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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2123 - Grain Market Adjustments and Futures Prices...Customer Service in Agriculture
02/20/2026
2123 - Grain Market Adjustments and Futures Prices...Customer Service in Agriculture
USDA Grain Market Outlook and Futures Remembering Customer Service Elements Little Bit of Rain, Fire and Snow 00:01:05 – USDA Grain Market Outlook and Futures: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien starts the show highlighting information from the USDA Ag Outlook Forum and how future prices are looking. 00:12:05 – Remembering Customer Service Elements: Justin Waggoner, K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, keeps the show rolling as he discusses the importance of good customer service in the agriculture industry. 00:23:05 – Little Bit of Rain, Fire and Snow: Concluding the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond as he explains how Kansas has seen rain, fire and snow within the past week and what else we can be expecting. 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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2122 - 2025 Losses for Crop Insurance...Animal Welfare and Heavier Cattle
02/19/2026
2122 - 2025 Losses for Crop Insurance...Animal Welfare and Heavier Cattle
Causes of Crop Loss in 2025 Animal Welfare Considerations for Bigger Cattle New Entomology Publications 00:01:05 – Causes of Crop Loss in 2025: Beginning today's show is Jenny Ifft, Lucas Haag and Tina Sullivan from K-State as they chat about crop insurance ratios and the causes of the losses. 00:12:05 – Animal Welfare Considerations for Bigger Cattle: K-State Extension beef veterinarian, A.J. Tarpoff, continues the show discussing research from a panel discussion at NCBA about what bigger cattle means for animal welfare. 00:23:05 – New Entomology Publications: Raymond Cloyd, K-State horticultural entomologist, ends today's show highlighting two new publications he authored: Mimosa Webworm: Insect Pest of Honey Locust and Mimosa Trees and Threestriped and Ashgray Blister Beetles, which are now available in the K-State Extension Bookstore. 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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2121 - Producer Access and Programs with FSA...Nutritional Impact on Milk Yield
02/18/2026
2121 - Producer Access and Programs with FSA...Nutritional Impact on Milk Yield
Beginning Farmer Loans and Online FSA Access Research on Dairy Cow Milk Production Emergency Plans for Livestock 00:01:05 – Beginning Farmer Loans and Online FSA Access: David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, begins today's show as he highlights programs for beginning farmers and online access for FSA producers. 00:12:05 – Research on Dairy Cow Milk Production: Continuing the show is Victor Gomez-Leon, K-State dairy Extension specialist, as he discusses research on how changing the ratio of fatty acids in dairy cows' diets impact their milk yield and reproduction. Victor - Mike - Billy - 00:23:05 – Emergency Plans for Livestock: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast ends today's show as they welcome special guest Christine Navarre to chat about emergency plans for livestock. 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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2120 - Over-the-Top Dicamba Rules...Cattlemen's Day Looks Into the Future
02/17/2026
2120 - Over-the-Top Dicamba Rules...Cattlemen's Day Looks Into the Future
Over-the-Top Dicamba Application Approval K-State Cattlemen's Day Dairy Calf Starter Rotation Research 00:01:05 – Over-the-Top Dicamba Application Approval: Starting off today's show is K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster as she reviews rules for the newly approved over-the-top dicamba applications. 00:12:05 – K-State Cattlemen's Day: A discussion about the upcoming Cattlemen's Day at K-State with Justin Waggoner, K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, keeps the show rolling as he acknowledges the forward focus of this year's event. 00:23:05 – Dairy Calf Starter Rotation Research: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show as he takes a closer look at research findings that found what can effectively replace soybean meal in dairy calf starter rotations. 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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2119 - Meat Demand Market...Winter Kochia Control
02/16/2026
2119 - Meat Demand Market...Winter Kochia Control
Cattle Market and Meat Demand Pre-emergence Kochia Control Ammonia, Nitrates and Nitrites in Livestock Ponds 00:01:05 – Cattle Market and Meat Demand: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, kicks off today's show as he highlights the cattle market, feedlot returns and meat demand and their impact on the cattle industry. 00:12:05 – Pre-emergence Kochia Control: K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster continues the show as she reminds growers about the importance of pre-emergence kochia control and what their options are. 00:23:05 – Ammonia, Nitrates and Nitrites in Livestock Ponds: Ending the show is K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist Joe Gerken as he explains what could be impacting water quality in livestock ponds. 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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2118 - Grain Market Report...Macroeconomic Topic Impacts
