Chabella Guzman

Scottsbluff

Farm Director, On-Air Podcast at KNEB-FM (Scottsbluff, NE)

Articles

UNL veterinary student preparing to meet beef industry challenges

1 week ago | thefencepost.com | Chabella Guzman

The beef industry has seen numerous challenges, including supply chain issues, trade problems and environmental concerns. Hayden Hoos, a native of Sheridan County, Nebraska, believes the industry is at a crossroads. “It’s hard for a young producer to start their own place, even if their family has a place,” he said. “The cash flow is really difficult right now for any new young producers getting in, especially with such high land costs.
Fifth-generation Nebraska cattle producer sees beef industry as strong

2 weeks ago | tsln.com | Chabella Guzman

For National Beef Month, we are looking at the future of the beef industry through the eyes of some of our area youth in a four-part series. Agriculture is the backbone of Nebraska’s economy, along with crops, beef is a big player. Nationally, in 2024, Nebraska was number one in beef with more than two billion dollars of exports, according to the Nebraska Department of Agriculture.
Livestock judge sees quality as part of future in beef industry

2 weeks ago | thefencepost.com | Chabella Guzman

Recent headlines have a rocky outlook for college graduates and the businesses they expect to build a career in. Wade Sanders, a native of Alliance, Neb., would say he’s a bit more optimistic about his career and the beef industry he is looking to enter. “I’m optimistic about the beef industry. I mean, today our cattle are grading close to 85 percent prime and choice compared to 50 percent not all that long ago,” he said.
Students explore agriculture at annual AgSplosion Field Day

2 weeks ago | thefencepost.com | Chabella Guzman

Sitting crouched on the floor, second graders pretended to be a kernel of corn, waiting to grow. With a spritz of water, Jana Schwartz, Nebraska Extension 4-H youth development assistant, instructs the students to grow as she pretends to be the sun. The children began to stand with their arms in the air, reaching for the sun, like corn stalks.
UNL veterinary student preparing to meet beef industry challenges

3 weeks ago | starherald.com | Chabella Guzman

The beef industry has seen numerous challenges, including supply chain issues, trade problems, and environmental concerns. Hayden Hoos, a native of Sheridan County, Nebraska, believes the industry is at a crossroads. “It’s hard for a young producer to start their own place, even if their family has a place,” he said. “The cash flow is really difficult right now for any new young producers getting in, especially with such high land costs.
Three awarded Panhandle Research Extension and Education Center scholarship

3 weeks ago | tsln.com | Chabella Guzman

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research, Extension, and Education Center awarded Tessa Little, Isaac Olsen, and Alexa Tollman each a $1000 scholarship to any of the Nebraska University Campuses. Tessa Little will be graduating from Bridgeport High School and plans on attending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to major in Animal Science. “This scholarship means more than just financial support — it’s an investment in my future as a veterinarian,” Little said.
Students Explore Agriculture at Annual AgSplosion Field Day

3 weeks ago | alliancetimes.com | Chabella Guzman

Sitting crouched on the floor, second graders pretended to be a kernel of corn, waiting to grow. With a spritz of water, Jana Schwartz, Nebraska Extension 4-H youth development assistant, instructs the students to grow as she pretends to be the sun. The children began to stand with their arms in the air, reaching for the sun, like corn stalks.
Livestock judge sees quality as part of future in Nebraska beef industry

3 weeks ago | rapidcityjournal.com | Chabella Guzman

For National Beef Month, we are looking at the future of the beef industry through the eyes of some of our area youth in a four-part series. Recent headlines have a rocky outlook for college graduates and the businesses they expect to build a career in. Wade Sanders, a native of Alliance, would say he’s a bit more optimistic about his career and the beef industry he is looking to enter. “I’m optimistic about the beef industry.
4-H program brings embryology to elementary students

4 weeks ago | thefencepost.com | Chabella Guzman

Chicks will be hatching the week of April 21 from eggs at many area elementary schools where 4-H educators placed embryology projects. Roosevelt Elementary welcomed Audra Brown, 4-H Extension assistant, on April 15, for an update on the growing embryos in each classroom’s incubators. Brown’s visit was the candling part of the project, though she used a flashlight instead of a candle.
4-H members present pollinator garden service project at Great Plains Conference

1 month ago | thefencepost.com | Chabella Guzman

The 50th annual Great Plains conference was held on April 8-10 in Lincoln, Neb., and a poster session was held at the Great Plains Art Museum. Nebraska Extension Master Gardener Laurie Zitterkopf and Scotts Bluff County 4-H members presented a poster on a service project they will be performing this spring to introduce a pollinator garden at the Scotts Bluff County Administration Building in Gering, Neb.