USDA Reports
Identifying needs versus wants in a down economy
Brownfield Ag NewsThu Sep 5, 6:38AM CDT
With the downturn in the farm economy likely to continue, Barry Benson, an ag banker with First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) says it’s more important than ever to be financially sound. He shares some tips about watching expenses, identifying spending habits and controlling finances where possible. The post Identifying...
Farmers encouraged to keep eye on expenses as inflation slows
Brownfield Ag NewsWed Aug 14, 7:08AM CDT
An ag banker says farmers need to maintain strong balance sheets even as inflation has slowed. Barry Benson with Nebraska-based First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) tells Brownfield… We do have to look to sharpen our pencils, make sure that we’re controlling costs where we can,” he says. “We always...
Warren Buffett’s Fear Indicator is Showing Wall Street’s Most Hated Stock Might Be Screaming Buy
HubtasFri Aug 2, 11:29AM CDT
Warren Buffett is renowned for being a legendary investor. But the Oracle of Omaha didn’t just stumble upon decades of beating the overall market, he uses a number of tools, indicators, and analytics to buy up battered-down companies, then reaps the rewards once the ‘fear’ settles down. Buffett currently holds...
Powerful bow echo slams Omaha with hurricane-force winds
Fox WeatherWed Jul 31, 10:40PM CDT
OMAHA, Neb. – Severe thunderstorms on Wednesday rocked eastern Nebraska and southwestern Iowa, causing widespread power outages in the Omaha metro area.The FOX Forecast Center described the storm system as a bow echo as it moved across the Cornhusker State’s largest city, resulting in extensive wind damage.Wind gusts around Eppley...
ACE Biofuels Conference
Brownfield Ag NewsMon Jul 29, 10:48AM CDT
On Thursday, August 15, 2024, Brownfield Anchor/Reporter Brandon Peoples will be in Omaha, Nebraska covering the American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) Biofuels Conference. The post ACE Biofuels Conference appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
Should Warren Buffett Buy This High-Moat Value Stock and Undo His 'Mistake'?
BarchartFri Jun 21, 6:00AM CDT
In the past, Warren Buffett has admitted that he made a mistake by selling Disney stock. Should the 'Oracle of Omaha' buy DIS stock and undo his mistake?
Nebraska, Iowa on alert for severe storms Thursday as tornado-ravaged areas in path once again
Fox WeatherThu May 23, 6:56AM CDT
OMAHA, Neb. – Two days after devastating storms ravaged Nebraska and Iowa, causing widespread damage and flooding, another series of severe storms is poised to hit the same areas on Thursday.These storms have the potential for tornadoes and unusually large hail, posing significant risks to the threatened regions.HOW TO WATCH...
Ag banker encourages growers to capitalize on market rally
Brownfield Ag NewsFri May 17, 6:04AM CDT
An ag banker encourages farmers to capitalize on the recent market rally. Barry Benson with Omaha-based FNBO says a wet pattern across much of the Midwest has resulted in some weather premium. “We have seen a nice little bounce back in corn and beans, and some of that I anticipate...
Proactively manage high interest rates
Brownfield Ag NewsTue May 7, 4:44PM CDT
Farmers are encouraged to proactively manage high interest rates. Barry Benson, VP of Agribusiness banking at Omaha-based FNBO, says persistent inflation is preventing the Federal Reserve from lowering rates, meaning ag producers will continue incurring higher operating costs for interest expenses. “This will increase their overall break-evens, and in turn...
Nebraska tornado survivor recounts mayhem: 'The windows exploded and glass was flying everywhere'
Fox WeatherSat May 4, 7:52AM CDT
BLAIR, Neb. — As a massive tornado swirled just outside Omaha on Saturday, Kevin Ryder said he was doing what every other Nebraskan would do."I was standing out back (of my home) watching the storm brew and coming up the hill," Ryder told FOX Weather. His brother Rich had his...