The 2018 Farm Bill gave farmers the opportunity to reassess their selections for the Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs for the 2019 and 2020 growing seasons. Hear some things you may want to take into consideration when choosing which program is right for you. •For more information, visit https://www.fsa.usda.gov/state-offices/Nebraska/index. • Become a show sponsor: https://marketjournal.unl.edu/sponsor-mj • Website: http://www.marketjournal.unl.edu • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/marketjournal • Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marketjournal • Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/market_journal

This week on Market Journal… (01:18) Soil Compaction During Harvest – Paul Jasa, Nebraska Extension Engineer, tells us how soil can be compacted during harvest, and provides recommendations for lessening field damage. •For more information, visit https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/burt/minimize-soil-compaction/ and https://extension.unl.edu/statewide/burt/reduce-soil-compaction-at-harvest/. (05:48) Markets with Elaine Kub – Analyst Elaine Kub explains what the recent cold snap means for harvest and crop conditions, offers up predictions on where corn and soybean prices may go and updates us on the latest news with the Renewable Fuel Standard. (13:31) Al’s Forecast – Can you feel the chill in the air? Nebraska Extension Ag Climatologist Al Dutcher has our forecast for the week. (18:00) Understanding ARC and PLC – The 2018 Farm Bill gave farmers the opportunity to reassess their selections for the Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage programs for the 2019 and 2020 growing seasons. Hear some things you may want to take into consideration when choosing which program is right for you. •For more information, visit https://www.fsa.usda.gov/state-offices/Nebraska/index. (23:51) Testing Hay for Nutrients – Beef Systems Extension Educator Ben Beckman shares ways to sample hay and ensure the best nutritional quality prior to feeding. •For videos on how to do proper hay sampling, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTGkb_u1838 and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnVOOTtONkc. Next Week… Mike Briggs joins us for a check on the cattle markets. Plus, Dr. Aaron Berger explains why windrow grazing might work for your operation. • Become a show sponsor: https://marketjournal.unl.edu/sponsor-mj • Website: http://www.marketjournal.unl.edu • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/marketjournal • Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marketjournal • Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/market_journal

Analyst Elaine Kub explains what the recent cold snap means for harvest and crop conditions, offers up predictions on where corn and soybean prices may go and updates us on the latest news with the Renewable Fuel Standard. • Become a show sponsor: https://marketjournal.unl.edu/sponsor-mj • Website: http://www.marketjournal.unl.edu • Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/marketjournal • Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marketjournal • Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/market_journal

On the final episode of Digging Deeper with Backyard Farmer, the panel answer questions from the Backyard Farmer Garden in front of a live audience.

The Backyard Farmer Garden was installed ten years ago and Nebraska Extension Landscape Horticulture Specialist Kim Todd and Nebraska Extension Educator Terri James talk about how it got established.

Nebraska Extension Educator John Porter wraps up his series on growing tomatoes with reminders of the tips he gave through this growing season.

(Entire show.) The 4-H Western Horse Show 3 includes Western Bareback Equitation, Western Pleasure Ponies. These classes showcase the horse’s movement and ability, as well as the exhibitor’s horsemanship. Stock horses are typically used, with western attire and tack. Lancaster County Super Fair has the largest 4-H horse county fair show in Nebraska, with 44 events spanning 6 days! The Lancaster County SuperFair is brought to you by Lancaster County Agricultural Society, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that promotes agriculture, youth and community. Learn more about #SuperFair at SuperFair.org In Lancaster County, the 4-H youth development program is a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government. #4HGrowsHere

(Entire show.) 4-H youth ages 5–7 Show and Tell one static exhibit they have entered or a small animal. Clubs may show a group project or perform a short skit or song. Clover Kids earn rainbow participation ribbons. The Lancaster County SuperFair is brought to you by Lancaster County Agricultural Society, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that promotes agriculture, youth and community. Learn more about #SuperFair at SuperFair.org In Lancaster County, the 4-H youth development program is a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government. #4HGrowsHere

(Entire show livestreamed.) These classes will involve miniature horses and Shetland ponies. Exhibitors display their showmanship and halter skills, as well as miniature horse jumping and pleasure driving with the horses pulling carts. Lancaster County Super Fair has the largest 4-H horse county fair show in Nebraska, with 44 events spanning 6 days! The Lancaster County SuperFair is brought to you by Lancaster County Agricultural Society, a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that promotes agriculture, youth and community. Learn more about #SuperFair at SuperFair.org In Lancaster County, the 4-H youth development program is a partnership between Nebraska Extension and the Lancaster County government. #4HGrowsHere

Nebraska BQA Director Rob Eirich and Extension Veterinarian Dr. Brian Vander Ley discusses BQA assessments and things feedyard owners and managers should know related to the BQA assessment process.

A video from experts at Purdue University about checking the trailer for safety. Part 4 of a 9 Part series on trailering horses.

A short video from experts at Purdue University directing you to written material available about truck and trailer safety. https://mdc.itap.purdue.edu/item.asp?Item_Number=PPP-114 . Part 7 of a 9 Part series on trailering horses.

Meet Patti on her Hamilton County farm. Nebraska Women in Agriculture conference is February 22-23, 2018 in Kearney. Registration opens January 1, 2018 http://wia.unl.edu/

Meet Linda on her Banner County farm. Nebraska Women in Agriculture conference is February 22-23, 2018 in Kearney. Registration opens January 1, 2018 http://wia.unl.edu/

Meet Anita on her Cherry County ranch. Nebraska Women in Agriculture conference is February 22-23, 2018 in Kearney. Registration opens January 1, 2018 http://wia.unl.edu/

Learn how to successfully create a Facebook contest, engage your customers and develop the right message for your contests. Jenny Nixon and Connie Hancock, Nebraska Extension Community Vitality Educators share tips on creating a Facebook contest.

Looking for a simple appetizer? Try this Mango Tango Black Bean Salsa recipe! Salsa recipes with fruit are always a hit because they provide the perfect combination of sweet and savory. Recipe is courtesy of the Canned Food Alliance. View full recipe and tips at: wp.me/p2LnjI-ek

Have you ever cut mango dices? There is a trick to it. Check out this video to learn a few simple tips to help you cut a mango into dices. Remember to always wash produce before cutting it. For more tips and recipes that help you make Healthier Decisions, visit makinghealthierdecisions.com/.

Dr. James Barnes Will Share Several Lessons Learned from the Mississippi State University Extension Service's Program called Mississippi Bricks to Clicks (www.msbrickstoclicks.com).

Power of Business is wrapping up our Cyber Security Awareness series with a Friday 15 devoted to helping you protect your customers! Having a presence online is the new business standard but your customers have been barraged with warnings about the dangers of doing business online. You, the business owner, have a responsibility to act responsibly to protect their information and assure them that doing business with you is a great option. Join Power of Business contributors Mary Peabody (UVM) and Steve Hadcock (Cornell) for an overview on steps to take to keep your customers' information safe.

As part of the Nebraska Youth Beef Leadership Symposium for high school students, I am presenting about beef nutrition and how to make videos using iMovie, so I created this video to show a fun and easy way to promote beef.