraska y los gerentes de pequeñas empresas en la región del Oeste (Panhandle) están invitados a asistir a talleres virtuales gratuitos y específicos del sector...
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SCOTTSBLUFF, WEST POINT, AND GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA – Three free beekeeping events are set for Nebraskans focused on getting a start in the industry. These workshops in Scottsbluff, West Point, and...
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SCOTTSBLUFF, WEST POINT, AND GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA – Se han programado tres eventos de apicultura gratuitos para los habitantes de Nebraska que están interesados en iniciarse en esta industria. Estos...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Los miembros de la comunidad rural y los dueños de negocios tienen una nueva oportunidad para mejorar sus habilidades de liderazgo. El Center for Rural Affairs ha lanzado la Red de...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Rural community members and business owners in Nebraska have a new opportunity to boost their leadership skills. The Entrepreneurship and Community Coaching Network has been launched...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – The deadline for South Dakota farmers interested in submitting new applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is July 9. This is the second deadline for 2021 funding, following a first batch cutoff in December 2020.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Center for Rural Affairs applauds the U.S. Senate for passing the Growing Climate Solutions Act. The legislation was passed today on a 92-8 vote.
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SCOTTSBLUFF AND WEST POINT, NEBRASKA – Those interested in learning about farming are invited to attend workshops in Scottsbluff and West Point. These free events are hosted by the Center for Rural...
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SCOTTSBLUFF AND WEST POINT , NEBRASKA – Los interesados en aprender sobre agricultura están invitados a asistir a talleres en Scottsbluff y West Point. Estos eventos gratuitos son organizados por el...
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – The Center for Rural Affairs applauds the launch of a new grant program aimed at building capacity and increasing economic opportunity for small- and mid-sized meat and poultry processors.
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LYONS, NEBRASKA – Business owners in northeast Nebraska are invited to attend free workshops for entrepreneurs looking to grow their social media and marketing skills, hosted by the Center for Rural...
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