02/13/2026
2118 - Grain Market Report...Macroeconomic Topic Impacts
Grain Reactions to the WASDE Report, Part 1 Grain Reactions to the WASDE Report, Part 2 Moisture and Drying Back Out 00:01:05 – Grain Reactions to the WASDE Report, Part 1: Beginning today's show is Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, as they provide a grain market report and their reactions to the recent WASDE report. In the first segment, they discuss corn and grain sorghum. 00:12:05 – Grain Reactions to the WASDE Report, Part 2: Daniel and Guy keep the show rolling as they chat about transport, currency, soybeans and wheat in the second segment. 00:23:05 – Moisture and Drying Back Out: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, ends the show explaining the recent warm temperatures and what moisture and continued temperatures Kansans can be expecting. 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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2117 - Changes to ARC and PLC...What Growers Should Evaluate
02/12/2026
2117 - Changes to ARC and PLC...What Growers Should Evaluate
ARC, PLC and Crop Insurance for Producers, Part 1 ARC, PLC and Crop Insurance for Producers, Part 2 Planting Based on Soil Temperature 00:01:05 – ARC, PLC and Crop Insurance for Producers, Part 1: Robin Reid, K-State Extension farm economist, and Jenny Ifft, Flinchbaugh agricultural policy chair, are on the first two segments as they discuss Agricultural Risk Coverage, Price Loss Coverage and crop insurance. They explain the background for these programs and how they have recently shifted. 00:12:05 – ARC, PLC and Crop Insurance for Producers, Part 2: As they continue the show, Jenny and Robin chat about how producers can learn more about these risk management options. 00:23:05 – Planting Based on Soil Temperature: K-State Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, ends the show sharing the importance of soil temperature — not the date on the calendar. He says planting when the soil has reached the correct temperature produces the best results. 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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2116 - Pesticide Problems and Decisions...Wildfire Awareness
02/11/2026
2116 - Pesticide Problems and Decisions...Wildfire Awareness
Pesticide Laws and Litigation 2025 Kansas Wildfire Awareness Week Leaky Gut in Cattle 00:01:05 – Pesticide Laws and Litigation: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts off the show as he explains pesticide shield laws and what decision we will get in 2026. 00:12:05 – 2025 Kansas Wildfire Awareness Week: Continuing the show is Kansas Forest Service's fire prevention specialist, Shawna Hartman, as she discusses Kansas Wildfire Awareness Week and how people can help reduce wildfire risks. 00:23:05 – Leaky Gut in Cattle: Part of a Beef Cattle Institute Cattle Chat podcast ends the show as Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster, Scott Fritz and Liliana Rivas chat about leaky gut and what causes it 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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2115 - Social Media Videos of Wildlife...Kansas Wheat Fields
02/10/2026
2115 - Social Media Videos of Wildlife...Kansas Wheat Fields
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Videos of Wildlife on Social Media Wheat Field Conditions in Kansas K-State Dairy Days 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Videos of Wildlife on Social Media: Beginning today's show is Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken with a part of their Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode where they discuss wildlife social media and finding factual information. 00:12:05 – Wheat Field Conditions in Kansas: Lucas Haag and Jeanne Falk Jones from K-State continue the show as they chat about the condition of wheat fields in Kansas and how it could impact its future growth. 00:23:05 – K-State Dairy Days: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk concludes the show previewing Kansas State University's annual Dairy Days on February 17 in Seneca and February 19 in Whiteside. 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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2114 - Cattle Policies and Processing...Cost-Savings Weed Management
02/09/2026
2114 - Cattle Policies and Processing...Cost-Savings Weed Management
What is Happening in the Cattle Industry? Site Specific Weed Management K-State Junior Beef Producer Day 00:01:05 – What is Happening in the Cattle Industry?: A cattle market and industry update from University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, Elliott Dennis, begins today's show. He discusses the markets, policies, labor, dairy and technology. 00:12:05 – Site Specific Weed Management: Keeping the show rolling is Jeremie Kouame and Anita Dille as they explain site specific weed management and what it can mean for weed control and cost savings. 00:23:05 – K-State Junior Beef Producer Day: Lexie Hayes, K-State Extension assistant and Youth Livestock Program coordinator, ends the show previewing the learning opportunities at the K-State Junior Beef Producer Day. 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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2113 - Grain Market Prices and Export...Warming Up and Drying Out
