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 ksrenews@ksu.edu. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the wellbeing of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit www.ksre.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2202 - Corn and Sorghum Conditions...Record Soybean Crush
06/12/2026
2202 - Corn and Sorghum Conditions...Record Soybean Crush
What Is Happening for Corn and Sorghum Wheat and Soybean Markets Severe Weather and Excessive Rainfall 00:01:05 – What is Happening for Corn and Sorghum: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien and senior economist at the IGP Institute Guy Allen detail what's happening with corn and sorghum. 00:12:05 – Wheat and Soybean Markets: Daniel and Guy continue the show discussing what we are seeing with wheat and highlight the record high soybean crush. 00:23:05 – Severe Weather and Excessive Rainfall: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends the show discussing the recent severe weather and rainfall across the state as well as some potentially cooler temperatures coming this weekend. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2201 - Insurance for Annual Forages...Controlling Weeds in Wheat Before the Combine
06/11/2026
2201 - Insurance for Annual Forages...Controlling Weeds in Wheat Before the Combine
Annual Forage Insurance Options Controlling Weeds Before Wheat Harvest Warm Season Grasses 00:01:05 – Annual Forage Insurance Options: K-State's Jenny Ifft and John Holman start the show as they explain annual forage insurance and how producers can use it in their operation as a risk mitigation tool. 00:12:05 – Controlling Weeds Before Wheat Harvest: Sarah Ganske and Jeanne Falk Jones from K-State continue today's show as they discuss weed control before wheat harvest and why it is crucial to get control before the combine gets in the field. 00:23:05 – Warm Season Grasses: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, as he talks about some of the benefits of warm season grasses — which can still be established through mid-summer. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2200 - Farm Service Agency Loans and Look Ahead...Beetles and Rootworms in Kansas Crops
06/10/2026
2200 - Farm Service Agency Loans and Look Ahead...Beetles and Rootworms in Kansas Crops
Loan Opportunities with the Farm Service Agency Japanese Beetles and Corn Rootworms in Kansas Cattle Health Starting in Gestation 00:01:05 – Loan Opportunities with the Farm Service Agency: Beginning the show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he reviews FSA loan opportunities and what is coming up for the agency. 00:12:05 – Japanese Beetles and Corn Rootworms in Kansas: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show rolling as he discusses Japanese beetles and corn rootworms. He explains what crops they could be impacting and what growers can be doing. 00:23:05 – Cattle Health Starting in Gestation: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and special guest Lee Jones ends today's show as they chat about a key health risk in cattle. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2199 - Picking Out a Crop for Double Cropping...Helping with Weed Suppression
06/09/2026
2199 - Picking Out a Crop for Double Cropping...Helping with Weed Suppression
Options for Double Crop After Wheat, Part 1 Options for Double Crop After Wheat, Part 2 National Dairy Month Recognition 00:01:05 – Options for Double Crop After Wheat, Part 1: The show starts with K-State Extension agronomists Logan Simon and Jeanne Falk Jones, as well as K-State weed specialist Sarah Ganske as they chat about options for double cropping after wheat. They talk about the different crop factors and how putting in another crop after wheat can benefit weed suppression. 00:12:05 – Options for Double Crop After Wheat, Part 2: Logan, Sarah and Jeanne continue the show as they keep conversing about what growers need to keep in mind. 00:23:05 – National Dairy Month Recognition: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show discussing how Kansas farmers can participate in National Dairy Month by hosting on-farm events or using social media to demonstrate what they do "day in and day out" to produce milk to make the dairy products we all enjoy. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2198 - More Tightening of the Cattle Market...New World Screwworm
06/08/2026
2198 - More Tightening of the Cattle Market...New World Screwworm
Impacts of New World Screwworm on the Cattle Market New World Screwworm in the U.S. Jellies in Kansas Ponds and Reservoirs 00:01:05 – Impacts of New World Screwworm on the Cattle Market: A cattle market update from Elliott Dennis, University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, kick starts the show as he discusses how the recent New World Screwworm news has impacted the market. 00:12:05 – New World Screwworm in the U.S.: K-State livestock entomologist, Cassandra Olds, continues today's show as she explains New World Screwworm, current concerns and what she wants Kansans to keep in mind as we move forward. 00:23:05 – Jellies in Kansas Ponds and Reservoirs: Ending the show is K-State fisheries and aquatic Extension specialist, Joe Gerken, as he talks about jellies in ponds and reservoirs. He says what they look like and what they provide to the water. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2197 - Crop and Price Conditions...Trying to Control Sericea Lespedeza
