The Center for Agricultural Profitability at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln has released its 2025 report on custom service rates for livestock production in Nebraska. The report provides average charges for 26 different livestock-related custom operations, including haying, livestock hauling, fencing, feed delivery, and manure application.
The data were gathered through online and in-person surveys, with 68% of respondents identifying as custom service providers. Rates typically include costs for labor, equipment, fuel, and supplies, and are organized into eight service categories.
This widely used report offers a valuable reference for producers and operators to determine fair pricing for custom services. The full report is available at cap.unl.edu/customrates, where those interested can also register to participate in the next survey cycle, for the biennial Nebraska Custom Rates Report.
