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As cattle producers wrap up fall work and prepare for winter, there are several important herd-health considerations to keep in mind.

From weaning and respiratory disease to biosecurity and preparing cattle for colder weather, proactive management can make a difference in keeping herds healthy and productive.

Joining us today is Dr. Brian Vander Ley from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln to share some practical herd-health recommendations for cattle producers.

A steak that has become a favorite on restaurant menus and in grocery stores across the country has a special connection to Nebraska.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the flat iron steak, and Friday, Oct. 23, is Flat Iron Day!

Today we're joined by Jordan Wicks from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln to talk about the history behind this popular cut of beef, Nebraska's role in its development and how the beef industry is celebrating this milestone.

Today we're joined by Guillermo Balboa with the University of Nebraska–Lincoln to talk about the new Nebraska Digital Agriculture Hub — a statewide network bringing together research, Extension, education and entrepreneurship with producers and industry to advance digital agriculture.

Today we're joined by Maddie Weber, an agricultural communications student at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln who is already making her mark in the profession. Maddie spent this summer gaining hands-on experience with the Rural Radio Network, was named the 2026 Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow Distinguished Member of the Year, and has now been selected to serve as Vice President of the 2026–27 National ACT Officer Team.

The fall semester is underway at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, and there’s a lot of momentum surrounding agriculture and natural resources at Nebraska. Joining us today is Tom Burkey, interim dean of Nebraska’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

The Center for Resilience in Agricultural Working Landscapes has a unique mission. Today we're joined by Dan Uden, associate professor, resilience spatial scientist and interim director of the Center for Resilience in Agricultural Working Landscapes at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Agriculture is increasingly connected to markets around the world, and few states understand that better than Nebraska. Joining us today is Jayson Beckman with the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln's agriculture and natural resources programs continue to earn international recognition. In the latest QS World University Rankings, Nebraska moved up to No. 40 in the world, placing it among the top 9% of nearly 500 institutions evaluated. Joining us today is Dr. Tiffany Heng-Moss, Harlan Vice Chancellor for the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.

Nebraska has a rich rodeo tradition, and it seems like there's a lot of excitement around the sport right now. We're joined today by Wyatt Clark, head coach of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Rodeo Team.

Summer is a busy time on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s East Campus, and Discovery Days are bringing families together for hands-on learning, agriculture and fun. Joining us this morning is Jordan Slagle with the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources to tell us more.