06/05/2026
2197 - Crop and Price Conditions...Trying to Control Sericea Lespedeza
Grain Market Prices Falling Off Sericea Lespedeza Management Impressive Rainfalls 00:01:05 – Grain Market Prices Falling Off: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, begins the show with a grain market outlook where he explains why the futures and cash markets have fallen off. 00:12:05 – Sericea Lespedeza Management: A discussion on sericea lespedeza and its control options with K-State rangeland management specialist, Molly Reichenborn, and K-State Extension agronomist, Tina Sullivan, continues today's show. 00:23:05 – Impressive Rainfalls: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends the show as he recaps the recent impressive rains and what temperatures he is expecting with the forecasted humidity. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2196 - Pests in Crops and Alfalfa...Grain Expectations in Ukraine
06/04/2026
2196 - Pests in Crops and Alfalfa...Grain Expectations in Ukraine
Chinch Bugs Update and Potato Leafhopper Concerns Ukraine and Black Sea Region Conditions Annual and Perennial Flower Care 00:01:05 – Chinch Bugs Update and Potato Leafhopper Concerns: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, kicks off today's show with an update on chinch bugs and what questions he has been receiving about them. He also touches on potato leafhoppers and their damage and management. 00:12:05 – Ukraine and Black Sea Region Conditions: Antonina Broyaka, K-State Extension associate in the department of agricultural economics, continues the show as she talks about current conditions and expectations for Ukrainian and Black Sea Region agriculture. 00:23:05 – Annual and Perennial Flower Care: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, covering the type of care needed for annual and perennial flowers through late spring and summer. This may include deadheading, pinching and fertilizing. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2195 - Scam in Rural Real Estate...How Kansas Wheat is Doing
06/03/2026
2195 - Scam in Rural Real Estate...How Kansas Wheat is Doing
Farmland Fraud Kansas Wheat Crop Update Maximizing Beef on Dairy Cattle 00:01:05 – Farmland Fraud: K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen begins the show as he discusses farmland scams and what issues they are creating for landowners and how they can help protect their property. 00:12:05 – Kansas Wheat Crop Update: Kelsey Andersen Onofre, K-State wheat pathologist, and Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, continue the show as they update Kansas wheat crop conditions and its biggest impacts. 00:23:05 – Maximizing Beef on Dairy Cattle: Ending the show is part of a Beef Cattle Institute Cattle Chat podcast as Phillip Lancaster, Bob Larson and Brad White chat about maximizing efficiency for beef on dairy cattle. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2194 - Invasive Species in Water...Dredging of Sedimentation
06/02/2026
2194 - Invasive Species in Water...Dredging of Sedimentation
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Invasive Aquatic Species Water Injection Dredging Dairy Product Wins 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Invasive Aquatic Species: Part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode with Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken kicks off today's show as they discuss invasive aquatic species and what people need to remember. 00:12:05 – Water Injection Dredging: Trisha Moore, associate professor in K-State's Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, continues today's show as she describes water injection dredging and its impact on sedimentation in water. 00:23:05 – Dairy Product Wins: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show saying milk production numbers from 2025 show that cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese and dry whey products have been bright spots for the dairy industry. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2193 - Financial Sentiment Impacts on the Cattle Market...Mitigating Heat Concerns
06/01/2026
2193 - Financial Sentiment Impacts on the Cattle Market...Mitigating Heat Concerns
Monitoring the Cattle Market Livestock Heat Stress, Part 1 Livestock Heat Stress, Part 2 00:01:05 – Monitoring the Cattle Market: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, begins today's show with an update on the cattle market, feedlot returns and the recent Meat Demand Monitor. 00:12:05 – Livestock Heat Stress, Part 1: K-State Extension beef veterinarian, A.J. Tarpoff, continues today's show as he explains what heat stress is for livestock, the most common causes and what producers can be doing to help reduce heat generating events. 00:23:05 – Livestock Heat Stress, Part 2: Ending the show is A.J. Tarpoff as he continues with heat stress reminders and what people should do when their animals start getting too hot. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2192 - Ongoing Grain Market Seasonality...Cotton Thrips
