Every Friday, we provide a few items that may be of interest, both factually and fun, as well as a seasonal recipe.  Hope you enjoy!

• The USDA extended the deadline for the voluntary claims process for Hispanic and Women Farmers and Ranchers who allege past discrimination by the USDA.  The deadline is now May 1, 2013.
• The University of Nebraska – Lincoln’s Cornhusker Economics details preliminary results from the 2013 Nebraska Farm Real Estate Market Developments Survey.  Unsurprisingly, land values and cash rent rates continue to rise.
• Custer County, Nebraska named as one of the best places to live by American Cowboy magazine.
• Finally, also from American Cowboy magazine, pan-fried mango chicken.