Agriculture Today
Agriculture Today is a daily program hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout the state. It features Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining agricultural issues facing Kansas and the nation. K-State has produced daily, agriculture broadcasts since KSAC radio went on the air in 1924. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan.
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1817 - Grain Market Seasonality...Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in Co-ops
11/22/2024
1817 - Grain Market Seasonality...Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in Co-ops
Grain Prices and Movement Deductions Impact on Cooperatives Seasonable or Unseasonable Kansas Weather 00:01:05 – Grain Prices and Movement: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off today’s show discussing the current grain market. He talks through futures, exports and price seasonality for corn, grain sorghum, wheat and soybeans. 00:12:05 – Deductions Impact on Cooperatives: Keeping today’s show rolling is Brian Briggeman, director of the Arthur Capper Cooperative Center at K-State, as he explains the impact that section 199A(g) has had for cooperative’s deductions. 00:23:05 – Seasonable or Unseasonable Kansas Weather: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, ends the show with a weather outlook. He says that Kansas can expect to cool down and if the weather has been seasonable or unseasonable. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1816 - Cattle Technology...Forage and Rangeland Exploration
11/21/2024
1816 - Cattle Technology...Forage and Rangeland Exploration
Virtual Fencing and GPS Collar Research Sustainability Research at Rannells Discouraging Rabbits 00:01:05 – Virtual Fencing and GPS Collar Research: Kicking off the show today is K-State beef systems specialist, Jaymelynn Farney, as she discusses research that she has been doing in southeast Kansas looking into to the use of virtual fencing and technological ear tags. 00:12:05 – Sustainability Research at Rannells: Logan Thompson, K-State sustainable beef production specialist, and Sophie Westbrook, K-State rangeland ecology and invasive species specialist, continue the show as they explain the history of Rannell’s Preserve and how they plan to use it for research to benefit agriculture. 00:23:05 – Discouraging Rabbits: K-State wildlife specialist, Drew Ricketts, ends today’s show with information on the use of habitat modification, exclusion and removal to protect broadleaf and woody plants from rabbits. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1815 - Potential Tax and Law Issues in Agriculture...Need for Sleep
11/20/2024
1815 - Potential Tax and Law Issues in Agriculture...Need for Sleep
Tax and Legal Issues Farmers and Ranchers Could Encounter Why Good Sleep is Valuable Why a Bull Could be Prolapsing When Mounting 00:01:05 – Tax and Legal Issues Farmers and Ranchers Could Encounter: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins the show discussing water rights and conservation easements, long-term care costs, tax home, negative easements and accessing landlocked areas. 00:12:05 – Why Good Sleep is Valuable: Project consultant for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Health program at K-State, Tawnie Larson, keeps today’s show moving as she explains why good sleep is important for people’s health. 00:23:05 – Why a Bull Could be Prolapsing When Mounting: Wrapping up the show is the Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and Brian Lubbers as they talk through a listener question trying to understand why a bull is prolapsing when he breeds. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1814 - Ducks in Kansas...Cattle Feed Needs in the Winter
11/19/2024
1814 - Ducks in Kansas...Cattle Feed Needs in the Winter
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Ducks Nutritional Changes for Cattle in Cold Weather Dairy Cow Pain Management 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Ducks: Another episode of Fins, Fur and Feathers kicks off the show with K-State’s Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken. The pair discuss ducks and the issues they can create but also how people can get more in their area. 00:12:05 – Nutritional Changes for Cattle in Cold Weather: Keeping the show going is Jason Warner, K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, as he explains how nutritional needs of cattle shift as temperatures cool. 00:23:05 – Dairy Cow Pain Management: K-State dairy specialist, Mike Brouk, ends today’s show encouraging dairy farmers to consult with their veterinarian to establish new pain management protocols as the FDA warns against unapproved use of aspirin in lactating dairy cows. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1813 - Cattle Market Prices...Winterizing Pivots
11/18/2024
1813 - Cattle Market Prices...Winterizing Pivots