05/29/2026
2192 - Ongoing Grain Market Seasonality...Cotton Thrips
Trend Factors for the Grain Market Early Season Cotton Pests Precipitation in Kansas 00:01:05 – Trend Factors for the Grain Market: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, starts off the show with his grain market update where we chats about seasonal trends and the biggest factors impacting the market. 00:12:05 – Early Season Cotton Pests: Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, continues the show with his discussion on early season cotton pests and why volunteer soybean is an issue in cotton. 00:23:05 – Precipitation in Kansas: Concluding the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with what parts of Kansas have seen rain and what pattern he is seeing for our forecast. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2191 - Looking at Fields from a Drone...Helping Have Healthy Animals
05/28/2026
2191 - Looking at Fields from a Drone...Helping Have Healthy Animals
Crop Scouting with Drones Summer Reminders from a Veterinarian Warm-Season Vegetables 00:01:05 – Crop Scouting with Drones: The show starts with Deepak Joshi, K-State agriculture precision specialist, as he explains how drones can be used for scouting crop fields and what he is currently evaluating. 00:12:05 – Summer Reminders from a Veterinarian: Justin Smith, Kansas animal health commissioner, keeps today's show going as he discusses paperwork and testing for transporting animals, biosecurity reminders and an upcoming event that brings a unique perspective to livestock health. 00:23:05 – Warm-Season Vegetables: K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, ends the show providing tips for selecting and planting warm-season vegetables. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2190 - Programs at FSA for Drought and Disaster...Getting Cattle Enough Mineral
05/27/2026
2190 - Programs at FSA for Drought and Disaster...Getting Cattle Enough Mineral
Farm Service Agency Reporting Mineral Considerations for Cattle Cattle Risk Management 00:01:05 – Farm Service Agency Reporting: David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, starts off the show chatting about reporting producers can get done in the offices and what programs are available for drought and disasters. 00:12:05 – Mineral Considerations for Cattle: K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, Jason Warner, continues today's show as he explains the important factors of mineral for cattle and what sometimes gets forgotten by producers. 00:23:05 – Cattle Risk Management: Ending the show is part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson, Dustin Pendell and Phillip Lancaster discussing risk management options for cattle operations. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2189 - Cattle Trade and Weather...Chinch Bugs Concerns
05/26/2026
2189 - Cattle Trade and Weather...Chinch Bugs Concerns
Cattle Port Facilities and Trade Chinch Bugs in Kansas Dairy Checkoff Program 00:01:05 – Cattle Port Facilities and Trade: Beginning the show is a cattle market update from Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University livestock economist, discussing his recent visit to New Mexico, what their port facilities for cattle look like and trade with other countries. 00:12:05 – Chinch Bugs in Kansas: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show rolling as he chats about chinch bugs and what crops he is concerned about because of the pest. 00:23:05 – Dairy Checkoff Program: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show explaining how the mandatory, USDA-supervised Dairy Checkoff Program benefits Kansas dairy producers and consumers. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2188 - Grain Trade Deal...Understanding the Past Week of Weather
05/22/2026
2188 - Grain Trade Deal...Understanding the Past Week of Weather
Deals and Movement in the Grain Market A Look into the Weather Variety in Kansas Focus on Feedlot Data 00:01:05 – Deals and Movement in the Grain Market: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off the show as he talks about movement in futures and cash, more data from the WASDE report and the U.S. and China trade deal. 00:12:05 – A Look into the Weather Variety in Kansas: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond continues the show as he discusses the large differences in the weather for the past week and what we can be expecting for the unofficial start of summer. 00:23:05 – Focus on Feedlot Data: Wrapping up the show is K-State Extension beef cattle specialist Justin Waggoner as he reviews the Focus on Feedlot data and what it shows for the cattle industry. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2187 - Considerations for Sorghum Planting...Early Weaning for Drought Management
