LINCOLN, Neb. – The Nebraska sorghum organizations are seeking qualified producers to serve in leadership roles on the Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board (NGSB) and Nebraska Sorghum Producers (NeSP). These positions provide an opportunity for growers to help guide research, market development and promotion efforts that support Nebraska’s sorghum industry.
The Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board administers the state’s grain sorghum checkoff program and currently has the following open seats:
- District 4 representative
- One at-large representative
Nebraska Sorghum Producers, the state’s membership-based sorghum association, also seeks applicants for the following positions:
- District 2 representative
- One at-large representative
“Serving on one of Nebraska’s sorghum boards gives growers a direct voice in shaping the future of our industry and the decisions that affect it,” said NeSP and NGSB Executive Director Kristine Dvoracek Jameson. “Board members help guide priorities, support research and market development and ensure sorghum remains a strong option for Nebraska producers. We encourage growers who are passionate about the crop and interested in leadership to consider applying.”
Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board applicants must be Nebraska citizens, at least 21 years of age, and derive a portion of their income from the production of grain sorghum. Appointments to the NGSB are made by the Governor of Nebraska.
Nebraska Sorghum Producers applicants must be current NeSP members and active sorghum producers within the applicable district or eligible for at-large consideration.
Additional details regarding qualifications, terms of service, and application materials are available by contacting:
Kristine Dvoracek Jameson
Executive Director
402-471-4276
Producers interested in leadership and committed to advancing Nebraska sorghum are encouraged to apply.
