Thursday August 06 Ag News - NE Corn Congradulates USGBC Chair Reiners - NE FFA Foundation New Board members - Beef, Pork Export Update - ASA Farmer Forum, Farm Progress Preview - Senate Farm Bill Markup - and more!

 Nebraska Corn Congratulates Reiners on Election to Chairman of U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council

U.S. farmers and agribusiness leaders from across the country attended the U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council (USGBC) Board of Delegates Meeting held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin the last week of July. During this event, Jay Reiners was elected as chairman of the Board of Directors for USGBC.
 
“As I begin my year of chairmanship, I am honored and grateful for the trust of the delegates of the U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council. Stepping into this role as chairman is a responsibility I don't take lightly," said Reiners. "I've seen the impact of the Council's work up close, and I know how much it matters to farmers back home. This year, my focus is on strengthening the markets that matter most. Our farmers depend on strong export markets, and I'm committed to keeping that work moving forward: building relationships with buyers, opening new markets and making sure U.S. crops stay competitive on the world stage.”
 
Reiners is a retired farmer who grew corn and soybeans near Juanita, Nebraska. Now, Reiners is an agriculture consultant for various organizations. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and served in Nebraska’s Army National Guard. In 1992, Reiners’ Farms received the Aksarben’s Pioneer Farm Award. Reiners served on the Nebraska Corn Board as chairman and has served in leadership positions on the local, state and national levels, including U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council action teams.
 
"Jay's election as chairman of the U.S. Grains and BioProducts Council is a reflection of the leadership and dedication he brings to this work, and Nebraska is fortunate to have a farmer of his caliber representing us on the international stage," said Kelly Brunkhorst, executive director for the Nebraska Corn Board. "We thank him for his willingness to serve in this capacity, and we're proud that he is helping guide an organization that delivers strong value to growers here and across the country."
 
Reiner’s term began immediately following elections on July 31, 2026. 



Nebraska FFA Foundation Welcomes New Board Members

The Nebraska FFA Foundation is pleased to announce the addition of four new members to its Board of Directors. Joining the Foundation Board are:
● Gary Brandt – Hastings
● Eric Dam – Aurora
● Jeremy Hinrichs – Bruning
● Emily Johnson – Holdrege

These leaders join the board at a critical time to help expand awareness and financial backing for agricultural education across Nebraska. In their new roles, they will serve as advisors to the Foundation’s Executive Director and staff, helping to implement the organization's strategic plan.

"We are thrilled to welcome Gary, Eric, Jeremy, and Emily to our leadership team," says Stacey Agnew, Executive Director of the Nebraska FFA Foundation. "Each of these individuals brings a deep passion for agriculture and a unique set of skills that will help us drive sustainable funding for Nebraska FFA and agriculture education. In Nebraska, agriculture is the heartbeat of our rural communities, and our mission is all about helping young people find a place where they belong. With their guidance, we are well-positioned to expand our reach and cultivate the next generation of agricultural leaders.”

The volunteer Board of Directors oversees organizational health and growth through several core duties. Their responsibilities include approving the annual budget, reviewing audit reports, overseeing major business decisions, and serving on specialized committees. A core focus of their service will be actively engaging in fundraising efforts to support Nebraska FFA programs, supporting the mission of the Nebraska FFA Foundation to grow leaders, build communities and create career connections.



June Beef Export Value Above Year-Ago; Now-Resolved Offal Restrictions Slowed Pork Exports

In June, the value of U.S. beef exports increased from a year ago despite lower volumes, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). June pork exports were below last year, largely due to a sharp decline in pork variety meat exports attributable to pseudorabies-related restrictions, which have since been lifted by Mexico and Colombia.

Outstanding first half for beef exports to Taiwan and Latin American markets
June beef exports totaled 88,586 metric tons (mt), down 6% from a year ago. However, export value was up 3% to $790.1 million, bolstered by year-over-year increases in Japan, Taiwan, the ASEAN region, Central America, South Korea, Hong Kong, the Caribbean and Africa. Export value was nearly steady to the Middle East but declined to Mexico, Canada and China.

