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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1902 - Emergency Commodity Assistance Program...Prescribed Fire Plan
04/02/2025
1902 - Emergency Commodity Assistance Program...Prescribed Fire Plan
FSA's ECAP and Corn Gromwell Preparing for a Prescribed Burn Artificial Insemination or Embryo Transfer 00:01:05 – FSA's ECAP and Corn Gromwell: Starting today’s show is Kansas Farm Service Agency agricultural program specialist, Emily Evans, as she explains details of the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program. We are also joined by K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster as she discusses corn gromwell. 00:12:05 – Preparing for a Prescribed Burn: Luke Berning, Kansas Forest Service fuels specialist, continues the show by reminding people about burn plan factors when it comes to prescribed fire. 00:23:05 – Artificial Insemination or Embryo Transfer: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Bob Larson and Brian Lubbers wrap the show with part of their Cattle Chat episode. They converse about breeding options for integrating registered cattle into a commercial herd. 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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1901 - Squirrels in Kansas...Do We Control the Weather?
04/01/2025
1901 - Squirrels in Kansas...Do We Control the Weather?
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Tree Squirrels Is it a Weather Myth or Fact? Keeping Up with Biosecurity 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Tree Squirrels: Beginning today’s show is part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode by Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken at K-State. They talk about squirrels, what they can get into and how people can help exclude them from areas. 00:12:05 – Is it a Weather Myth or Fact?: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, continues the show with a segment discussing weather myths and if there is any truth to them. 00:23:05 – Keeping Up with Biosecurity: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends today’s show providing an update on HPAI in dairy cattle and he reminds producers to remain vigilant in their biosecurity measures to control spread and impact on 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 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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1900 - Strong Cattle Market, Less Seasonality...Seeding Rates for Corn
03/31/2025
1900 - Strong Cattle Market, Less Seasonality...Seeding Rates for Corn
Cattle Market Update for the U.S. and Mexico Corn Seeding Rate Factors Cover Crop Survey 00:01:05 – Cattle Market Update for the U.S. and Mexico: A cattle market update with Oklahoma State University livestock economist, Derrell Peel, begins today's show. Derrell discusses the market and also gives a recap from his recent travels to Mexico and how their cattle market is doing. 00:12:05 – Corn Seeding Rate Factors: Keeping the show rolling are K-State Extension agronomists Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon as they explain optimal corn seeding rates and factors for people to consider before their planters hit the fields. 00:23:05 – Cover Crop Survey: Jena Schwartze, graduate research assistant in K-State's department of agronomy, ends the show talking about a cover crop survey she is asking growers to take the time complete. 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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1899 - Upcoming Grain Market Reports...Soybean Quality for Swine
03/28/2025
1899 - Upcoming Grain Market Reports...Soybean Quality for Swine
Grain Report Expectations Soybean Meal and Pig Performance Weather Rollercoaster 00:01:05 – Grain Report Expectations: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, gets the show rolling with a grain market outlook. He talks through pre-report expectations for the prospective planting and grains stock reports. 00:12:05 – Soybean Meal and Pig Performance: The show continues with K-State assistant research professor in swine nutrition Katelyn Gaffield as she discusses soybean products in the swine industry through research supported by the United Soybean Board. She explains if differences in soybean meal quality impacts pig growth performance. 00:23:05 – Weather Rollercoaster: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, ends the show with a weather forecast. He says what weather rollercoaster we will likely experience in the coming week. 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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1898 - Old World Bluestem Issues...Estimating Bull Fertility Traits
03/27/2025
1898 - Old World Bluestem Issues...Estimating Bull Fertility Traits
Old World Bluestem, History and Opinions Old World Bluestem and Bull Fertility Traits Getting The Onions and Potatoes Planted 00:01:05 – Old World Bluestem, History and Opinions: Beginning today’s show is the Kling L Anderson lecturer Karen Hickman who is the director of Oklahoma State University’s environmental science program, to discuss Old World Bluestem. Karen explains the history of the grass and how the opinion of it has changed. 00:12:05 – Old World Bluestem and Bull Fertility Traits: Karen continues the show and her conversation about Old World Bluestem. We are then joined by Danielle Stock a PhD student in K-State’s animal sciences and industry department as she talks about bull fertility trait estimates. 00:23:05 – Getting The Onions and Potatoes Planted: K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for the Post Rock District, Cassie Thiessen, ends today’s show saying if gardeners want to grow onions or potatoes this spring they need to get them planted as soon as possible. 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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1897 - Income Tax Basis for Farmers and Ranchers...Rate Announcements from FOMC