05/21/2026
2187 - Considerations for Sorghum Planting...Early Weaning for Drought Management
Factors for Sorghum Planting Conditions Early Weaning for Calves Looking for Bagworms 00:01:05 – Factors for Sorghum Planting Conditions: A conversation about grain sorghum planting considerations with Lucas Haag, agronomist in-charge at Tribune, and Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, begins today's show. 00:12:05 – Early Weaning for Calves: Justin Waggoner, K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, keeps the show rolling as he talks about why early weaning could be an option for cattle producer's drought management plan. 00:23:05 – Looking for Bagworms: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, as he recommends those with conifers start scouting for early signs of bagworms on trees and shrubs. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2186 - Did the Court Decision Go To Far?...Clean Fields for Sorghum
05/20/2026
2186 - Did the Court Decision Go To Far?...Clean Fields for Sorghum
Joint Tenancy Case in Kansas Preplant Herbicides for Grain Sorghum Economic Cow Size 00:01:05 – Joint Tenancy Case in Kansas: Starting off the show is K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen as he chats about a recent case in Kansas that involves joint tenancy and if he thinks the court went to far. 00:12:05 – Preplant Herbicides for Grain Sorghum: K-State weed scientist Jeremie Kouame keeps the show rolling as he discusses pre-plant herbicide options for grain sorghum and what other tools might be available for weed control. 00:23:05 – Economic Cow Size: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and Phillip Lancaster ends the show as the share their thoughts on the financials for cow size and herd size. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2185 - Wildlife Trapping Options...Noxious Weed List
05/19/2026
2185 - Wildlife Trapping Options...Noxious Weed List
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Trapping Wildlife Noxious Weeds in Kansas Kansas All Breeds Junior Dairy Show 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Trapping Wildlife: K-State's Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken start off today's show with part of their Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast where they chat about trapping and how fur is used on certain wildlife. 00:12:05 – Noxious Weeds in Kansas: The show continues with Jeff Vogel, manager of the plant protection and weed control program, as he discusses what makes a weed a noxious weed and what changes have been made to the list for Kansas. 00:23:05 – Kansas All Breeds Junior Dairy Show: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show previewing the 61st annual Kansas All Breeds Junior Dairy Show that takes place at the Saline County Livestock and Exposition Center from June 18-20. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2184 - Beef Market and Drought Conditions...Brush Management
05/18/2026
2184 - Beef Market and Drought Conditions...Brush Management
Beef Demand and Hay Stocks Kansas Brush Species Control Faces in Agriculture: Barb Downey 00:01:05 – Beef Demand and Hay Stocks: Beginning the show is Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, as he talks about beef and pork demand as well as drought and hay conditions. 00:12:05 – Kansas Brush Species Control: Molly Reichenborn, K-State Extension rangeland management specialist, continues today's show discussing roughleaf dogwood, buckbrush and smooth sumac and how they can be managed. 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Barb Downey: A segment of Faces in Agriculture with Barb Downey from Wabaunsee County ends the show as she explains her involvement in agriculture and the value of succession planning. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2183 - Market Changes from USDA Reports...Water Infrastructure for Rural Kansas
05/15/2026
2183 - Market Changes from USDA Reports...Water Infrastructure for Rural Kansas
USDA Crop Production Estimates Rural Development in Kansas Fire and Flooding Concerns 00:01:05 – USDA Crop Production Estimates: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, begins today's show talking about what production estimates have come out for crops as well as continued volatility in the grain market. 00:12:05 – Rural Development in Kansas: The show continues with Gimmie Jo Jansonius, USDA Rural Development state director of Kansas, discussing rural development in Kansas and a recent grant for rural water infrastructure. Gimmie Jo Jansonius - and 785-271-2700 00:23:05 – Fire and Flooding Concerns: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, concludes the show explaining how parts of Kansas have fire concerns and other parts might need to prepare for flooding. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2182 - Factors that Contributed to 2025 Farm Income...Farm Income Around the State
05/14/2026
2182 - Factors that Contributed to 2025 Farm Income...Farm Income Around the State
