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Our state was founded on the strength and traditions of agriculture production. These traditions are the building block for our communities. From the shadows of Chimney Rock to the banks of the Missouri River, our farmers and ranchers are the best you will find anywhere. The importance of agriculture in Nebraska and the United States continues to grow. Our farmers and ranchers continue to produce high quality food, fiber and products that keep our nation strong and help feed a hungry world.

Sen. Philip Erdman
There are many opportunities that await Nebraska agriculture if we can effectively work together to create a common vision for our farm families and the communities in which we live. It is my honor to work with you in establishing that vision for our state.


Sen. Philip Erdman
Chairperson, Agriculture Committee
Phone: (402) 471-2616
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During session, the Agriculture Committee meets on Tuesdays either in Room 1524 on the 1st Floor of the Capitol or in Room 2102 on the 2nd Floor of the Capitol. Please check the committee hearing schedule for the appropriate location.
 
Interim Studies:

The following resolutions were referred to the Committee on Agriculture. The committee has prioritized the resolutions in the following order:

Committee Priority
(Staff prepare research report, interim hearings, task force or combination of committee activities)

LR314 (Erdman) Interim study to examine means to fully cash fund the duties carried out by the Dept. of Agriculture under the Noxious Weed Control Act

LR335 (Erdman) Interim study to examine policies, programs, services, and strategies to encourage and support family farm proprietorship

LR400 (Agriculture Committee) Interim study to examine issues relating to the implementation of the legislative intent stated in LB 1116, regarding relocation of the State Fair to Grand Island

Chairman Priority
(Staff to compile information and prepare memoranda)

LR315 (Erdman) Interim study to review the statutory provisions for disease eradication programs administered by the Bureau of Animal Industry

LR316 (Erdman) Interim study to continue examination of activities and staffing of the Dept. of Agriculture and the Bureau of Animal Industry

LR350 (Dubas) Interim study to examine development of renewable energy and other systems for capturing energy values from agricultural products and waste streams

Senator Priority
(Staff to assist individual senator’s research of issue)

LR353 (Preister) Interim study to examine the rural economic development potential of wind energy development in Nebraska

LR357 (Preister) Interim study to examine policies relating to livestock friendly county programs in the state

LR361 (Dierks) Interim study to examine the impact of federal and state bans on the slaughter of horses
 
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