03/26/2025
1897 - Income Tax Basis for Farmers and Ranchers...Rate Announcements from FOMC
Law and Tax Considerations for Agriculture Federal Open Market Committee Announcement Bulls Versus Cows Body Condition Scoring 00:01:05 – Law and Tax Considerations for Agriculture: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts the show as he talks about potential issues for farmers and ranchers involving trade or business activity, basis, like-kind exchanges and croppers. 00:12:05 – Federal Open Market Committee Announcement: K-State’s Brady Brewer and Brian Briggeman keep the show moving as they discuss the Federal Open Market Committee rate announcement. The pair breaks down what it means, what other factors could be at play and its impact to agriculture. 00:23:05 – Bulls Versus Cows Body Condition Scoring: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Brian Lubbers and Phillip Lancaster conclude the show with part of their Cattle Chat podcast. They converse about body condition scores for bulls versus cows. 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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1896 - Livestock Composting...Operating ATV and UTVs Safely
03/25/2025
1896 - Livestock Composting...Operating ATV and UTVs Safely
Composting Dead Livestock ATV and UTV Safety Kansas Milk Production Ranked 00:01:05 – Composting Dead Livestock: Beginning today’s show is K-State livestock specialist, Joel DeRouchey, and K-State watershed specialist, Ron Graber, as they explain a recent publication on composting livestock mortalities. 00:12:05 – ATV and UTV Safety: Tawnie Larson, project manager for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Health program at K-State, continues today’s show discussing ATV and UTV safety. She reminds listeners of important safety measures. 00:23:05 – Kansas Milk Production Ranked: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show by saying Kansas remained 17th in the nation in milk production and ranked 16th in production per cow. However, according to the Federal Milk Marketing Order milk production in 2024 was down compared to 2023. 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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1895 - Cattle Market Prices...Mineral Supplementation
03/24/2025
1895 - Cattle Market Prices...Mineral Supplementation
Cattle Market and Meat Demand Cattle Mineral Management Time to Start Seeing Snakes 00:01:05 – Cattle Market and Meat Demand: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, starts the show with a cattle market outlook. He covers the market, cattle on feed, feedlot returns and the meat demand monitor. 00:12:05 – Cattle Mineral Management: Keeping the show moving is K-State cow-calf Extension specialist Jason Warner discussing cattle herd supplementation and management of minerals. 00:23:05 – Time to Start Seeing Snakes: A conversation about snakes with K-State wildlife specialist, Drew Ricketts, ends the show. He describes identifiers of poisonous snakes and how people can help manage 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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1894 - Grain Market Outlook...Corn Herbicides
03/21/2025
1894 - Grain Market Outlook...Corn Herbicides
A Look at the Grain Market Residual Herbicides for Corn Seasons of the Weather in One Week 00:01:05 – A Look at the Grain Market: A grain market update with K-State grain economist Dan O’Brien kicks off today’s show. He provides a big picture view of the market while also talking about corn, wheat, soybeans and grain sorghum. 00:12:05 – Residual Herbicides for Corn: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, continues the show as she discusses residual herbicides for corn and also shares about potential programs to use. 00:23:05 – Seasons of the Weather in One Week: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond wraps today’s show as he explains all of the weather Kansas has seen in the past week and if we will experience it in the coming week. 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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1893 - Ticks in Kansas...Brown Recluse Spiders are Waking Up
03/20/2025
1893 - Ticks in Kansas...Brown Recluse Spiders are Waking Up
Ticks are Out in Kansas Alfalfa Pests and Brown Recluse Spiders Preventing Crabgrass 00:01:05 – Ticks are Out in Kansas: Ticks are starting to come out in Kansas so K-State veterinary entomologist Cassandra Olds starts the show to remind us of the different types of ticks and how people should handle them. 00:12:05 – Alfalfa Pests and Brown Recluse Spiders: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, keeps today’s show moving as he mentions what pests growers will find in alfalfa. He also says how brown recluse spiders are something that people could start seeing. 00:23:05 – Preventing Crabgrass: Concluding the show is K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, as he discusses the options to prevent crabgrass in cool-season lawns. 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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1892 - FSA Loans...Wheat Pests
