At its meeting in June, the Nebraska Brand Committee voted to increase some of the fees it charges for brand-related services.
The fees being increased are:
Brand Inspection: From $1.00 per head to $1.10 per head, effective September 1, 2025.
Brand Renewal: From $50 to $100 for four years, effective October 1, 2025.
Two other fees are being increased, with effective dates to be announced soon. These are:
Out-of-area inspections: hourly rate from $20 per hour to $30 per hour.
Expired Brand: $100 (plus research fee and penalty)
These changes were necessary to address cost increases for employee benefits, workers compensation insurance, and other operational items including basic supplies. The Committee is continuing to explore additional efficiencies, building off the improvements realized with the implementation of the electronic brand inspection program a few years ago.