For the first half of 2026, beef export volume was 9% lower than a year ago at 545,649 mt, while value fell 4% to $4.74 billion. Much of this decline was due to the continued absence from China, where beef exports were strong in the first quarter of 2025 before China allowed U.S. facility registrations to expire. Although these registrations were renewed during President Trump’s visit to China in May, exports to China remain minimal due to plant suspensions and uncertainty over China’s residue testing – trade barriers that U.S. officials are working to resolve. When China is removed from the January-June results, beef export volume declined just 1% from the first half of last year while export value increased 6%.

“While we never want to see exports down year-over-year, global demand for U.S. beef continues to be very resilient,” said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. “USMEF greatly appreciates the Trump administration’s persistent efforts to resolve the outstanding issues facing U.S. beef exports to China. The economic situation throughout Asia remains challenging, with lost purchasing power in U.S. dollar terms, yet customers continue to purchase a wide range of U.S. beef cuts, at record prices. This gives us an optimistic outlook for the second half.”

Robust first half for pork exports to Japan and Western Hemisphere markets
Pork exports totaled 224,822 mt in June, down 6% from a year ago, with value falling 9% to $624.5 million. While pork muscle cuts were modestly lower, most of the decline was due to a 21% drop in pork variety meat exports. As USMEF previously reported, Mexico and Colombia suspended imports of U.S. pork offal at the beginning of May, and this situation was not resolved until early July for Colombia and mid-July for Mexico. Fortunately, these countries have now removed pseudorabies-related restrictions on pork variety meat, though exporters still face prolonged clearance times in China due to heightened inspections.

June pork exports to Mexico were still relatively strong, though down significantly from the large totals posted a year ago. Exports increased year-over-year in June to Japan, Colombia, Central America and the Dominican Republic, but declined to China, Korea, Oceania and the ASEAN region.

For the first half of 2026, pork exports totaled 1.51 million mt, up 4% from a year ago, while value increased 3% to $4.22 billion. Export volume to Mexico was slightly lower, but value remained steady with last year’s record pace. Exports are also on a record pace to Central America and the Dominican Republic and increased substantially to Japan.

“Although the June data certainly show the impact of Mexico’s restrictions on U.S. pork variety meats, the good news is that this issue was resolved the right way – with full access restored and no limits on pipeline product,” Halstrom explained. “USMEF greatly appreciates the engagement by USDA, which resulted in the full lifting of the restrictions imposed by Mexico and Colombia. Meanwhile, thanks to an outstanding performance in Japan and the CAFTA-DR region, pork exports are not far off the record pace we saw in 2024.”

Mexico, Central America lead June rebound in lamb exports
Exports of U.S. lamb muscle cuts totaled 235 mt in June, up 5% from a year ago, while value nearly doubled to $1.8 million (up 95%). Exports to Mexico have trended lower in 2026 but bounced back strongly in June to reach 117 mt, up 23% and the largest since May 2025. June export value to Mexico was $956,000, up 169% and the highest monthly value since 2012. June shipments were also higher to Costa Rica and Honduras and were fairly steady to the Caribbean.

In the first half of the year, lamb muscle cut exports were 6% below last year in volume (1,492 mt) but increased 6% in value to $8.8 million. Value growth was led mainly by the Bahamas and Leeward-Windward Islands, but value also increased to Central America, Taiwan and Hong Kong. 



Attend the 2026 ASA Farmer Forum, Receive Platinum Access to Farm Progress Show

Join the American Soybean Association for the 2026 Farmer Forum on Monday, Aug. 31, at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, Iowa. This free event brings together soybean farmers, industry leaders, and conservation partners for a day of practical conversations, fresh ideas, and real-world solutions shaping the future of U.S. agriculture. Register here.

Hear from experts and fellow farmers on conservation, sustainability, market opportunities, and programs that can help strengthen your farm's profitability. You'll also have the chance to participate in interactive roundtable discussions, connect directly with technical experts, and ask questions specific to your operation.

New this year: Farmers who attend the Farmer Forum in person will receive complimentary Platinum Access to the Farm Progress Show, courtesy of ASA. You must attend the event to receive your ticket and register by Monday, Aug. 24. 

