Detasselers work in a field near Seward, Nebaska.
A seed corn detasseling crew near Seward, Nebraska had a little extra help on Tuesday.
Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts and state ag director Steve Wellman joined the crew on one of their rounds through the half-mile long field.
Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts
Ricketts says he enjoyed interacting with the detasselers.
“It’s great to learn about something that’s been a part of history and legacy for our state—and a great opportunity for young people to earn extra money, as well as school teachers and bus drivers.
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