FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Nov. 4, 2025
PSC APPROVES AGREEMENT TO
REINSTATE HANSEN-MUELLER
GRAIN DEALER LICENSE
LINCOLN – The Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC)
has reached an agreement reinstating Hansen-Mueller Co.’s
grain dealer license and requiring the company to resolve its
debts with Nebraska farmers. The Commission voted
Tuesday to approve the agreement protecting Nebraska’s
grain community.
Hansen-Mueller was suspended from doing business as a
grain dealer in Nebraska on Oct. 24, following a PSC Grain
Department investigation into complaints that the company
failed to pay multiple farmers. Since that action, the
company has worked closely with PSC staff to address the
financial concerns and provide safeguards for Nebraska
grain producers and sellers.
“Our decision today balances the public interest with the
opportunity for Hansen-Mueller to correct previous
concerns,” said Commission Chair Tim Schram, District 3.
“Our top priority was making sure these debts were paid
during this crucial time in the harvest season, and we’re
pleased that the company has already begun issuing the
outstanding funds.”
Under terms of the agreement, Hansen-Mueller must:
- Immediately fulfill all outstanding payment obligations
to Nebraska grain producers; - Fulfill all outstanding payment obligations to Nebraska
grain dealers and warehouses by Feb. 27, 2026; and - Remain in compliance with all standard requirements
for a Nebraska grain dealer license.
The agreement means the PSC will dismiss its October
complaint and will not assess civil penalties against the
company.
“This is a positive outcome and provides the oversight
necessary to ensure Nebraska’s grain community is
protected,” said Commission Vice Chair Kevin Stocker,
District 5. “The Commission will continue to demand
accountability and monitor the company’s compliance
with this agreement.”
Hansen-Mueller began issuing some outstanding
payments electronically and via mailed checks the
week of Oct. 27. The PSC encourages any producers
who have not received their expected payment from
Hansen-Mueller within the next two weeks to contact
the Grain Department at (402) 471-0222 or
psc.grain@nebraska.gov.
Note: The agreement does not apply to some
producers and sellers, such as those who negotiated
deferred payment or “price later” contracts with
Hansen-Mueller. However, anyone who has done
business with Hansen-Meuller, whether before or
during the suspension period, may contact the Grain
Department for guidance, or to report concerns.
The PSC encourages producers and sellers to always
be vigilant in business dealings and to work with
Nebraska-licensed grain dealers and warehouses.
For more information, including the lists of licensed
grain dealers and warehouses in Nebraska, visit the
PSC Grain Department website. ###
Media Contact:
Jason McFarley – Public Information & Education Officer
(402) 471-0226
jason.mcfarley@nebraska.gov