Your Platinum Access pass includes:
    Expedited entry to the Farm Progress Show, Sept. 1-3, 2026
    Complimentary lunch in the Platinum Access Pavilion, on Sept. 1 & Sept. 2
    Access to the afternoon networking social hour beginning at 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 1 & Sept. 2

Whether you're looking for practical takeaways to bring back to your farm, opportunities to connect with fellow producers, or a chance to enjoy the Farm Progress Show with exclusive benefits, the ASA Farmer Forum is the place to be.

Register today: 2026 Farmer Forum Registration https://soy.swoogo.com/asafarmerforum2026/begin. We look forward to seeing you in Ankeny!



Weekly Ethanol Production for 7/31/2026

According to EIA data analyzed by the Renewable Fuels Association for the week ending July 31, ethanol production pared back 2.3% to 1.11 million b/d, equivalent to 46.49 million gallons daily. Yet, output was 2.4% higher than the same week last year and 6.9% above the five-year average for the week. The four-week average ethanol production rate increased 0.4% to 1.09 million b/d, equivalent to an annualized rate of 16.82 billion gallons (bg).

Ethanol stocks dipped 0.8% to 24.5 million barrels. Still, stocks were 3.2% more than the same week last year and 5.8% above the five-year average. Inventories built across all regions except the Midwest (PADD 2), which dropped to the smallest weekly level since mid-December 2025.

The volume of gasoline supplied to the U.S. market, a measure of implied demand, ticked 0.1% lower to 9.03 million b/d (138.82 bg annualized). Demand was 0.1% less than a year ago and 1.5% below the five-year average.

Refiner/blender net inputs of ethanol followed, edging down 0.3% to 936,000 b/d, equivalent to 14.39 bg annualized. Still, net inputs were 1.5% more than year-ago levels and 1.6% above the five-year average.

Ethanol exports jumped 46.0% to a 4-week high of 200,000 b/d (8.4 million gallons/day). It has been more than two years since EIA indicated ethanol was imported.



Fertilizer Prices Fall as UAN32 Leads Significant Drops Heading Into August

The average retail price of most fertilizers continued to fall in the final week of July, as five of eight nutrients tracked by DTN were lower than the previous month. The average price of three fertilizers dropped significantly compared to a month ago, led by UAN32. DTN designates a significant move as anything 5% or more.

The price of UAN32 dropped by 14% month over month to an average price of $459 per ton. UAN32's price has dropped by 8% compared to one year ago, according to DTN data. UAN28's average price fell by 8% month over month to $464/ton. UAN28's average price was 11% higher than one year ago. Anhydrous prices dropped by 7% to $960/ton, after falling to under $1,000/ton for the first time since the third week of March in recent weeks. Urea also fell by 4% to $686/ton, two weeks after falling below the $700/ton mark for the first time in 17 weeks. The average price of the nutrient 10-34-0 dropped by 1% compared to one month ago to $718/ton.

The remaining three nutrients showed slight increases from the previous month. The price of DAP increased by 1% to $914/ton, MAP's average price was $958/ton, while the average price of potash was $494/ton.

On a price per pound of nitrogen basis, the average urea price was $0.75/lb.N, anhydrous $0.59/lb.N, UAN28 $0.83/lb.N and UAN32 $0.72/lb.N.

Seven of eight fertilizers are now higher in price compared to one year earlier. Potash is 2% higher; urea 6%; 10-34-0 7%; DAP 12%; MAP 8%; UAN28 11% and anhydrous 26%. UAN32 is 8% less expensive.



Iowa Soybean Association Applauds Senate Agriculture Committee's Commitment to Advancing Five-Year Farm Bill

The Iowa Soybean Association (ISA) expressed appreciation for the Senate Agriculture Committee’s continued work in finalizing a comprehensive five-year farm bill. It includes key provisions to authorize year-round E15 sales, strengthen international market development through the Market Access (MAP) and Foreign Market Development (FMD) programs and reauthorize the BioPreferred Program.

Tom Adam, ISA president and soybean farmer from Harper, issued the following statement:

“A strong farm bill strengthens our farms and communities. We recognize Chairman Boozman and the Senate Ag Committee for moving legislation forward that recognizes the importance of expanding markets for Iowa soybean farmers.