03/19/2025
1892 - FSA Loans...Wheat Pests
Farm Service Agency Loan Programs Beginning Wheat Crop Pests Dystocia in Cattle 00:01:05 – Farm Service Agency Loan Programs: Beginning today’s show is Marissa Kepley, Kansas Farm Service Agency farm loan specialist, as she shares an update from the FSA. She pays special attention to the farm loan programs they offer. 00:12:05 – Beginning Wheat Crop Pests: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show moving as he discusses what pests growers could be finding in their wheat crop. He explains winter grain mites and army cutworms. 00:23:05 – Dystocia in Cattle: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Phillip Lancaster and Brian Lubbers ends today’s show as they converse about what could be causing heifers calving issues. 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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1891 - Learning About Bluegill...Topdressing with Nitrogen
03/18/2025
1891 - Learning About Bluegill...Topdressing with Nitrogen
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Bluegill in Kansas Nitrogen Topdressing for Wheat Lameness in the Dairy Herd 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Bluegill in Kansas: Part of another Fins, Fur and Feathers episode from Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken at K-State kicks off today’s show. The pair converses about bluegill and how they contribute to ponds. 00:12:05 – Nitrogen Topdressing for Wheat: Dorivar Ruiz Diaz, K-State soil fertility specialist, continues the show as he discusses fertilization for the wheat crop. He talks about the different nutrients growers should consider and focuses on nitrogen. 00:23:05 – Lameness in the Dairy Herd: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he recommends producers start using footbaths again and contact their hoof trimmer as some may start seeing lameness in their herd. He says maintaining a trimming schedule can decrease lameness and increase milk production. 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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1890 - Cattle Market Outlook...Wheat Herbicide Application
03/17/2025
1890 - Cattle Market Outlook...Wheat Herbicide Application
Cattle and Retail Prices Putting Herbicides on Wheat Pasture and Irrigated Surveys 00:01:05 – Cattle and Retail Prices: Beginning today’s show is a cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center. He talks about current prices, the consumer price index and retail prices for beef and eggs. 00:12:05 – Putting Herbicides on Wheat: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, keeps the show rolling as she discusses how herbicides need to be sprayed at the appropriate time for what stage the wheat is at. 00:23:05 – Pasture and Irrigated Surveys: K-State’s Leah Tsoodle, director of the Land Use Survey office, concludes the show as she explains two surveys for people to take related to bluestem pasture and irrigated farm lease arrangement. 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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1889 - Grain Market Balances...Hot, Dry and Windy in Kansas
03/14/2025
1889 - Grain Market Balances...Hot, Dry and Windy in Kansas
Supply and Demand of the Grain Market, Part 1 Supply and Demand of the Grain Market, Part 2 High Fire Weather Concerns 00:01:05 – Supply and Demand of the Grain Market, Part 1: A grain market update from Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, kickstart today’s show. In two segments, they discuss corn, grain sorghum, soybeans and wheat as well as the macroeconomic topics of freight and the U.S. dollar. 00:12:05 – Supply and Demand of the Grain Market, Part 2: In the second segment, Dan and Guy continue their grain market conversation. 00:23:05 – High Fire Weather Concerns: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond as he says how recent and forecasted weather is creating greater fire concerns. 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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1888 - HPAI Still in Kansas...Fly Control
03/13/2025
1888 - HPAI Still in Kansas...Fly Control
Update on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Controlling Flies on Cattle Operations Planting in March 00:01:05 – Update on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza: Starting today’s show is Justin Smith, Kansas animal health commissioner, as he talks about the current state of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Kansas and the U.S. 00:12:05 – Controlling Flies on Cattle Operations: Cassandra Olds, K-State veterinary entomologist, keeps the show moving as she discusses how cattle producers can hopefully get flies under control in 2025. 00:23:05 – Planting in March: K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, wraps today’s show as he looks at some of the cool-season crops that can be planted in March. 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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1887 - Discharging of Pollutants in Water...Can Farms Pay Back Debt?
03/12/2025
1887 - Discharging of Pollutants in Water...Can Farms Pay Back Debt?
Agriculture's Return Flow Exemption Debt Repayment Capacity Cattle Inventory 00:01:05 – Agriculture's Return Flow Exemption: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins the show as he discusses a part of the Clean Water Act. He talks about how agricultural irrigation has a return flow exemption. 00:12:05 – Debt Repayment Capacity: K-State’s Jenny Ifft and Joe Parcell keep today’s show rolling as they explain the debt repayment capacity for U.S. crop businesses. They explain major contributors and what they are watching. 00:23:05 – Cattle Inventory: Ending the show is Brad White, Bob Larson, Dustin Pendell, Brian Lubbers and Phillip Lancaster with special guest Juliana Ranches as they converse about figures from the cattle inventory report on part of a Cattle Chat episode. 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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1886 - Genetic Modification, Engineering and Editing...Hopefully Increasing Milk Consumption
03/11/2025
1886 - Genetic Modification, Engineering and Editing...Hopefully Increasing Milk Consumption
Gene Editing in Agriculture, Part 1 Gene Editing in Agriculture, Part 2 New Dairy Product 00:01:05 – Gene Editing in Agriculture, Part 1: Starting today’s show is Alison Van Eenennaam, a U.C. Davis professor of cooperative extension who was a speaker at K-State Cattlemen’s Day. Alison talks about genetic modification, genetic engineering and gene editing and what has been done so far in the industry and where we could be going. 00:12:05 – Gene Editing in Agriculture, Part 2: Alison continues the show with her conversation about genetic modification, genetic engineering and gene editing in her second segment. 00:23:05 – New Dairy Product: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show looking at a new product from Dairy Farmers of America that contains less sugar than regular milk and 9 grams of crude protein. The goal is to increase consumption of fluid milk and offer a healthy alternative to plant-based beverages. 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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1885 - Cattle Prices...Agriculture Worker Safety
03/10/2025
1885 - Cattle Prices...Agriculture Worker Safety
Cattle Market Risk and Consumer Debt Safety Training for Agriculture Vernal Ponds and Salamanders 00:01:05 – Cattle Market Risk and Consumer Debt: A cattle market update with University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, Elliott Dennis, begins today's show as he discusses the current market, trade, consumer confidence and debt. 00:12:05 – Safety Training for Agriculture: Justin Waggoner, K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, keeps the show moving as he explains the duty of safety agriculture employers have for their business. He also talks about an upcoming 30 hour OSHA training. 00:23:05 – Vernal Ponds and Salamanders: Concluding the show is K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, Joe Gerken, as he shares what vernal ponds are and what they provide to livestock 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 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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1884 - Grain Market Projections...Conversations at Work
03/07/2025
1884 - Grain Market Projections...Conversations at Work
Grain Market Volatility Workplace Communication Kansas Weather Being Kansas Weather 00:01:05 – Grain Market Volatility: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, kickstarts today’s show with his grain market outlook where he touches on the markets recent volatility and WASDE report expectations. 00:12:05 – Workplace Communication: K-State Extension beef cattle specialist Justin Waggoner keeps the show rolling as he talks about the value of communication in the workplace and shares a few reminders about good communication with listeners. 00:23:05 – Kansas Weather Being Kansas Weather: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond as he explains how Kansas has experienced a wide variety of weather in the past week and if it can be expected again. 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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1883 - Precision Ag Specialist...Horse Judging
03/06/2025
1883 - Precision Ag Specialist...Horse Judging
Precision Agriculture in Kansas Kansas 4-H Horse Judging Contest At Home Prairie 00:01:05 – Precision Agriculture in Kansas: Beginning today’s show is K-State precision agriculture specialist Deepak Joshi as he explains his work with precision agriculture and what he is excited to work on for farmers and ranchers. 785-532-2273 00:12:05 – Kansas 4-H Horse Judging Contest: Kelsey Nordyke, Kansas 4-H ag sciences program specialist, keeps the show rolling as she highlights the winners from the Kansas 4-H Horse Panorama and where people can compete in a horse judging contest. 785-273-5225 00:23:05 – At Home Prairie: Johnson County natural resources Extension agent, Amy Keigher, end the show as she discusses how to create a thriving prairie habitat at home. 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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1882 - Crop Rotation Research...Bull Condition Fertility
03/05/2025
1882 - Crop Rotation Research...Bull Condition Fertility