2025 Kansas Net Farm Income 2025 Net Farm Income for KFMA Regions Container Gardening 00:01:05 – 2025 Kansas Net Farm Income: Mark Dikeman, Kansas Farm Management Association executive director, kicks off the show as he reviews the 2025 agricultural economy for Kansas by discussing the biggest factors of net farm income. 00:12:05 – 2025 Net Farm Income for KFMA Regions: Kansas Farm Management Association economists Glenn Conover, Katelyn Reiff, Cole Mushrush, Dillon Rapp, Jonie James and Andrea Seaton keep the show rolling as they break down what they saw for farm income in their regions. 00:23:05 – Container Gardening: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert Matt McKernan saying using quality potting mix, ensuring adequate drainage and choosing the right container are the keys to successful container gardening. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2181 - CRP and Forage Programs...Tour of Kansas Wheat
05/13/2026
2181 - CRP and Forage Programs...Tour of Kansas Wheat
FSA Communication from the County to D.C. 2026 Kansas Wheat Tour Diarrhea in Calves 00:01:05 – FSA Communication from the County to D.C.: The show starts off with David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he explains grassland CRP, livestock forage program and how communication happens between counties and the Capitol. 00:12:05 – 2026 Kansas Wheat Tour: Romulo Lollato, K-State professor in agronomy and wheat production specialist, continues the show sharing insight from the 2026 Kansas Wheat Tour that is happening this week across Kansas. 00:23:05 – Diarrhea in Calves: Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and Scott Fritz with the Beef Cattle Institute end the show with part of their Cattle Chat podcast where they discuss causes of diarrhea in calves. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2180 - Grilling to Celebrate Beef Month...Clothes for the Hot Summer
05/12/2026
2180 - Grilling to Celebrate Beef Month...Clothes for the Hot Summer
Beef Food Safety and Grilling Picking Clothes to Help Stay Cool Controlling Stable Flies for Dairy Cows 00:01:05 – Beef Food Safety and Grilling: Today's show begins with K-State meat science Extension specialist Erin Beyer as she discusses basic food safety practices to keep in mind this summer along with what cuts of meat may be best to throw on the grill this season. 00:12:05 – Picking Clothes to Help Stay Cool: Kelsie Doty, assistant professor in fashion studies, joins the show as she explains what fabrics and clothes producers should consider to help stay maybe a touch cooler in the summer heat. 00:23:05 – Controlling Stable Flies for Dairy Cows: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show as he encourages producers to take action now to reduce stable flies on the dairy and minimize revenue loss. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2179 - Concerns in the Cattle Market...Controlling Volunteer Corn and Gramoxone
05/11/2026
2179 - Concerns in the Cattle Market...Controlling Volunteer Corn and Gramoxone
Speculation in the Cattle Market Volunteer Corn and Herbicide Discontinuation Pollinator Strips 00:01:05 – Speculation in the Cattle Market: The show begins with a cattle market update from Elliott Dennis, University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, as he discusses fed cattle, packers, retail and labor concerns. 00:12:05 – Volunteer Corn and Herbicide Discontinuation: K-State weed specialist, Sarah Ganske, continues today's show as she explains controlling volunteer corn and the discontinuation of a herbicide for growers. 00:23:05 – Pollinator Strips: Joe Gerken, K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, ends today's show as he talks about pollinator strips and what they provide for the land and wildlife. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2178 - What Crops are Planted...Fields Getting Too Much Rain
05/08/2026
2178 - What Crops are Planted...Fields Getting Too Much Rain
Events and Factors in the Grain Market Wet Planting and Crop Conditions Kansas Weather Forecast 00:01:05 – Events and Factors in the Grain Market: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, starts off the show with his grain market update as he explains how growers might be seeing the positive side of uncertainty in the market. 00:12:05 – Wet Planting and Crop Conditions: Tina Sullivan, K-State Extension agronomist, keeps the show rolling as she details how the wet conditions in parts of the state could be impacting corn and soybean production. 00:23:05 – Kansas Weather Forecast: Wrapping up the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond as he notes the recent cool and wet conditions and what is in the forecast. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2177 - Going to Veterinary School at K-State...Coming Back to be the Dean
05/07/2026
2177 - Going to Veterinary School at K-State...Coming Back to be the Dean