“ISA is particularly encouraged by provisions that would permanently authorize year-round E15 sales, strengthen international market development through the MAP and FMD programs and reauthorize the BioPreferred Program. U.S. agriculture is facing extreme economic pressure due to years of sustained losses from record-high production expenses and high inflation. These provisions, while not finalized, are critical to ensuring Iowa farmers are positioned for short- and long-term success.

“Permanent year-round access to E15 provides consumers with a lower-cost, lower-emission fuel choice while creating additional demand for biofuels and the farmers who produce their feedstocks. Continued investment in MAP and FMD helps open and expand export opportunities for U.S. soybeans, supporting Iowa farmers who rely on strong international markets. Reauthorizing the BioPreferred Program encourages the development and adoption of innovative biobased products, creating new domestic markets for soybeans and driving additional value from every bushel grown.

“ISA encourages Congress to work swiftly toward passage of a comprehensive five-year farm bill to provide the certainty, market opportunities and policy stability Iowa farmers need to remain competitive. While this legislation is far from its final form, we are encouraged by recent progress and look forward to its passage in the Senate and House.”



250+ Agriculture Groups Call for Bipartisan Senate Farm Bill

More than 250 food and agriculture organizations joined forces to urge the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry to advance a bipartisan farm bill out of committee in a letter delivered today. The American Farm Bureau organized the letter, which notes that farmers and ranchers haven't had a new farm bill in almost ten years.

“As organizations representing a broad swath of food and agriculture, we urge you to advance the Agricultural Act of 2026 in a bipartisan manner out of the Senate Agriculture Committee,” the letter states.

“The time is now for a full five-year farm bill. American family farms have had to rely on programs and policy that haven’t been updated since 2018, resulting in continued ad hoc support. The President called on Congress to pass a farm bill, and in response, the House has taken action with bipartisan passage of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, the first time a farm bill has passed the full House since 2018…

“The Agricultural Act of 2026 builds on this momentum and provides a strong foundation of policy and program updates for the Senate Agriculture Committee to consider and further amend in committee markup. This is the furthest we have gotten to a full, modernized farm bill. U.S. food and agriculture, as well as American families who rely upon the food, fiber, and fuel produced from our country’s farmers, ranchers, growers, and producers, deserve a farm bill now.”



ASA Urges Senate Ag Committee to Advance Bipartisan Five-Year Farm Bill

Ahead of today's Senate Agriculture Committee markup of the Agricultural Act of 2026, the American Soybean Association is urging lawmakers to advance a bipartisan five-year farm bill and keep the legislation moving toward final passage this year.

"America's soybean farmers continue to face a challenging farm economy marked by rising input costs, low commodity prices, and continued trade uncertainty," said ASA President and Ohio soybean farmer Scott Metzger. "Now is the time for Congress to come together and pass a farm bill that supports the agricultural community and reflects today's economic realities across the finish line. Congress is once again nearing the expiration of the thrice extended 2018 Farm Bill and time is running out to deliver a new farm bill to America’s farmers."

ASA urges the Senate Agriculture Committee to find a bipartisan compromise that will advance the Agricultural Act of 2026 and build on recent momentum to deliver a comprehensive five-year farm bill to the president's desk this year.



NFU Urges Senate Agriculture Committee to Strengthen Farm Bill

National Farmers Union (NFU) Wednesday sent a letter to Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR.) and Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar (D-MN.), urging the committee to make key improvements to the farm bill as it prepares to debate the legislation this week.

In the letter, NFU President Rob Larew acknowledged progress in the bill's most recent draft, including the permanent, year-round authorization of E15, but warned that the legislation as currently written falls short of what family farmers and ranchers need.

“After years of delays, family farmers and ranchers need a bipartisan farm bill that addresses today’s challenges and strengthens our food system for the future”, wrote Larew. “But as currently drafted, the legislation does not rise to meet the challenges family farmers are facing.”

In a separate letter, NFU joined the American Farm Bureau Federation in urging committee leadership to support an amendment from Senator Grassley (R-IA) to codify the USDA's recently finalized Packers and Stockyards Act rules.

NFU urged committee leaders to keep working through these issues so the bill can earn broad support from producers and consumers and pledged to work with the committee to ensure the final legislation delivers meaningful support for family farmers and ranchers.