Why Cattle Placements are Difficult, But Important Preparing Pivots Systems for Winter Faces in Agriculture: Amanda Clausen 00:01:05 – Why Cattle Placements are Difficult, But Important: A cattle market update with Lee Schulz, chief economist of the livestock division at Ever.Ag, begins today’s show. He discusses the current market, retail beef prices, hay production and prices and why placements are difficult to project. 00:12:05 – Preparing Pivots Systems for Winter: Continuing the show is K-State water resource engineer, Jonathan Aguilar, as he provides a checklist of things people with pivot irrigation systems should work on checking off before it gets below freezing. 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Amanda Clausen: Another segment of Faces in Agriculture ends today’s show with Amanda Clausen from Jackson County. She describes her poultry operation and how they have grown in the past few years. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1812 - Shifts in the Grain Market...Cooler Weather
11/15/2024
1812 - Shifts in the Grain Market...Cooler Weather
The World Grain Market, Part 1 The World Grain Market, Part 2 A Wet November 00:01:05 – The World Grain Market, Part 1: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, kick off today’s show with a two-segment grain market update. Dan and Guy cover the domestic and international market for corn, grain sorghum, soybeans and wheat. 00:12:05 – The World Grain Market, Part 2: Guy also discusses macroeconomic topics as well grain market headlines with Dan. 00:23:05 – A Wet November: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, with this week’s weather recap and forecast. He explains how temperatures are expected to change and if Kansas will see more moisture. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1811 - Water Well Protection and Conservation...Pregnant Yearlings
11/14/2024
1811 - Water Well Protection and Conservation...Pregnant Yearlings
Private Water Well Safety and Testing Pregnant Yearling Heifer Needs Protecting Teat Health 00:01:05 – Private Water Well Safety and Testing: K-State watershed specialist, Stacie Minson, and City of Hays water conservation specialist, Holly Dickman, begin today’s show discussing what people should be evaluating when it comes to their water wells and landscape irrigation. 00:12:05 – Pregnant Yearling Heifer Needs: Continuing the show is Sandy Johnson, K-State beef reproduction specialist, as she explains considerations for cattle producers with pregnant yearling heifers. Katie Smith - 785-532-1267 00:23:05 – Protecting Teat Health: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends today’s show by offering tips for protecting exposed skin as we move into the winter months and maintaining a healthy teat condition can become challenging. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1810 - Direct vs Guaranteed FSA Loans...Approaches for Growing Replacement Heifers
11/13/2024
1810 - Direct vs Guaranteed FSA Loans...Approaches for Growing Replacement Heifers
FSA Farm Loan Programs Developing Spring-Born Heifers Using the CalfDex App 00:01:05 – FSA Farm Loan Programs: Starting the show today is Marissa Kepley, Kansas Farm Service Agency farm loan specialist, as she discusses farm loan programs at the FSA. Marissa also shares how much money has been used for these programs. 00:12:05 – Developing Spring-Born Heifers: Sandy Johnson, K-State beef reproduction specialist, keeps the show rolling as she talks about spring-born replacement heifer development. She says what research has influenced new approaches. 00:23:05 – Using the CalfDex App: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast ends today’s show as Brad White, Bob Larson, Ted Schroeder and Cambree Schmaltz converse about the app CalfDex and what it provides to producers. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1809 - Recognizing the Beef Stocker Unit...Tax Preparations
11/12/2024
1809 - Recognizing the Beef Stocker Unit...Tax Preparations
20 Years of the K-State Beef Stocker Unit Agriculture Tax Planning and Strategies Making a Longer Growing Season 00:01:05 – 20 Years of the K-State Beef Stocker Unit: Beginning today’s show is K-State Extension beef specialist, Dale Blasi, as he covers how the K-State Beef Stocker Unit began and what work they do to support cattle producers. 00:12:05 – Agriculture Tax Planning and Strategies: Kansas Farm Management Association’s podcast with KFMA economist, Chelsea Plummer, and KFMA executive directory, Mark Dikeman, continue the show as they review tax planning strategies and tools. 00:23:05 – Making a Longer Growing Season: K-State horticulture Extension specialist Cynthia Domenghini ends today’s show discussing how to use cold frames, hot caps and low tunnels to extend the growing season. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1808 - Cattle Market Data...Update on Progress at K-State
11/11/2024
1808 - Cattle Market Data...Update on Progress at K-State