K-State Veterinary Medicine 2026 Alumni Fellow: Ralph Richardson, Part 1 K-State Veterinary Medicine 2026 Alumni Fellow: Ralph Richardson, Part 2 Common Pests: Sawfly, Tick and Bagworm 00:01:05 – K-State Veterinary Medicine 2026 Alumni Fellow: Ralph Richardson, Part 1: Today's show starts with Ralph Richardson, 2026 K-State Alumni Fellow for the College of Veterinary Medicine, as we learn about his career and path in the industry. 00:12:05 – K-State Veterinary Medicine 2026 Alumni Fellow: Ralph Richardson, Part 2: Ralph Richardson also continues the show as he explains how he found his way back to Kansas State University as the Dean of the K-State's College of Veterinary Medicine. 00:23:05 – Common Pests: Sawfly, Tick and Bagworm: K-State horticultural entomologist, Raymond Cloyd, ends today's show with information on the brown headed ash sawfly, a common pest of ash trees in May and June, ticks and bagworms. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2176 - Understanding Agricultural Experts in Cases...Farm Safety for Kids
05/06/2026
2176 - Understanding Agricultural Experts in Cases...Farm Safety for Kids
Experts in Agricultural Cases Staying Safe on the Farm Once School is Out Making Timing Decisions for Working Calves 00:01:05 – Experts in Agricultural Cases: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, kicks off the show as he explains a recent case that reminds people of what can make a person an expert, especially in agriculture. 00:12:05 – Staying Safe on the Farm Once School is Out: Program manager for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Health Program at K-State Tawnie Larson continues today's show discussing safety reminders for various categories of children. 00:23:05 – Making Timing Decisions for Working Calves: Concluding the show is part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast where Brad White, Bob Larson and Scott Fritz chat about the timing for working calves. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2175 - Deterring Birds with Lasers...E15 for Farmers and Customers
05/05/2026
2175 - Deterring Birds with Lasers...E15 for Farmers and Customers
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Heron Deterrents Higher Ethanol Gas Blends Whey Expanding the Dairy Market 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Heron Deterrents: Beginning today's show is part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode as Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken chat with graduate student, Grace Lansdell, about her project on deterrents for herons. 00:12:05 – Higher Ethanol Gas Blends: Kansas Corn CEO, Josh Roe, keeps the show rolling as he explains the recent decision made in Kansas that involves higher ethanol fuel blends and the potential impact on farmers and customers. 00:23:05 – Whey Expanding the Dairy Market: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends today's show discussing how Kansas dairy producers can benefit from the expanding market of protein powder produced from whey. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2174 - Cattle Market Cash and Contracts...Concerns for Kansas Wheat
05/04/2026
2174 - Cattle Market Cash and Contracts...Concerns for Kansas Wheat
Strong Cattle Market Kansas Wheat Conditions, Part 1 Kansas Wheat Conditions, Part 2 00:01:05 – Strong Cattle Market: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, begins today's show as he highlights the strong cattle market and if there have been changes to the Meat Demand Monitor. 00:12:05 – Kansas Wheat Conditions, Part 1: The show continues with Kelsey Andersen Onofre, K-State wheat pathologist, and Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, as they discuss the current state of the wheat crop and what issues growers are currently facing. 00:23:05 – Kansas Wheat Conditions, Part 2: Kelsey and Romulo wrap up the show as they say what they hope to see for the crop and what learning opportunity is upcoming. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2173 - Grain Market Volatility...Will we Have a New Farm Bill?
05/01/2026
2173 - Grain Market Volatility...Will we Have a New Farm Bill?
Transportation and Weather Impacts on the Grain Market Flinchbaugh Center: Farm Bill Factors Precipitation in Kansas 00:01:05 – Transportation and Weather Impacts on the Grain Market: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, starts the show with a volatile grain market update. He explains what factors are contributing to the changes. 00:12:05 – Flinchbaugh Center: Farm Bill Factors: Part of the Clearing the Air podcast with K-State's Jenny Ifft and Eric Atkinson along with Brad Lubben and Mark Edelman as well as special guest Tara Smith continues the show as they chat about the Farm Bill and what they are currently seeing for it. 00:23:05 – Precipitation in Kansas: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends today's show as he discusses the recent precipitation and the lack of it in the forecast. 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University 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 statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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