ARA Urges Congress to Complete USDA Fertilizer Market Study Before Establishing New Reporting Mandate

The Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) appreciates the hard work of Senate Agriculture Committee leadership in moving forward with the process of passing a new multi-year Farm Bill, and urges committee members to advance this legislation in a bipartisan manner. However, ARA also today urged Congress to first implement the fertilizer market research provisions included in Section 12302 of the Senate Agriculture Committee Farm Bill draft before establishing a new federal fertilizer reporting program under Section 12303. 

"ARA supports transparency in fertilizer markets, but Congress should first allow the USDA to complete the comprehensive market study outlined in Section 12302 before creating a permanent federal reporting program," said Daren Coppock, ARA President and CEO. "Congress already recognizes the need for additional analysis by directing USDA to examine fertilizer markets, pricing trends, market concentration, supply chain dynamics, and whether additional reporting is warranted. ARA believes Congress should allow USDA to complete that evaluation before establishing a mandatory federal reporting program."

The Senate Farm Bill draft includes fertilizer research provisions from the bipartisan House Farm Bill under Section 12302, directing USDA to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the fertilizer marketplace, including market concentration, pricing trends, supply chain conditions, and whether additional fertilizer reporting requirements are needed.

"Section 12303 effectively presumes the answer before USDA has conducted the analysis required under Section 12302," Coppock stated. "Congress should first gather the facts, review USDA's findings, and then determine whether a reporting program is necessary. We believe the better approach is to let the research findings inform future policy decisions, rather than predetermining the outcome. Farmers already know what price they're paying at the retail level.”

ARA is also concerned that the legislation as written could inadvertently classify routine retail blending as manufacturing activity.

"Retail blending is a standard agronomic service farmers rely on every day," Coppock explained. "Congress should clarify that routine blending activities performed to meet a farmer's specific agronomic needs do not trigger federal reporting requirements."

ARA stands ready to work with Congress and USDA to ensure sound research, market realities, and the needs of American farmers guide fertilizer policy.



NCBA Announces Prestigious Environmental Stewardship Award Regional Winners

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is proud to announce the 2026 Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) Regional winners. Recipients are recognized for their commitment to conservation and stewardship. The national winner, which will be selected from these seven regional recipients, will be announced during CattleCon 2027 in Nashville, Tennessee, in February.
 
“These regional winners undertake stewardship efforts unique to their environment, landscape and resources and they share their learnings with fellow producers,” said NCBA President Gene Copenhaver. “Their dedication to conserving natural resources is ensuring a bright future for the next generation.”

The 2026 ESAP Regional winners are:
 
Region I: LB Porteus Farms, Coshocton, Ohio
In the 1880s, the Porteus family put down roots in the Muskingum River Valley of east-central Ohio. Today, the fifth and sixth generations lead the cattle and cropping operations and continue a long tradition of sustainability through a business commitment to economic viability, resource conservation, nutrient management, water quality, and adoption of research-driven production practices. The family’s 900-head capacity state-of-the-art feeding facility includes a robotic and AI-supported feeding system, as well as a unique manure storage component to increase nutrient content. These technological advancements significantly decrease the labor, energy and emissions profile of the operation. Sustainability extends beyond production practices to include education, transparency and youth development. The family actively welcomes opportunities to share their sustainability story, helping build trust and understanding with consumers and neighbors.
 
Region II: Donaldson Farms/D&D Meats, Celina, Tennessee
With agricultural roots dating back to 1820, Donaldson Farms/D&D Meats is a vertically integrated operation that includes cow-calf, backgrounding and USDA-inspected processing facilities. The family focuses on key objectives including facilitating low-stress livestock movement, ensuring connectivity to central infrastructure, minimizing environmental impact, protecting state and federal waters, enhancing forage production, and fostering operational sustainability. Through nutrient management, prescribed grazing, use of cover crops and limiting access to surface water, Donaldson Farms is restoring pasture productivity, protecting riparian corridors, and improving grazing efficiency. In addition, the family is creating a viable operation for the next generation to stay within agriculture.
 