02/06/2026
2113 - Grain Market Prices and Export...Warming Up and Drying Out
Exports and Conversation with China Muddy Conditions and Fire Weather Wheat Scoop: Market Relationship 00:01:05 – Exports and Conversation with China: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien begins the show as he recaps this week's grain market and says what he expects to see in the WASDE report next week. 00:12:05 – Muddy Conditions and Fire Weather: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, continues the show as he discusses muddy conditions, drought degradation, fire weather concerns and more potential cold in the future. 00:23:05 – Wheat Scoop: Market Relationship: Ending the show is a Kansas Wheat, Wheat Scoop from Gordon Clark as he reports on how Kansas delegation met with people from Mexico to reinforce the importance of the market. 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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2112 - Exploding Trees...Helping Yourself and Others
02/05/2026
2112 - Exploding Trees...Helping Yourself and Others
Winter Tree Damage Live Well, Lead Well Honey Bees in Kansas 00:01:05 – Winter Tree Damage: Shad Hufnagel, Kansas Forest Service forest health coordinator, starts the show as he explains winter tree damage of frost cracking, sunscald and rodents. 00:12:05 – Live Well, Lead Well: Referring to the 4 Four "H's" of 4-H, Zaira Sandoval and Patsy Maddy from Kansas 4-H share examples of how people can live well and lead well. 00:23:05 – Honey Bees in Kansas: The show ends with Golden Prairie District Horticulture Agent, Ryan Engel, discussing standard beekeeping management practices as well as some of the essential food sources that honey bees in Kansas depend on for survival. 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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2111 - FSA Supporting Agriculture...Building Communication Skills with 4-H
02/04/2026
2111 - FSA Supporting Agriculture...Building Communication Skills with 4-H
FSA Programs, Loans and Online Communication Skills with Kansas 4-H Cattle Body Condition 00:01:05 – FSA Programs, Loans and Online: Beginning today's show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he highlights programs, loans and the new FSA online. 00:12:05 – Communication Skills with Kansas 4-H: Beth Hinshaw, Kansas 4-H youth development regional specialist, keeps the show going discussing developing communication skills with Kansas 4-H. 00:23:05 – Cattle Body Condition: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and Jason Warner ends the show as they converse about having poor body condition cattle and increasing their condition. 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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2110 - Using Nitrate Concentrations to Reduce Fertilizer...Lowering Drinking Water Contamination
02/03/2026
2110 - Using Nitrate Concentrations to Reduce Fertilizer...Lowering Drinking Water Contamination
Reducing Fertilizer Costs and Water Contamination, Part 1 Reducing Fertilizer Costs and Water Contamination, Part 2 Somatic Cell Count Data 00:01:05 – Reducing Fertilizer Costs and Water Contamination, Part 1: In the first two segments of the show Micah Cameron-Harp, K-State assistant professor in the department of agricultural economics, and Matt Kirk, professor of geology at K-State, explain how nitrate concentration levels in water and be used to reduce fertilizer costs and contamination of drinking water. 00:12:05 – Reducing Fertilizer Costs and Water Contamination, Part 2: Micah and Matt continue their conversation talking about how this is valuable for agriculture and communities. 00:23:05 – Somatic Cell Count Data: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show discussing the benefits of obtaining individual somatic cell count data. He says the data helps track new infections and identify those cows with high somatic cell count. 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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2109 - How Weather Impacted the Cattle Market...Cattle Grazing Movement
02/02/2026
2109 - How Weather Impacted the Cattle Market...Cattle Grazing Movement
Cattle Inventory Report Cattle Grazing Behavior Concerns People Have About Coyotes 00:01:05 – Cattle Inventory Report: A cattle market update from Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University livestock economist, kicks off today's show. He breaks down the major points he saw in the Cattle Inventory report. 00:12:05 – Cattle Grazing Behavior: Keeping the show rolling is Brad White and Phillip Lancaster from the Beef Cattle Insitute with part of a Bovine Science podcast episode where they talked about research that was done looking into cattle grazing behavior. 00:23:05 – Concerns People Have About Coyotes: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, ends the show as he explains the concerns about coyotes and what people can do to remain safe. 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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2108 - Grain Market and Exports...Virtual Learning Conference from K-State Ag Specialists
