FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
April 28, 2026
PSC CLOSES 2025 COMPLAINT
LINCOLN – The Nebraska Public Service Commission
(PSC) today issued an order approving a stipulated
agreement with Roberts Seed, Inc., and dismissing a
department complaint concerning unlicensed activity by
the Axtell-based specialty grain company.
The agreement follows a PSC investigation last fall into
whether the company was buying and storing grain
without the required grain dealer and grain warehouse
licenses. Under terms of the agreement, Roberts Seed
commits to:
- Buying grain only for the purpose of selling it as seed –
activity that does not require a PSC-issued license and
that is overseen by the Nebraska Department of
Agriculture. The company is prohibited from conducting
traditional grain dealer and warehouse activity without
obtaining the proper licenses. - Paying a $2,400 civil penalty
- Submitting to periodic site and records inspections by
the PSC’s Grain Department
“This agreement reinforces our commitment to maintaining
the integrity of the grain marketplace in Nebraska,” said
Commission Vice Chair Kevin Stocker. “We will continue to
closely monitor operations to ensure compliance, protect
grain producers and uphold public safety.”
The PSC encourages producers to verify that grain dealers
and warehouses are properly licensed before conducting
business. The lists of licensed dealers and warehouses are
available at https://psc.nebraska.gov/grain.
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Media Contact:
Jason McFarley – Public Information & Education Officer
(402) 430-5640
jason.mcfarley@nebraska.gov