Trade in the Cattle Market A Look Back at October from Ernie Minton Pros and Cons of Leaves in Ponds 00:01:05 – Trade in the Cattle Market: A cattle market update with Oklahoma State University livestock economist, Derrell Peel, starts today’s show. He discusses the market, wheat pasture prospects and trade data. 00:12:05 – A Look Back at October from Ernie Minton: Ernie Minton, dean of K-State's College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension, continues the show as he provides an update on what has been happening on-campus and how construction is going. 00:23:05 – Pros and Cons of Leaves in Ponds: Ending the show for today is K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, Joe Gerken, as he explains the benefits and concerns of leaves being in ponds and streams. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1807 - Grain Trade Tension...Winter Wheat Conditions
11/08/2024
1807 - Grain Trade Tension...Winter Wheat Conditions
WASDE Grain Report Expectations Should Winter Wheat be Replanted? Rain and Snow in Kansas 00:01:05 – WASDE Grain Report Expectations: K-State grain economist, Dan O’Brien, kicks off today’s show with a grain market outlook. He previews pre-report expectations of the World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates. 00:12:05 – Should Winter Wheat be Replanted?: Keeping the show rolling is K-State wheat production specialist, Romulo Lollato, as he discusses winter wheat growing conditions and what scenarios growers might see in their fields to consider replanting. 00:23:05 – Rain and Snow in Kansas: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, ends today’s show as he recaps the recent moisture all of Kansas received and if we can be expecting more. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1806 - ESA Herbicide Regulations...New Hybrid Found in Wheat Field
11/07/2024
1806 - ESA Herbicide Regulations...New Hybrid Found in Wheat Field
First Herbicide Following ESA Requirements New Wheat and Triticale Hybrid Managing a Compost Pile 00:01:05 – First Herbicide Following ESA Requirements: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, kicks off the show discussing the first Endangered Species Act compliant herbicide. She talks about the mitigation and off-target movement rules. 00:12:05 – New Wheat and Triticale Hybrid: Continuing the show is Marion Spiering with the Kansas Crop Improvement Association to explain a new wheat and triticale hybrid that has been identified. 00:23:05 – Managing a Compost Pile: K-State horticulture Extension specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends today’s show describing how to maintain and continue adding organic materials to compost piles this winter. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1806 - ESA Herbicide Regulations...New Hybrid Found in Wheat Field
11/07/2024
1806 - ESA Herbicide Regulations...New Hybrid Found in Wheat Field
First Herbicide Following ESA Requirements New Wheat and Triticale Hybrid Managing a Compost Pile 00:01:05 – First Herbicide Following ESA Requirements: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, kicks off the show discussing the first Endangered Species Act compliant herbicide. She talks about the mitigation and off-target movement rules. 00:12:05 – New Wheat and Triticale Hybrid: Continuing the show is Marion Spiering with the Kansas Crop Improvement Association to explain a new wheat and triticale hybrid that has been identified. 00:23:05 – Managing a Compost Pile: K-State horticulture Extension specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends today’s show describing how to maintain and continue adding organic materials to compost piles this winter. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1805 - FARM Act and NEPA Violation...Non-Treatable Disease in Cattle
11/06/2024
1805 - FARM Act and NEPA Violation...Non-Treatable Disease in Cattle
Acts, Violations and Strategies in Agriculture Johne's Disease in Cattle Demand and Consumption of Animal Protein 00:01:05 – Acts, Violations and Strategies in Agriculture: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts today’s show by explaining the FARM Act, a National Environmental Policy Act violation and the Environmental Protection Administration’s draft strategy. 00:12:05 – Johne's Disease in Cattle: Continuing the show is K-State veterinarian, Gregg Hanzlicek, as he discusses Johne’s disease in cattle and how producers can help reduce risk of it in their herd. 00:23:05 – Demand and Consumption of Animal Protein: A portion of the Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast ends today’s show as Brad White, Dustin Pendell, Bob Larson, Brian Lubbers, Phillip Lancaster and Ken Odde converse about meat demand and consumption. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1804 - Armadillos in Kansas...Swine Nutrition Research
11/05/2024
1804 - Armadillos in Kansas...Swine Nutrition Research
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Armadillos Swine Feed and Performance Research Blankets for Young Calves 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Armadillos: Another episode of Fins, Fur and Feathers with K-State’s Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken kick off today’s show. This week the pair discuss armadillos and the different methods that can be used for controlling their population. 00:12:05 – Swine Feed and Performance Research: K-State swine nutritionist, Jason Woodworth, and master’s student, Jessica Smallfield, continue the show as they explain their research involving swine feed efficiency and growth performance. 00:23:05 – Blankets for Young Calves: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, end today’s show with the benefits of using calf blankets on young calves, especially during the first three weeks of life. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1803 - Cattle Market and Range Conditions...Anhydrous Ammonia
