UNL agricultural research facility gets $37M in USDA funding

Federal funding will fully fund construction of new research center in Lincoln

August 19, 2026Updated: August 19, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

UNL agricultural research facility gets $37M in USDA funding

Image synthesis (top view) of the fully completed USDA ARS National Center for Resilient & Regenerative Precision Agriculture, including state-of-the-art greenhouses for crop, forage, and bioenergy grasses research. (Image courtesy of HDR)

'We're a brand new team.' Beatrice Football looks to turn over a new leaf in 2026

August accident at Sargent Drilling in Geneva leaves Cordova man in critical condition

A Southeast Nebraska man was left seriously injured, but alive, after he was inadvertently run over by a colleague while working at a drilling operation earlier this month.

Fairbury council considers rate increase ordinance, approves amenities for city park, campground

Fairbury's city council will consider approving salary increases, and did approve amenities for Crystal Springs and the city park and plans for Hullabalooza this week.

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC

UNL agricultural research facility gets $37M in USDA funding

'We're a brand new team.' Beatrice Football looks to turn over a new leaf in 2026

August accident at Sargent Drilling in Geneva leaves Cordova man in critical condition

Fairbury council considers rate increase ordinance, approves amenities for city park, campground

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

State

Lake MacConaughy's last public boat ramp closed due to low water levels

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

Nebraska Legislature will decide whether to apply Gov. Pillen’s 5% spending cuts during 2027 session

Rep. Smith discusses farm economy during Kearney visit

Motorcyclist dies in shooting incident with deputies

Five arrested in undercover Omaha operation after allegedly expecting to meet a 14-year-old

Sports

One day at a time, Pierce football prepares for season opener under Tyler Legate

NSAA approves co-ops for 2026-27, 2027-28 school years

Teraya Sigler awarded Nebraska Volleyball Lifter of the Year

SEASON PREVIEW: Norris Volleyball chasing coveted three-peat in 2026

Huskers star power on full display, in Red-White scrimmage

"First time in 12 years": Holgorsen praises fast-learning offense

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities