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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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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1872 - Livestock Indemnity...Cattlemen's Day
02/19/2025
1872 - Livestock Indemnity...Cattlemen's Day
Livestock and Crop FSA Programs K-State Cattlemen's Day Adapting Mineral Programs 00:01:05 – Livestock and Crop FSA Programs: Beginning the show today is Todd Barrows, Kansas Farm Service Agency chief program specialist, as he reminds producers about the Livestock Indemnity Program, American Relief Act bill, ARC and PLC. 00:12:05 – K-State Cattlemen's Day: Justin Waggoner, K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, adds to today’s show as he previews the upcoming K-State Cattlemen’s Day. He discusses the presenters and their topics and what he hopes attendees get from the day. 00:23:05 – Adapting Mineral Programs: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Phillip Lancaster and Bob Larson wrap the show for today with part of their Cattle Chat podcast where they explained mineral need changes during the calendar year and cattle cycle. 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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1871 - Being Responsible with Wildlife Harvest...Planting Soybeans Sooner
02/18/2025
1871 - Being Responsible with Wildlife Harvest...Planting Soybeans Sooner
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Ethical Wildlife Harvest Early Planting Soybean Research How Many Dairy Heifers Do You Need? 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Ethical Wildlife Harvest: K-State’s Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken kick off today’s show with part of their Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode. This week the pair converse about ethical and responsible harvest. 00:12:05 – Early Planting Soybean Research: Keeping today’s show moving is Eric Adee, K-State agronomist in charge of the Kansas River Valley and East Central Kansas experiment fields, as he explains research that he has been working on that looks into early planting soybeans. 00:23:05 – How Many Dairy Heifers Do You Need?: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show explaining how dairy farmers can use what’s called the “heifer completion rate” to help determine how large their heifer production needs to be every year. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1870 - Cattle Outlook...Staying Safe with Grain Bins
02/17/2025
1870 - Cattle Outlook...Staying Safe with Grain Bins
Cattle and Retail Meat Prices Grain Bin Safety Establishing Native Grasses 00:01:05 – Cattle and Retail Meat Prices: Kicking off today’s show is Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, with a cattle market outlook. He recaps the market as well as provides an update on retail meat prices and imports from Mexico. 00:12:05 – Grain Bin Safety: K-State outreach specialist in grain storage and feed manufacturing at the IGP Institute, Carlos Campabadal, continues the show as he talks about grain bin safety and shares reminders for farmers and operations. 00:23:05 – Establishing Native Grasses: Tina Sullivan, K-State northeast area agronomist, wraps today’s show as she shares tips for growers who want to establish native grasses. 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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1869 - World Grain Market...Still Chilly in Kansas
02/14/2025
1869 - World Grain Market...Still Chilly in Kansas
Post-WASDE Grain Market Outlook, Part 1 Post-WASDE Grain Market Outlook, Part 2 Continued Snow in Kansas 00:01:05 – Post-WASDE Grain Market Outlook, Part 1: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute at K-State, get today’s show rolling with a two-segment grain market outlook. In their first segment, they discuss things happening on a macro level as well as the wheat market. 00:12:05 – Post-WASDE Grain Market Outlook, Part 2: The second segment with Dan and Guy contains their conversation on the corn, grain sorghum and soybean market domestically and internationally. 00:23:05 – Continued Snow in Kansas: A weather forecast from K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends the show as he shares with listeners if we are going to continue to see snow in the next week. He also mentions temperatures swings parts of Kansas may see. 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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1868 - Preemergence Control of Kochia...Wildfire Awareness
02/13/2025
1868 - Preemergence Control of Kochia...Wildfire Awareness
Getting Control of Kochia Kansas Wildfire Awareness Week Why Therapeutic Gardening is Beneficial 00:01:05 – Getting Control of Kochia: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, kicks off today's show as she reminds growers of the importance of controlling kochia pre-emergence. She shares tips and why it is crucial. 00:12:05 – Kansas Wildfire Awareness Week: Kansas Wildfire Awareness Week is taking place this week, so Kansas Forest Service fire prevention specialist Shawna Hartman joins today’s show to explain a few of the costs of wildfires. 00:23:05 – Why Therapeutic Gardening is Beneficial: Concluding the show is K-State instructor and horticulture Extension specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, who discusses the benefits of a therapeutic garden. 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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1867 - Ag Law Cases in 2024 Still Happening in 2025...4-H Opportunities
02/12/2025
1867 - Ag Law Cases in 2024 Still Happening in 2025...4-H Opportunities
3 Agricultural Law Issues From 2024 Kansas 4-H Events for Communication Skills Maximize or Optimize Beef Cattle? 00:01:05 – 3 Agricultural Law Issues From 2024: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts off today’s show by highlighting three developments that took place in 2024 for agricultural law and taxation. 00:12:05 – Kansas 4-H Events for Communication Skills: Continuing the show is Kansas 4-H’s Beth Hinshaw and Dona Ratliff as they talk about Kansas 4-H Days and Citizenship in Action, respectively. 785-532-5800 00:23:05 – Maximize or Optimize Beef Cattle?: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Dustin Pendell, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and special guest Ty Lawrence ends today’s show as they converse about the difference between maximization and optimization for 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 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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1866 - Keeping an Eye on Livestock...Dairy Sizes 25 Years Ago
02/11/2025
1866 - Keeping an Eye on Livestock...Dairy Sizes 25 Years Ago
Predation of Livestock, Part 1 Predation of Livestock, Part 2 How Dairy Size Has Changed 00:01:05 – Predation of Livestock, Part 1: Beginning today’s show is two segments about predation and how it affects livestock with K-State Extension wildlife specialist Drew Ricketts. He discusses the different kinds of predators in Kansas, the economic impacts of them and control strategies for producers. 00:12:05 – Predation of Livestock, Part 2: Drew Ricketts resumes his conversation about predation in the second segment. Drew Ricketts - 785-532-1949 00:23:05 – How Dairy Size Has Changed: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show looking at how dairy farm sizes have changed over the past 25 years and what that means for today’s dairy producers. 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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1865 - Cattle Market and Topic Outlook...ARC/PLC
02/10/2025
1865 - Cattle Market and Topic Outlook...ARC/PLC
Major Cattle Market Topics ARC, PLC and Coverage Options Filamentous Algae Control 00:01:05 – Major Cattle Market Topics: Livestock economist Elliott Dennis with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln begins today’s show with his cattle market update. He also talks about major topics that were discussed at National Cattlemen’s Beef Association's CattleCon. 00:12:05 – ARC, PLC and Coverage Options: Robin Reid, K-State Extension farm economist, and Jenny Ifft, Flinchbaugh agricultural policy chair at K-State, keep the show rolling as they explain ARC, PLC and high coverage options. 00:23:05 – Filamentous Algae Control: Ending today’s show is K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist Joe Gerken as he talks about filamentous algae and how people can control it. 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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1864 - Grain Market Outlook...More Days-on-Feeds Economics
02/07/2025
1864 - Grain Market Outlook...More Days-on-Feeds Economics
Increased Grain Futures Prices Extending Days-On-Feed, Economic Considerations Here Comes More Snow 00:01:05 – Increased Grain Futures Prices: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, kickstarts today’s show with his grain market outlook. He discusses the higher futures prices and if they influenced cash prices. 00:12:05 – Extending Days-On-Feed, Economic Considerations: Continuing the show is research associate for the Center for Outcomes Research and Epidemiology at K-State Lucas Horton as he explains recent research that looked into extending days on feed of feedlot steers. 00:23:05 – Here Comes More Snow: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond concludes the show with a weather forecast. He says where in Kansas is likely to see snow in the next 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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1863 - Cattle Living in Mud...Consistent Habits of Productive Swine Operations
02/06/2025
1863 - Cattle Living in Mud...Consistent Habits of Productive Swine Operations
What Mud Does to Cattle Habits of Highly Productive Pork Producers Garden Drip Irrigation 00:01:05 – What Mud Does to Cattle: Justin Waggoner, K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, starts today’s show as he comments on how mud can be impacting cattle and what producers can do to help their livestock. 00:12:05 – Habits of Highly Productive Pork Producers: A speaker from K-State’s Swine Profitability conference, Lisa Tokach, a veterinarian in private practice, continues the show as she touches on a few points from her presentation, “11 Habits of Highly Productive Pork Producers.” 00:23:05 – Garden Drip Irrigation: Ending today’s show is K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, as he discusses how drip irrigation helps conserve water use, which was from this month’s K-State Garden Hour. 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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1862 - Choosing a Bull...Wheat Forage and WheatRx
02/05/2025
1862 - Choosing a Bull...Wheat Forage and WheatRx
Bull Selection Factors Wheat Forage Yields and Seminar Partnership for Kansas 00:01:05 – Bull Selection Factors: Getting today’s show rolling is K-State beef reproduction specialist Sandy Johnson as she reminds cattle producers of things to consider for bull selection. 00:12:05 – Wheat Forage Yields and Seminar: Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, continues today’s show as he discusses wheat forage yields and the Wheat Rx seminar in Salina. 00:23:05 – Partnership for Kansas: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Phillip Lancaster, Brian Lubbers and Bob Larson with special guest Marshall Stewart ends today’s show as they converse about the K-State and Garden City Community College partnership from part of their 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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1861 - What Moles do to a Prairie...Extension Cattle Meetings
02/04/2025
1861 - What Moles do to a Prairie...Extension Cattle Meetings
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Moles K-State Cow-Calf Production Meetings Pricing Formula Changes 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Moles: Part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode with K-State’s Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken starts today’s show as the pair discuss moles and what impact they can have on the prairie. 00:12:05 – K-State Cow-Calf Production Meetings: K-State cow-calf Extension specialist Jason Warner keeps the show rolling as he informs listeners of the upcoming Extension cow-calf meetings. 00:23:05 – Pricing Formula Changes: Ending today’s show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he explains the potential impact of the recently amended uniform pricing formulas for all 11 Federal Milk Marketing Orders and how producers can learn more by attending Dairy Days. 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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1860 - Cattle Market Outlook...Heart Month