Crop Rotation Profitability Research, Part 1 Crop Rotation Profitability Research, Part 2 and FSA Dairy Margin Coverage Appropriate Bull Condition 00:01:05 – Crop Rotation Profitability Research, Part 1: K-State agronomist Kraig Roozeboom and agricultural economics professor Beth Yeager kick off today’s show as they explain research that looks into cover crops, double-crop soybeans and nitrogen in crop rotations to see how it impacts soil and profitability. 00:12:05 – Crop Rotation Profitability Research, Part 2 and FSA Dairy Margin Coverage: After a little more from Kraig and Beth, Kansas Farm Service Agency agricultural program specialist, Allison Womack, keeps the show rolling as she reminds listeners of deadlines and dairy margin coverage. 00:23:05 – Appropriate Bull Condition: The show concludes with K-State’s Brad White and special guest Pedro Fontes discussing the effects of over-conditioning bulls on fertility as part of the Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast. 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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1881 - Issues with Starlings...Chapter 12 Bankruptcies
03/04/2025
1881 - Issues with Starlings...Chapter 12 Bankruptcies
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Starlings Farm Bankruptcies in 2024 Reducing Greenhouse Gasses for Dairy 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Starlings: Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken begin today’s show with part of their Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast. This week they discuss starlings and the issues they can create in agriculture and how they can be managed. 00:12:05 – Farm Bankruptcies in 2024: Continuing the show is American Farm Bureau Federation associate economist, Samantha Ayoub, as she talks about Chapter 12 farm bankruptcies and how the numbers looked last year, while comparing them to previous years. 00:23:05 – Reducing Greenhouse Gasses for Dairy: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show with recent research on how small-to-medium sized dairies can lower greenhouse gas emissions. 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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1880 - Cattle Market and Demand...FFA Week
03/03/2025
1880 - Cattle Market and Demand...FFA Week
Cattle Prices and Returns Recap of National FFA Week Faces in Agriculture: Ellie Bowman 00:01:05 – Cattle Prices and Returns: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, kicks off the show with a cattle market outlook. He talks about feedlot returns and meat demand for beef, pork and chicken. 00:12:05 – Recap of National FFA Week: Continuing the show is Jory Ratzlaff, Kansas FFA president, and Natalee Bray, Kansas FFA sentinel, as they recap what they did for National FFA week and what a few of their favorite activities were. 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Ellie Bowman: A segment of Faces in Agriculture with Ellie Bowman from Edwards County concludes today’s show. Ellie talks about owning Prickly Pear Farm and Home and what it has been like being in her rural community. 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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1879 - Grain Market Movements...Snow, Rain and Drought
02/28/2025
1879 - Grain Market Movements...Snow, Rain and Drought
Grain Market Comments from D.C., Part 1 Grain Market Comments from D.C., Part 2 Rollercoaster of Temperatures 00:01:05 – Grain Market Comments from D.C., Part 1: K-State grain economist Dan O'Brien and the senior economist at the IGP Institute Guy Allen begin today's show with a grain market outlook as they share numbers and comments from the 101st Outlook Forum. They discuss the domestic and international market for corn and soybeans in their first segment. 00:12:05 – Grain Market Comments from D.C., Part 2: Dan and Guy continue the show and their conversation about wheat and grain sorghum. 00:23:05 – Rollercoaster of Temperatures: Ending today's show is Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, with a weather forecast. He says what people can expect in the coming weeks and if he thinks we will have a wet or dry spring. 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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1878 - Voluntary Beef Cattle Learning...Irrigation Water
02/27/2025
1878 - Voluntary Beef Cattle Learning...Irrigation Water
Beef Quality Assurance Program Effective Irrigation Water Use Vermicomposting Care 00:01:05 – Beef Quality Assurance Program: A.J. Tarpoff, K-State Extension beef veterinarian, starts off today's show explaining the benefit of the Beef Quality Assurance program for producers, beef cattle and consumers. He has upcoming training that he also highlights for listeners. 785-273-5225 00:12:05 – Effective Irrigation Water Use: The show continues with part of a Crop Talk webinar with Jonathan Aguilar, K-State water resource engineer, with his presentation on getting the most out of irrigation water. 00:23:05 – Vermicomposting Care: K-State horticulture Extension specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends today's show providing additional information on vermicomposting. This week she covers what to feed the worms and how to maintain the worm bin. 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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1877 - Ag Law and Tax in 2024...Rural Fire Departments and Firefighters