Region III: Feikema Farms, Inc., Luverne, Minnesota
Feikema Farms started in 1950 as a small dairy and crop farm then transitioned to a beef feedyard when brothers Bob and Chuck returned home after finishing their military assignments. Now, the third generation of farmers, Shawn and Mike, are managing the 4,000-head capacity feedlot. A devastating flood in 2014 was a turning point as the aftermath left impacts of runoff and erosion. Over the years, the Feikemas implemented basins and tiling to protect waterways and keep their fields from washing out, and they began composting manure and utilizing a large stacking pad for manure as well. Today, their business focuses on targeted, steady growth, top yields through excellent crop management, exceptional animal husbandry, land stewardship practices that build fertility and reduce erosion, and building long-term working relationships with partners.
 
Region IV: Bloody Buckets Cattle Company, Falfurrias, Texas
The Clement family behind Bloody Buckets Cattle Company represents eight generations of military service and more than 400 years of land stewardship. The ranch’s name honors its deep ties and four generations of the family’s military service to the U.S. Army’s 28th Infantry Division. When James “Jim” Clement returned from service during World War II, he worked for King Ranch, then started Los Hermanos Ranch in 1963. Today, James Clement III and his family partner with father and son, Dr. Alfonso Ortega, Sr. and Dr. Poncho Ortega Jr., to manage 15,000 acres in the challenging South Texas brush country. Together, the families have built a resilient, sustainable operation that prioritizes land health over short-term production by restoring degraded ground, using adaptive grazing, and investing in infrastructure that supports both cattle and wildlife.
 
Region V: V Box Land and Livestock, Juntura, Oregon
Through disciplined management, strategic expansion and taking bold risks, Mike and Linda Bentz combined four separate ranches into one exceptional operation — notable for its size, productivity and continuity. V Box Land and Livestock encompasses nearly 28,000 private acres and 180,000 acres of public lands. When Mike tragically passed in 2015, Linda and her five children continued the cow-calf operation. Through Linda’s leadership, more than 6,000 acres of western juniper were removed, 16,000 acres of invasive annual grasses treated, 10,000 feet of riverbank restored, and nearly 4,000 willows and native shrubs planted. These efforts improved water quality, enhanced sage grouse habitat, reduced wildfire risk, and strengthened long-term forage productivity. Today, the ranch is divided into separate operations for the next generation, and all five children and their families are ranching and carrying forward the conservation ethic instilled by their parents.
 
Region VI: Munns Flying M Ranch, Snowville, Utah
In the harsh high desert of northern Utah, Tim and Laurie Munns have developed a thriving ranching business through hard work and effective stewardship. Munns Flying M Ranch is a cow-calf operation encompassing 22,000 deeded acres and 5,000 acres of leased private land, in addition to grazing permits with government and tribal partners. The family focuses on improving livestock watering systems to distribute water and improve cattle grazing, controlling noxious weeds and pests, controlling brush and weeds to increase the perennial grass forage base, and partnering with wildlife and land management agencies. Their commitment to continual learning and innovation has reduced winter feed costs, strengthened plant vigor and improved overall rangeland health, which benefits wildlife habitat as well as ranch profitability. The Munns are also committed to sharing their story with fellow producers and educating consumers how cattle producers can be good stewards of the land.
 
Region VII: Stomprud Angus Ranch, Mud Butte, South Dakota
Established in 1909, Stomprud Angus Ranch is a multi‑generation, family‑owned Angus cow-calf operation located in the remote range of western South Dakota. Larry and his wife Eileen care for the operation alongside their son Jay and daughter‑in‑law Jennifer, with support from their grandchildren. Together, the third, fourth and fifth generations work side by side to care for the land entrusted to them by those who came before, ensuring it remains productive and resilient for generations to come. Sustainability is approached with a long‑term, holistic mindset grounded in three core pillars of family, environment and financial viability. Rotational grazing allows grasses to rest and rebuild strong root systems, while a deep well pipeline delivers clean water across the ranch, easing pressure on creeks and riparian areas. Wildlife-friendly fencing keeps antelope moving freely across the landscape, and a later calving season reduces stress, lowers feed needs, and improves calf health. Together, these decisions protect habitat, conserve water, and keep a working prairie functioning as it should.
 
Established in 1991 by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association to recognize outstanding land stewards in the cattle industry, the Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) is generously sponsored by Corteva Agriscience and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. For more information, visit www.environmentalstewardship.org.