Old as Dirt
Conservation-centered agricultural practices are restorative for ecosystems above and below the Earth’s surface – and this is nothing new!
sus•tain•a•bil•i•ty
(noun) supplying a growing world with food, fuel, feed and fiber – while safeguarding its resources for future generations
Our world’s resources matter
The ag industry is not only taking action to achieve global sustainability – it is experiencing measurable results. Every year Nebraska corn farmers are growing more with less – less water, fewer chemicals, smaller plots of land and a lower impact on the environment. This efficiency is just one way farmers are determined to protect the world’s resources – while feeding, clothing and fueling infinite future generations.
The Untold Environmental Pros of Cow Poop
In recent years, the carbon footprint of livestock production has received a fair amount of criticism from environmentalists, journalists and even legislators.
Using and Conserving Water
Irrigation is almost as old as farming is. As irrigation techniques advance, water conservation is the key to maintaining robust world food production.
Fueling a Cleaner Future
When you stop at the gas station to top off your tank, how much thought do you put in to choosing the fuel that’s right for your car?
Field to Market
Agriculture’s environmental footprint affects all of us, but it’s an especially high priority for the men and women who live and work within the agricultural supply chain.
Farmers are Partnering to Protect the Environment
For farmers and ranchers, prioritizing sustainability extends far beyond their own land.
CornsTalk Publications
CornsTalk is a newsletter produced by the Nebraska Corn Board that covers important subjects and provides regular updates on various programs of interest to consumers, corn growers and others. Browse online articles and previous editions of the full newsletter below!
