ISSUE DATE: 08/23/2010
By Larry Dreiling
Garden County, Neb., is a land of pristine natural resources, expansive ranches and productive farms as well as excellent hunting and fishing. In a recent survey, more than half of the teens there surveyed say they would like to stay in or return to the area if career opportunities were available.
The same number would be interested in entrepreneurship training and owning a business someday.
It's in this land of production and promise that Tom Olson plies his trade as a rural banker.
Olson is chairman of several banks in Nebraska, Colorado and Wyoming but calls the $14 million Lisco State Bank in Lisco, Neb., his home base. Olson's life has been one of devoted service to his profession and to the nation. Following graduation from college, Olson entered the U.S. Air Force. Upon his return to Lisco, Olson joined his father in the bank, later attending the University of Colorado's Graduate School of Banking.
As his reputation as a banker grew, so did his opportunities for service.
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Ag mediation bill passes Applications for SURE payments due Sept. 30 Arson suspected in several rural fires Banker, ranch owner, says ag lending comes naturally Blending wind and solar meets peak energy demands Colorado ag photo contest seeking entries Dodge City Public Schools seeks bus drivers Farmer Voices program trains producers to inform consumers Funds still available for USMEF branded products promotion Iowa Farm Bureau announces promotions Meeting will focus on rural development, engaging the next generation Ranch embraces agritourism Senators question USDA request for budget flexibility Vilsack makes case for stronger rural America Yoder Heritage Day set Aug. 28 CROPS
A full-circle finish Another harvest in the bin ARS develops new methods to detect, measure potato phytonutrients Be alert for spider mites on soybean plants Checkoff sponsors grower field days Colorado breaks record for winter wheat yield Control volunteer wheat early to prevent problems Cotton industry leaders look at market issues Cotton production falls 34 percent in Ark. in 2009 Designation sets national trend in biodiesel fuel quality Dow AgroSciences, Bayer CropScience sign global cotton technology cross-licensing agreements End of wheat harvest nears Farmer shares pre-plant yield strategies Field day set for Aug. 25 Flower-dwelling yeast licensed for use against scab disease FSA reminds producers to sign up for CRP by Aug. 27 Irrigation field day planned at Nebraska ag lab Lincoln will host water conference, symposium this fall Looking back at a great summer Market volatility influenced by global factors Meadowlark Extension hosts tours NCGA supports bipartisan legislation on pesticide regulation Nebraska Soybean Board elects leaders NMSU hosts organic farm walks Promising 2010 harvest gives bearish outlook for rice, cotton prices Questions about latest U.S. corn crop may persist for months to come Rainless heat a double-edged sword for cotton, soybean growers Report says effect of biofuels on food prices smaller than once thought Researchers reflect on southern corn leaf blight epidemic Smaller planted corn acreage surprises trade Soybean producers urged to scout for leaf diseases Wasps help guard our groceries Water quality meeting set for Aug. 26 Wheat variety blends may reduce risk LIVESTOCK
'300-Day' program shows keys to controlling input costs for cattle producers AgriLife Extension sets district-wide beef clinic in Abilene American Gelbvieh Association awards members Applied Reproductive Strategies in Beef Cattle symposium coming to Nashville ASA starts Shorthorn Verified program ASI seeks comment on Livestock Protection Dog program ASJA names Board of Directors Cattle farmers enjoying improved prices Cattle industry leaders share insight Cattlemen will meet Aug. 25 in Hartley Champions named at 2010 National Junior Angus Show Checkoff-funded research publications available Corriente national show and convention Counting sheep Cow-calf seminar, Fall Field Day offered Demand steady for Gelbvieh feeder cattle Desert-born Brangus cattle choose better diet, grazing patterns Don't be afraid to use the S-word Efficient nitrogen management helps milk production Head of Iowa cattlemen's group sees future growth ICA to hold Southeast Iowa Regional Meeting Aug. 27 ICA to hold Southwest Iowa Regional Meeting Montana Cattle Crawl returns to Billings NCBA Compliance Review complete Northeast Iowa ICA meeting will include cattle tour Oklahoma develops new trichomoniasis regulations Ranchers, marketers celebrate Bison Advantage at summer conference Senators support GIPSA competition rule Sonora Ram Test starts Sept. 13 and 14 State searches second Minn. farm in raw milk probe Symposium targets economics of meeting quality beef demand The beef checkoff made its debut at the third annual Food & Wine Festival USMEF, NCBA applaud Mexico's elimination of duties EDITOR
Cattleman raises concerns over GIPSA proposal Happy trails Let's move...money! Loos column sparks more questions Real-life ramifications COLUMNS
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AgriLife researcher honored by prescribed burning association Distillers byproduct grain boosts bad-hay nutrients Managing tall fescue reduces endophyte risk Public Lands Management Endowment formed Weighing benefits, costs of using multi-species grazing FAMILY
AgriLife Extension offers rainwater harvesting manual Anna a classic beauty Barbecue safety tips ensure a grilling good time Biofuel study looks at cost to wildlife, environmental diversity Books that help 'grow good kids' recognized by national groups Fall pre-emergent weed control Favorite Farmers Markets contest Is it pine wilt? K-State hosts horticultural events Lead harms wildlife Learn to garden in small spaces Make good use of abundant zucchini squash Make the grade with easy back-to-school recipes Meditation for 8-23-10 National Cowgirl Museum will induct five to Hall of Fame NMSU hosts insect workshop Oklahomans battle an unfamiliar foe Protecting crops, gardens from grasshoppers Reducing pathogens in vegetables Rhubarb the fabulous fruit of the West Roly-poly poses no threat indoors Safe Kids Kansas offers backyard safety tips Take a hike!
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