Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Agriculture

KDA Announces Webinar Series on Ag Workforce Topics

The Kansas Department of Agriculture and the Kansas Department of Commerce, in conjunction with the Nurture Kansas Agriculture Collaborative Coalition, announce the “Growing Strong Together” webinar series focused on...

What it means for Kansas farmers that Congress may save Food for Peace

Congress may use the farm bill to save Food for Peace, a foreign food assistance program with a Kansas legacy that President Donald Trump's...

Managing Fertilizer Price Volatility Through Efficient Nutrient Management

Contact: Marsha Boswell, [email protected] For the audio version, visit kswheat.com Kansas wheat farmers are watching their input costs closely, with fertilizer being one of the biggest...

High quality hay after calving a must

Good cow nutrition is crucial following calving to get cows rebred. Let’s look at the reason for using our top tier hay after calves...

Value-Added Producer Grants help producers grow their bottom line

A U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) program is helping producers turn raw commodities into value-added products, allowing more of the income to remain in...

Three ways to be more profitable making hay

Haymaking is a game of threes, says University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Carson Roberts. To be profitable, producers must manage three key factors:...

Eat your cereal(s)

Although it is the shortest month of the year, February can feel like one of the longest, at least to the grazing animal.  During...

EPA advances farmers’ right to repair

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) advanced American farmers and equipment owners’ lawful right to repair their farm and other nonroad diesel equipment. EPA’s...

Applications Open for Kansas Wheat Scholarships Honoring Industry Leaders

Contact: Marsha Boswell, [email protected] For the audio version, visit kswheat.com High school seniors and current Kansas college students have until Friday, March 13, 2026, to apply...

K-State’s next-generation agriculture facility will be named Western Star Global Grain and Food Center

Kansas State University's Global Center for Grain and Food Innovation will be renamed the Western Star Global Grain and Food Center in honor of...

UnCommon Farms Marks 20 Years with National Winter Conference in St. Louis

Brighton, IL — February 10, 2026 — UnCommon Farms will convene its annual Winter Conference February 17–20, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at...