11/04/2024
1803 - Cattle Market and Range Conditions...Anhydrous Ammonia
Cattle Market Recap and Pasture Conditions Anhydrous Ammonia Applications Kansas Profile: 6S Creative 00:01:05 – Cattle Market Recap and Pasture Conditions: A cattle market update with Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, starts today’s show. He discusses the current market and also provides what the range and pasture conditions are and how they compare to previous years. 00:12:05 – Anhydrous Ammonia Applications: Dorivar Ruiz Diaz, K-State soil fertility specialist, keeps the show rolling as he talks about considerations for anhydrous ammonia applications in the fall. He explains what should be examined before deciding to apply. 00:23:05 – Kansas Profile: 6S Creative: Ending today’s show is Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at K-State, with a Kansas Profile on the founder and owner of 6S Creative. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1802 - Grain Market Outlook...FFA Convention Recap
11/01/2024
1802 - Grain Market Outlook...FFA Convention Recap
Grain Market Seasonality Kansas FFA at National FFA Convention Moisture in the Forecast 00:01:05 – Grain Market Seasonality: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, begins the show with a grain market outlook. Dan discusses current trends as well as events that could impact the market. 00:12:05 – Kansas FFA at National FFA Convention: Continuing the show is Hayley Hines and Natalee Bray, Kansas FFA State Officers, to recap the National FFA Convention and Expo. The pair talk about Kansas FFA success and exciting speakers. 00:23:05 – Moisture in the Forecast: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, end today’s show with a weather forecast. He says where in Kansas saw rain and if we can be expecting more moisture in the coming weeks. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1801 - BLV in Cattle Herds...Grain Sorghum Growers
10/31/2024
1801 - BLV in Cattle Herds...Grain Sorghum Growers
Bovine Leukemia Virus Kansas Grain Sorghum Update Fall Removal and Testing 00:01:05 – Bovine Leukemia Virus: K-State veterinarian, Gregg Hanzlicek, kicks off today’s show by discussing Bovine Leukemia Virus also referred to as BLV. He explains its concerns and how common it is in dairy and beef cattle herds. 00:12:05 – Kansas Grain Sorghum Update: Continuing the show are Kansas grain sorghum growers Brant Peterson and Jon Berning as they provide a look into how their crop performed this year and what they hope for next season. 00:23:05 – Fall Removal and Testing: Gregg Eyestone, Riley County Extension horticulture agent, ends the show providing tips for removing fallen leaves from the home landscape and explaining why fall is a good time to soil test. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1800 - An Update on FSA Programs...Agricultural Innovation Initiative
10/30/2024
1800 - An Update on FSA Programs...Agricultural Innovation Initiative
An Update on FSA Programs Agricultural Innovation Initiative End of Grazing Season Feeding 00:01:05 – An Update on FSA Programs: Kansas State Director of USDA’s Farm Service Agency Dennis McKinney starts the show by providing an update on FSA programs available to Kansas farmers and ranchers. He also says what support producers have when it comes to conservation. 00:12:05 – Agricultural Innovation Initiative: From last week’s annual conference, College of Agriculture Director and Associate Dean for Research and Graduate programs, Jane Schuh, discusses the 210-million dollar Agriculture Innovation Initiative that’s currently underway. 00:23:05 – End of Grazing Season Feeding: The Beef Cattle Institute's Brad White, Phillip Lancaster and Bob Larson end today’s show with a listener’s question about feeding cows at the end of the grazing season. The hosts discuss protein tubs, crude protein levels and non-protein nitrogen. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1799 - Agricultural Interest Rates...Emerald Ash Borer Spreads
10/29/2024
1799 - Agricultural Interest Rates...Emerald Ash Borer Spreads
Are Recent Interest Rates Impacting Ag Rates Emerald Ash Borer Continues To Spread Dairy Producers Can Help 4-H Grow 00:01:05 – Are Recent Interest Rates Impacting Ag Rates: K-State’s Brain Briggeman and Brady Brewer look at recent interest rates and how they have influenced agricultural rates and what we can possibly expect moving forward. 00:12:05 – Emerald Ash Borer Continues To Spread: Matt Norville, community forestry program coordinator for the Kansas Forest Service, discusses the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer. The invasive insect has now been confirmed in 15 Kansas counties. 00:23:05 – Dairy Producers Can Help 4-H Grow: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk has information on how dairy producers can help increase participation in 4-H. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1798 - Cutout Value Price Factors...Fall 2025 Net Farm Income