01/30/2026
2108 - Grain Market and Exports...Virtual Learning Conference from K-State Ag Specialists
Grain Market Outlook K-State Virtual Agronomy Conference An Average January 00:01:05 – Grain Market Outlook: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, begins today's show as he talks about how futures, cash and exports look for corn, grain sorghum, soybeans and wheat. 00:12:05 – K-State Virtual Agronomy Conference: Continuing the show is Sarah Lancaster and Kathy Gehl as they discuss the K-State Agronomy Science and Solutions Virtual Conference. We also hear from Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at K-State, with a Kansas Profile. 00:23:05 – An Average January: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, concludes the show as he recaps the recent cold weather and if we can be expecting more. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State 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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2107 - Condition of Weeds and Wheat...State of the Agricultural Economy
01/29/2026
2107 - Condition of Weeds and Wheat...State of the Agricultural Economy
Impact of Weather on Weeds and Wheat Flinchbaugh Center: Agricultural Economy Ready for Garden Planting 00:01:05 – Impact of Weather on Weeds and Wheat: Starting off the show is Chip Redmond, Sarah Lancaster, and Kelsey Andersen Onofre as they chat about how the previous above average temperatures and now cold temperatures have impacted impact weeds and wheat. 00:12:05 – Flinchbaugh Center: Agricultural Economy: Part of the Flinchbaugh Center for Ag and Food Policy's podcast continues today's show as Jenny Ifft, Brad Lubben, Joe Glauber and Eric Atkinson talk about the current state of the agricultural economy. 00:23:05 – Ready for Garden Planting: K-State Extension agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, ends the show discussing things gardeners can do now to get ready for planting this 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 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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2106 - Often Overlooked Tax and Law Issues...Cotton Learning Conference
01/28/2026
2106 - Often Overlooked Tax and Law Issues...Cotton Learning Conference
Ag Law and Tax Issues that Often Get Overlooked 2026 Cotton Conference Antimicrobial Resistance in Cattle Disease 00:01:05 – Ag Law and Tax Issues that Often Get Overlooked: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins the show as he discusses water right abandonment, tax and estate issues as well as dual-use equipment and what often gets overlooked on these topics. 00:12:05 – 2026 Cotton Conference: K-State Extension agronomist, Logan Simon, keeps today's show rolling as he previews the Great Plains Cotton Conference. 00:23:05 – Antimicrobial Resistance in Cattle Disease: The show concludes with part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast as Brad White, Bob Larson and Todd Gunderson chat about antimicrobial resistance with bovine respiratory disease. 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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2105 - Kansas Mussel Characteristics...Beef Retail and Demand
01/27/2026
2105 - Kansas Mussel Characteristics...Beef Retail and Demand
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Mussels in Kansas US Beef Retail Market and Demand Keeping Winter Calves Safe 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Mussels in Kansas: Today's show begins with part of the Fins, Fur and Feathers from Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken as they describe mussels and their population changes. 00:12:05 – US Beef Retail Market and Demand: Brain Coffey, K-State agricultural economist, continues the show as he explains work looking into the U.S. beef retail market and beef demand. 00:23:05 – Keeping Winter Calves Safe: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show discussing how to keep winter-born dairy calves healthy. He says it involves immediate drying and warming them after birth, providing a warm, dry, draft-free shelter with deep bedding for insulation, and the use of calf jackets to prevent cold stress. 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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2104 - Cattle and Beef in the Market...2025 Kansas Land Values
01/26/2026
2104 - Cattle and Beef in the Market...2025 Kansas Land Values
Cattle on Feed and Cold Storage Reports Kansas Land Values Faces in Agriculture: Tana McCarter 00:01:05 – Cattle on Feed and Cold Storage Reports: Tyler Cozzens and Brandon Dodd from the Livestock Marketing Information Center begin today's show as they explain what they saw in the recent Cattle on Feed and Cold Storage reports. 00:12:05 – Kansas Land Values: K-State Extension land and crop market specialist, Megan Hughes, keeps the show rolling as she discusses the 2025 Kansas Land Values book and how farmers and ranchers can use it. 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Tana McCarter: Ending the show is a segment of Faces in Agriculture with Tana McCarter from Wilson County as she shares about her involvement and excitement in agriculture. 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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2103 - Grain Market Concerns from Producers...Replacement Female Decisions
