Who We Are
The Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board
The Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board (NGSB) exists to serve sorghum growers from the Missouri River to the Wyoming border, and South Dakota to Kansas. We are constantly collaborating with producers, industry partners, public and private-sector organizations to maximize opportunities for hard-working Nebraska farmers. Let us know how we can best serve you!
The Nebraska Sorghum Producers
The Nebraska Sorghum Producers (NeSPA) is your legislative voice in Lincoln and Washington D.C. We serve as a liaison between the farm and the legislative chamber on the issues that matter to you. By joining the National Sorghum Producers Association, you automatically become a member of NeSPA.
Meet The Team
Scott Nelson
My wife Amy and I have three children Sam, Britta, and Luke. We enjoy all that rural living has to offer and taking advantage of the outdoors and traveling. We farm in the Axtell, Wilcox, Hildreth, and Keene area, of south central Nebraska. We raise corn, seed corn, soybeans, and grain sorghum. We live on the yard where my great, great grandfather built his first house in America in 1900, adjacent to the farm that his father homesteaded in 1878. Currently, I’m serving on Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation’s State Legislative Policy Committee. I am also a current member of the Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board and serve on my church’s council. My wife Amy works for Fusion Medial of Omaha as a travel nurse recruiter, in addition to being the leader of the family. Nothing would work without her dedication and work ethic. On our farm and in our lives, we strive to be progressive, while remaining practical with all our practices. We want to lead the way in sustainability on our farm, with practices that are proven and cost effective. That includes being at the forefront of issues that involve the information that we use and collect to farm efficiently.
Scott is currently the chairman of the board.
Dennis Fitzke
Dennis Fitzke farms near Clay Center with his son. His background in both agriculture and agri-business provides a unique perspective to Nebraska Sorghum.
Dennis is currently the secretary and treasurer of the board.
Tyler Bose
Tyler Bose grew up on a family farm outside Arcadia, Nebraska. He graduated from Arcadia Public School in 2012 and went on to attend Southeast Community College in Milford where he attained an Associates Degree in Automotive Technology. He also served in the Nebraska National Guard for 8 years. In 2015, he married his high school sweetheart, Michelle, and in 2017 welcomed his sprinkle-loving daughter, Sydney. Two years later, little farmer Jace joined the operation. Tyler farms alongside his parents in Custer and Valley Counties where they raise corn, soybeans, sorghum, and cattle. He is currently contracted by UPS as a mechanic to work on their delivery trucks in Broken Bow and surrounding service centers. Tyler also serves on the Board of Education for Arcadia Public Schools and is a member of the Arcadia FFA Alumni.
Tyler is currently the vice chairman of the board.
Stuart Hoff
Stuart is the Farm manager at Rogers Memorial Farm near Lincoln, Nebraska. His background in research and production provide valuable insights to Nebraska Sorghum.
Bob Stahly
Bob Stahly is a fifth-generation farmer from Hitchcock County, Nebraska, where his family has farmed for more than 100 years. He and his wife, Julie, farm south of Stratton and have incorporated regenerative agriculture practices into their dryland operation over the past decade.
Beginning in the 2016–2017 growing season, the Stahly’s transitioned to no-till and cover crops across their acres, focusing on soil health, reduced erosion, and long-term sustainability. Sorghum has become an important part of their crop rotation due to its adaptability to dryland conditions, contribution to soil health, and strong nutritional profile.
Bob is also a co-founder of Homestead Grains, a family-run venture producing whole wheat flour, non-GMO cornmeal, and sorghum flour grown on their farm. Through both his farming practices and value-added grain production, Bob brings practical, producer-driven insight to the Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board as he works to support Nebraska sorghum growers and expand opportunities for the crop.
Kristine Dvoracek Jameson
Kristine Dvoracek Jameson is the current Executive Director for the Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board and Nebraska Sorghum Producers. Kristine grew up on a small family farm in Howard County, Nebraska. After graduating from high school, she went on to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. During college she interned for the Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board and US Home Mortgage. Upon graduation in May of 2022 with her degree in AgriBusiness, she started fulltime as a loan processor for US Home Mortgage. In August of 2023 she was appointed to be the Executive Director for Nebraska Sorghum. Kristine’s hobbies include talking about sorghum and spoiling her niece and nephew. Kristine and her husband Matt currently live in St. Paul, Nebraska.
For an application to join the board, or for more information, email: sorghum.board@nebraska.gov
Our Mission
The Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board serves sorghum growers by providing consumer and producer education, developing value-added markets, and supporting innovative research. NGSB is funded by the Nebraska Sorghum Checkoff and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program.
Our Vision
As an ancient grain, sorghum is a fundamental part of our shared human history. At the Nebraska Grain Sorghum Board, we focus on developing innovative markets, while also celebrating our rich history. We are writing the next chapter in sorghum; one that increases economic opportunities for Nebraska farmers and provides a healthy alternative to consumers.