Turning Their Backs On the Wind

Wind energy presents a unique opportunity to create new jobs and increase incomes in rural Nebraska.

Why I'm Excited for the Energy Fair!

On June 23rd and 24th, the Center for Rural Affairs will host the Nebraska Renewable Energy Fair, held in our very own hometown of Lyons.

Off the Grid

On June 23rd and 24th, the Center for Rural Affairs will host the Nebraska Renewable Energy Fair, held in our very own hometown of Lyons.

Montana Jumps Into High Risk Pool First

On June 25th, the state became one of the first to finalize a contract with HHS to launch their state high risk pool. The pool provides health insurance, along with financial security and peace of mind.

Out to Pasture

Thanks to the efforts of concerned farmers, the Center for Rural Affairs and National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition, farmers who convert their cropland to grazing land will receive higher payment rates than before.

A Reasonable Hope

Overseeing Americas livestock markets is the most thankless of jobs. However, family farmers and ranchers have learned that the absence of leadership in this role leaves governance to those who pursue power for their own narrow ends over the common good.

A Recipe for Healthier Kids Podcast
Two-thirds of school children eat a National School Lunch Program lunch, consuming one-third of their total daily calories from that meal. The food in that meal travels between 2500 and 4000 miles before reaching their plates.

 
The Green Event of the Summer, Nebraska Renewable Energy Fair Podcast
The Nebraska Renewable Energy Fair will be held in Lyons, Nebraska on July 23rd & 24th after a one year hiatus. Nebraskans have the opportunity to learn about renewable energy.

Click to hear the entire 20 part series on the Center produced by WNAX in 2009.

The 2009 Center for Rural Affairs' MarketPlace Promotional Radio Ad


Chuck Hassebrook of the Center for Rural Affairs discussing the 2007 Farm Bill on Agri Talk.


Beginning farmer Jacob Cowgill discusses his trip to Washington to lobby for beginning farmer provisions in the 2007 Farm Bill.