02/26/2025
1877 - Ag Law and Tax in 2024...Rural Fire Departments and Firefighters
The Start of Roger's Top 10 in 2024 Programs for Rural Fire Departments Bulls for Replacement Heifers 00:01:05 – The Start of Roger's Top 10 in 2024: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins today’s show as he talks through a few of the topics that made his top 10 list for agricultural law and taxation in 2024. 00:12:05 – Programs for Rural Fire Departments: Continuing the show is Kansas Forest Service’s Eric Ward as he discusses a cost share program that is administered by the Kansas Forest Service while also highlighting the impact of volunteer firefighters. 00:23:05 – Bulls for Replacement Heifers: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White ends the show with special guest Bob Weaber as they talk about selecting bulls for replacement heifers and certain things to pay attention to. 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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1876 - Which Pests will be First...Wheat Conditions
02/25/2025
1876 - Which Pests will be First...Wheat Conditions
Did the Cold Impact Insect Populations? How Kansas Wheat is Doing 2024 Milk Marketing Data 00:01:05 – Did the Cold Impact Insect Populations?: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, begins today’s show as he explains if the recent cold temperatures will impact insect activity. He also states what pests Kansas growers will likely see first. 00:12:05 – How Kansas Wheat is Doing: K-State wheat production specialist, Romulo Lollato, keeps the show rolling as he discusses how the wheat crop faired in the weather and where people can learn more information. 00:23:05 – 2024 Milk Marketing Data: Ending today’s show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk looking at some of the findings from the 2024 data collected by the Central Milk Marketing Order and how it compares to 2023. 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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1875 - Cattle Market Numbers...Grain Sorghum in 2024
02/24/2025
1875 - Cattle Market Numbers...Grain Sorghum in 2024
Correction in the Cattle Market Grain Sorghum Performance Test Dogs Detecting Insects 00:01:05 – Correction in the Cattle Market: Kicking off today’s show is Oklahoma State University livestock economist Derrell Peel with a cattle market outlook. He discusses the recent Cattle on Feed report and how numbers are looking for feedlots and cow-calf producers. 00:12:05 – Grain Sorghum Performance Test: Jane Lingenfelser, K-State crop performance test coordinator, keeps the show rolling as she breaks down grain sorghum’s performance in the 2024 season. 00:23:05 – Dogs Detecting Insects: K-State wildlife specialist, Drew Ricketts, ends the show discussing conservation K-9s and how they can help detect the spotted lanternfly. 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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1874 - Grain Market Price Closes...Legacy Sale
02/21/2025
1874 - Grain Market Price Closes...Legacy Sale
Grain Market Prices and Transportation Costs K-State Legacy Bull and Female Sale Finally, Warmer Weather Forecasted 00:01:05 – Grain Market Prices and Transportation Costs: A grain market update from K-State grain economist Dan O’Brien kickstarts today’s show as he discusses the futures market and how transportation costs are impacting prices. 00:12:05 – K-State Legacy Bull and Female Sale: Keeping the show rolling is K-State’s Shane Werk and Chris Mullinix as they talk about the upcoming K-State Legacy Bull and Female Sale. They share what cattle they are excited about for the day. 00:23:05 – Finally, Warmer Weather Forecasted: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, concludes the show as he says how Kansas faired this past week and if we are likely going to see a repeat. 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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1873 - Regenerative Agriculture and Profits...Agricultural Tech Conference
02/20/2025
1873 - Regenerative Agriculture and Profits...Agricultural Tech Conference
KFMA: Conservation Practices and Farm Profitability Agriculture Technologies Conference Vermicomposting for the Garden 00:01:05 – KFMA: Conservation Practices and Farm Profitability: Chelsea Plummer with the Kansas Farm Management Association kicks off today’s show with part of their podcast where she talked with K-State’s Jenny Ifft and Delide Joseph about their research on conversation practices and farm profitability. 00:12:05 – Agriculture Technologies Conference: Keeping the show rolling is Luke Byers, John West and Darren Hofmann as they converse about the Kansas Agricultural Technologies Conference and who they are excited to hear present. 00:23:05 – Vermicomposting for the Garden: K-State horticulture Extension specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends today’s show discussing vermicomposting – a method of composting that uses worms to break down food scraps and other organic materials into compost for use in gardens and houseplants. 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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