10/28/2024
1798 - Cutout Value Price Factors...Fall 2025 Net Farm Income
Cutout Value Price Factors Fall 2025 Net Farm Income Prairie Dog Control Options 00:01:05 – Cutout Value Price Factors: Universty of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist Elliott Dennis discusses cutou value price factors, trends in slaughter weight and beef slaughter cows. 00:12:05 – Fall 2025 Net Farm Income: K-State Flinchbaugh agricultural policy chair, Jenny Ifft, continues today's show with a look at fall 2025 net farm income. She explains what's impacting it and how it compaes to previous years. 00:23:05 – Control Options for Prairie Dogs: K-State wildlife specialist, Drew Ricketts, wraps up today's show with a discussion on prairie dogs...descibing and comparing various control options. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1797 - Trends and Events in the Grain Market...Removing Corn Residue Impacts
10/25/2024
1797 - Trends and Events in the Grain Market...Removing Corn Residue Impacts
Kansas and U.S. Cash Grain Prices Soil Considerations Before Removing Crop Residue Drought Expansion 00:01:05 – Kansas and U.S. Cash Grain Prices: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, starts the show for today with a grain market outlook. Dan discusses cash prices in the U.S., seasonal price trends and international events taking place. 00:12:05 – Soil Considerations Before Removing Crop Residue: The show keeps going with K-State Extension agronomist, Logan Simon, as he talks about how removing crop residue from fields can impact the soil. He also provides an update on cotton. 00:23:05 – Drought Expansion: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, ends today’s show with a recap of the recent moisture Kansas has received and if his forecast has Kansas getting more precipitation. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1796 - Missed the Optimal Window for Wheat Planting...Brush Management
10/24/2024
1796 - Missed the Optimal Window for Wheat Planting...Brush Management
Late Sowing Wheat Woody Encroachment Management Event Safely Storing Lawn and Garden Pesticides 00:01:05 – Late Sowing Wheat: Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, kicks off today’s show with management considerations for wheat growers who are past their optimal window to sow wheat. 00:12:05 – Woody Encroachment Management Event: Continuing the show is Midway District Extension agents Craig Dinkel and Clinton Laflin as well as K-State watershed specialist Stacie Minson as they discuss agriculture in their district and an upcoming woody encroachment management field day. 785-472-3161 EXT3 00:23:05 – Safely Storing Lawn and Garden Pesticides: K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, ends today’s show with tips for safely storing leftover lawn and garden pesticides for use again next year. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1795 - Income Tax Education...Small Agriculture Learning Series
10/23/2024
1795 - Income Tax Education...Small Agriculture Learning Series
Kansas Income Tax Institute Small Acreage Agriculture Series in Kansas When to Start a Finishing Ration 00:01:05 – Kansas Income Tax Institute: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, and Rich Llewelyn, K-State Extension assistant, start the show as they preview the speakers and topics for the upcoming Kansas Income Tax Institute. 00:12:05 – Small Acreage Agriculture Series in Kansas: Keeping the show rolling are agriculture and natural resources agents Jenni Carr and Grace Schneider as they share about agriculture in their counties and their upcoming small acreage agriculture series Harper County: 620-842-5445 Kingman County: 620-532-5131 00:23:05 – When to Start a Finishing Ration: K-State’s Brad White, Dustin Pendell, Bob Larson and Phillip Lancaster wrap today’s show with part of the Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast. The group converse about if there is an ideal weight to start a finishing ration. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1794 - Clear or Murky Pond Water...What's on a Feed Tag
10/22/2024
1794 - Clear or Murky Pond Water...What's on a Feed Tag
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Water Clarity Feed Labels Dairy Sustainability Practices 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Water Clarity: Beginning today’s show is K-State’s Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken with a segment of their Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast. This week the pair converse about water clarity and how it can impact pond health. 00:12:05 – Feed Labels: K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, Jason Warner, continues the show by discussing feedstuff tags. He explains how custom and commercial feed tags can differ 00:23:05 – Dairy Sustainability Practices: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show for today as he talks about the strides dairy farmers have made in increasing sustainability and practices they should consider moving forward. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1793 - Cattle Market and Demand...Medicare Options