01/23/2026
2103 - Grain Market Concerns from Producers...Replacement Female Decisions
Recovered Grain Market After USDA Reports Deciding on Replacement Females Snow in Kansas 00:01:05 – Recovered Grain Market After USDA Reports: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien kicks off today's show as he shares about the cash, futures and trade for the grain market. He also says what growers have had the most concern about. 00:12:05 – Deciding on Replacement Females: Jason Warner, K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, continues the show as he discusses what cattle producers should evaluate when deciding on replacement females. He also mentions an available decision tool. 00:23:05 – Snow in Kansas: Concluding the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond as he explains what winter weather people in Kansas should be prepared for. 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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2102 - Preparing Cattle for the Cold...Producers Staying Warm
01/22/2026
2102 - Preparing Cattle for the Cold...Producers Staying Warm
Cold Stress for Cattle and People, Part 1 Cold Stress for Cattle and People, Part 2 How Insects Survive the Cold 00:01:05 – Cold Stress for Cattle and People, Part 1: Beginning today's show is K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, Justin Waggoner, as he discusses cold stress and what cattle producers should prepare for their livestock. 00:12:05 – Cold Stress for Cattle and People, Part 2: Justin keeps the show rolling as he continues talking about cold stress with reminders for producers to stay safe. K-State fashion studies' Kelsie Doty and Reannan Boisvert remind us about clothing choices to stay warm. 00:23:05 – How Insects Survive the Cold: K-State horticultural entomologist Raymond Cloyd ends the show explaining how insect pests are able to survive extreme cold and how to control the pests that emerge in the 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 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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2101 - Farm Service Agency Program Payouts...Livestock Lice
01/21/2026
2101 - Farm Service Agency Program Payouts...Livestock Lice
FSA Payouts and State Committee Lice on Livestock in the Winter Quality of Udders in Cattle 00:01:05 – FSA Payouts and State Committee: David Schemm, state executive director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency, begins the show as he recaps program payouts from 2025 and highlights the recently announced state committee. 00:12:05 – Lice on Livestock in the Winter: The show continues with K-State veterinary entomologist, Cassandra Olds, discussing lice on livestock in the winter and reminders for effective control. 00:23:05 – Quality of Udders in Cattle: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast concludes the show as Brad White, Bob Larson and Phillip Lancaster chat about their feelings on the quality of udders on 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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2100 - All Things Chemical Weed Control...Farm Finances Class
01/20/2026
2100 - All Things Chemical Weed Control...Farm Finances Class
2026 Chemical Weed Control Guide Finances and the Farm Online Class Assessing Resources to Make Decisions 00:01:05 – 2026 Chemical Weed Control Guide: Starting today's show is K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster as she highlights changes to this year's Chemical Weed Control Guide and what it provides to growers. 00:12:05 – Finances and the Farm Online Class: LaVell Winsor, K-State farm analyst, and Robin Reid, K-State Extension farm economist, continue the show discussing the Finances and the Farm online class. 00:23:05 – Assessing Resources to Make Decisions: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show saying this is a good time for dairy producers to assess their available forages and determine their planting and purchasing decisions for 2026. 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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2099 - What the Cattle Market Saw Last Week...Crop Insurance Coverage Options
01/19/2026
2099 - What the Cattle Market Saw Last Week...Crop Insurance Coverage Options
Cattle Market, Harvest Capacity and Exports Supplemental and Enhanced Coverage Options Fish Contaminants 00:01:05 – Cattle Market, Harvest Capacity and Exports: A cattle market update from Elliott Dennis, University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, begins today's show as he discusses what impacted the market last week, how packers are adjusting harvest and export relationships. 00:12:05 – Supplemental and Enhanced Coverage Options: Jenny Ifft, K-State Flinchbaugh agricultural policy chair, keeps the show rolling as she explains the supplemental coverage option and enhanced coverage option and what has changed since last year. 00:23:05 – Fish Contaminants: Wrapping up the show is K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist Joe Gerken as he chats about the concern of contaminants in fish. 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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2098 - Grain Market Movement After USDA Reports...Exchange and Freight