10/21/2024
1793 - Cattle Market and Demand...Medicare Options
Meat Demand Monitor Medicare Programs Faces in Agriculture: Ken McCarty 00:01:05 – Meat Demand Monitor: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, begins today’s show as he discusses the current cattle market and also provides a rundown of the Meat Demand Monitor for September. 00:12:05 – Medicare Programs: Kansas Farm Management Association’s Chelsea Plummer and Marshall County Extension Agent, Susie Latta, keep the show rolling with part of KFMA’s recent podcast where they talk about the SHICK and Medicare programs in Kansas. 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Ken McCarty: Ending the show for today is another segment of Faces in Agriculture where we are joined by McCarty Family Farm’s Ken McCarty. Ken explains his family’s dairy operation and how they have expanded. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1792 - Domestic and Foreign Grain Market...Weather Forecast
10/18/2024
1792 - Domestic and Foreign Grain Market...Weather Forecast
Overview of the Grain Market, Part 1 Overview of the Grain Market, Part 2 Waiting on Precipitation 00:01:05 – Overview of the Grain Market, Part 1: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute at K-State, start the show today as they provide a domestic and international look at the grain market. The pair give an overview of factors impacting the market as well as conversing about corn, grain sorghum, soybeans and wheat and how numbers have changed for Kansas and foreign markets. 00:12:05 – Overview of the Grain Market, Part 2: Dan and Guy continue their grain market conversation. 00:23:05 – Waiting on Precipitation: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with a weather forecast. He discusses if we can be expecting any cooler or wetter conditions. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1791 - Nutrition for Larger Pig Litters...Roadway Incidents
10/17/2024
1791 - Nutrition for Larger Pig Litters...Roadway Incidents
Larger Pig Litters and Pre-Weaning Socialization Roadway Incidents with Agricultural Equipment Discouraging Home Pests 00:01:05 – Larger Pig Litters and Pre-Weaning Socialization: Kicking off today’s show is K-State swine specialist, Mike Tokach, as he explains research that has been done at K-State to help make sure sows and nursing pigs continue to be provided appropriate nutrition as litter sizes increase. Katie Smith: 785-532-1267 00:12:05 – Roadway Incidents with Agricultural Equipment: K-State assistant professor in the department of agricultural and biological engineering, Ed Brokesh, continues the show as he reminds listeners of roadway safety and things that can be done to hopefully reduce incidents. 00:23:05 – Discouraging Home Pests: Raymond Cloyd, K-State horticultural entomologist, ends today’s show by talking about a few pests that might be trying to enter homes and what can be done to discourage them. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1790 - FSA Dates and Payments...Pasture Nutrients
10/16/2024
1790 - FSA Dates and Payments...Pasture Nutrients
Kansas FSA Reminders Pasture Soil Testing and Fertilization Cattle Pain Management 00:01:05 – Kansas FSA Reminders: Kansas Farm Service Agency agricultural program specialist, Allison Womack, kicks off today’s show with date reminders for FSA programs and a reminder about county committee elections. 00:12:05 – Pasture Soil Testing and Fertilization: The show keeps going with K-State northeast area agronomist, Tina Sullivan, discussing fall soil testing, what nutrients growers should consider applying and what to hold off on for pasture ground. 00:23:05 – Cattle Pain Management: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Bob Larson and Brian Lubbers wrap today’s show as they converse about pain management in livestock and the medicine available and lack thereof. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1789 - Crop Tests Website...Agriculture Pest Decline
10/15/2024
1789 - Crop Tests Website...Agriculture Pest Decline
Website Launched for Crop Performance Tests Green Cloverworms and Crop Pests are Slowing Down Focus Points for Dairy Producers 00:01:05 – Website Launched for Crop Performance Tests: Beginning today’s show is Ignacio Ciampitti, K-State farming systems specialist and director of research for ID3A, as he explains the recently released website that allows farmers to have easier access to K-State’s crop performance tests. 00:12:05 – Green Cloverworms and Crop Pests are Slowing Down: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show rolling with an update on pests in Kansas. He talks about green cloverworms, armyworms, army cutworms and grasshoppers. 00:23:05 – Focus Points for Dairy Producers: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show as he looks at some of the trends and areas where Kansas producers might want to focus moving forward. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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