01/16/2026
2098 - Grain Market Movement After USDA Reports...Exchange and Freight
Grain Market Reaction, Corn and Grain Sorghum Wheat, Soybeans and Macroeconomics Weather Conditions Creating Fire Concerns 00:01:05 – Grain Market Reaction, Corn and Grain Sorghum: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, begin the show as they discuss the overall market reaction to the USDA reports as well as feed grains. 00:12:05 – Wheat, Soybeans and Macroeconomics: Keeping the show and their conversation rolling are Daniel and Guy as they continue chatting about wheat and soybeans as well as also touching on transportation, foreign exchange and government payments. 00:23:05 – Weather Conditions Creating Fire Concerns: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond concludes today's show as he notes how the current conditions in Kansas should have people paying extra attention to 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 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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2097 - Flea Lifecycle...Conference for Women in Agriculture
01/15/2026
2097 - Flea Lifecycle...Conference for Women in Agriculture
Getting Rid of Fleas Women Grow the Farm Conference Successful Seed Growth 00:01:05 – Getting Rid of Fleas: Starting today's show is K-State crop entomologist Jeff Whitworth as he explains why he has been receiving more questions about fleas. He also describes their lifecycle. 00:12:05 – Women Grow the Farm Conference: LaVell Winsor and Robin Reid keep the show rolling as they highlight the goals and agenda for this year's Women Grow the Farm Conference. 00:23:05 – Successful Seed Growth: K-State instructor and Extension horticulture specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends the show discussing how to start seeds. She covers the seeds to use, starting mix, containers, water and the light needed to successfully grow seedlings. 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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2096 - Ag Law and Tax Developments in 2025...Cover Your Acres Conference
01/14/2026
2096 - Ag Law and Tax Developments in 2025...Cover Your Acres Conference
Roger's Top 10 in Ag Law and Tax Cover Your Acres Winter Conference Cattle Management in Australia 00:01:05 – Roger's Top 10 in Ag Law and Tax: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts the show as he highlights his top ten developments in agricultural law and tax in 2025. 00:12:05 – Cover Your Acres Winter Conference: K-State Northwest area agronomist, Jeanne Falk Jones, continues today's show previewing the Cover Your Acres Winter Conference and what topics are focused on. 00:23:05 – Cattle Management in Australia: Ending the show is part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast where they chatted with special guest Cameron Best from Australia and discuss how cattle management is different in Australia. 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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2095 - Organ Recipient Gets Rabies from Donor...2025 Cattle Abortion Causes
01/13/2026
2095 - Organ Recipient Gets Rabies from Donor...2025 Cattle Abortion Causes
Fins, Fur and Feathers: A Unique Spread of Rabies Common Causes of Cattle Abortions in 2025 Less Dairies, Bigger Herds 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: A Unique Spread of Rabies: Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken from K-State begin today's show with part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode where they conversed about a rare case of rabies. 00:12:05 – Common Causes of Cattle Abortions in 2025: K-State veterinarian Gregg Hanzlicek keeps the show rolling as he breaks down the common causes of abortions in cattle from his 2025 lab data. 866-512-5650 00:23:05 – Less Dairies, Bigger Herds: The Kansas dairy industry is showing sustained growth in terms of milk production. However, K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show saying dairy herds increased in size in 2025, but the total number of dairy farms decreased — something he expects to continue in 2026. 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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2094 - Cash, Futures and Demand for Cattle...Herbicide Resistance in Kansas
01/12/2026
2094 - Cash, Futures and Demand for Cattle...Herbicide Resistance in Kansas
Cattle Market and Meat Demand Monitor Update 50 Years of Herbicide Resistance, Part 1 50 Years of Herbicide Resistance, Part 2 00:01:05 – Cattle Market and Meat Demand Monitor Update: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, starts today's show recapping the recent cattle market and highlighting the last Meat Demand Monitor of 2025. 00:12:05 – 50 Years of Herbicide Resistance, Part 1: The show continues with K-State weed scientist, Pat Geier, as he discusses the anniversary of 50 years of herbicide resistance in Kansas. He explains the first weed that had resistance. 00:23:05 – 50 Years of Herbicide Resistance, Part 2: K-State's Pat Geier also ends the show as he talks about how to help reduce additional herbicide resistance for growers. 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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