02/03/2025
1860 - Cattle Market Outlook...Heart Month
Cattle Inventory and Trade Rural Heart Health Farm and Ranch Transition Conferences 00:01:05 – Cattle Inventory and Trade: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, kicks off today’s show with a cattle market update where he talks about the current market, cattle inventory report and provides a trade update. 00:12:05 – Rural Heart Health: February is American Heart Month so project consultant for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Health program at K-State Tawnie Larson joins the show to discuss heart health for farmers and ranchers and rural America. 00:23:05 – Farm and Ranch Transition Conferences: Ending today’s show is Ashlee Westerhold, director of the Office of Farm and Ranch Transition at K-State, previewing their Farm and Ranch Transition conferences. 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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1859 - Grain Market Weather...Winter Cattle Lice
01/31/2025
1859 - Grain Market Weather...Winter Cattle Lice
Grain Exports and Ethanol Prices Managing Lice on Cattle Melting Snow 00:01:05 – Grain Exports and Ethanol Prices: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, gets today’s show rolling with his grain market outlook. He breaks down where the markets are moving and what is contributing to it. 00:12:05 – Managing Lice on Cattle: K-State Extension beef veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff continues the show as he discusses lice on cattle and why they are more of an issue in the winter. 00:23:05 – Melting Snow: The show wraps with K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with his weather forecast. Chip comments on recent rain but how increased fire concern is beginning. 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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1858 - Getting Ready for Calving...Social Security
01/30/2025
1858 - Getting Ready for Calving...Social Security
Preparing a Calving Kit KFMA: Common Social Security Questions Gardening Tips 00:01:05 – Preparing a Calving Kit: Kicking off the show is K-State Extension beef veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff as he provides his top calving preparation reminders for cattle producers. 00:12:05 – KFMA: Common Social Security Questions: Part of the Kansas Farm Management Association’s podcast with Chelsea Plummer and Senior Public Affairs Specialist with the Social Security Administration, David Seymour, continue today’s show as they cover common social security questions. 00:23:05 – Gardening Tips: K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, offers some pointers to get ready for the upcoming gardening season to end today’s show. 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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1857 - Changes in DC Impacting Agriculture...Crabgrass for Cattle
01/29/2025
1857 - Changes in DC Impacting Agriculture...Crabgrass for Cattle
FTC Complaint, Biofuel Feedstocks and Estate Planning Flexibility Establishing Crabgrass for Forage Managing Around Mud 00:01:05 – FTC Complaint, Biofuel Feedstocks and Estate Planning Flexibility: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts today’s show as he explains changes that are happening with the government and how they could impact agriculture. 00:12:05 – Establishing Crabgrass for Forage: K-State northeast area agronomist Tina Sullivan keeps the show rolling as she talks about establishing crabgrass as an alternative forage. 00:23:05 – Managing Around Mud: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster, Dustin Pendell and Brian Lubbers ends today’s show with how to keep cattle performance and health on track in times of deep mud. 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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1856 - Was There Winterkill in Wheat...Understanding Ad-Hoc Payments for Agriculture
01/28/2025
1856 - Was There Winterkill in Wheat...Understanding Ad-Hoc Payments for Agriculture
Is There Wheat Winterkill? Ad-Hoc Payments K-State Dairy Days 00:01:05 – Is There Wheat Winterkill?: Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, begins the show today discussing winterkill in wheat. He says if Kansas growers should be concerned. 00:12:05 – Ad-Hoc Payments: Keeping today’s show rolling is Jenny Ifft, Flinchbaugh Agricultural Policy chair at K-State, and Brady Brewer, K-State associate professor in agricultural economics, as they talk about a webinar series that is beginning and outline their Ad-Hoc payments presentation. 00:23:05 – K-State Dairy Days: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show previewing K-State’s upcoming Dairy Days being held February 19 in Westside and February 20 in Seneca. 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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1855 - Cattle Market Still on the Rise...Forage Bowl Champs
01/27/2025
1855 - Cattle Market Still on the Rise...Forage Bowl Champs
Record High Cattle Market National Champion Forage Quiz Bowl Team Wildlife in Cold Weather 00:01:05 – Record High Cattle Market: A cattle market update from Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University livestock economist, kicks off today’s show. He talks about the record highs in the market and beef production numbers from 2024. 00:12:05 – National Champion Forage Quiz Bowl Team: Continuing the show is the K-State forage quiz bowl national champion team, team coach Sarah Frye, and team members Caleb Reese and Quinten Bina to discuss their national win. They explain the competition and what went into their success. 00:23:05 – Wildlife in Cold Weather: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, ends the show by explaining how different wildlife adapt to the colder temperatures. 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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1854 - Positive Grain Futures...Chip's Weather Outlook
01/24/2025
1854 - Positive Grain Futures...Chip's Weather Outlook
Questions in the Grain Market Extended Weather Forecast Soil Fertility Schools 00:01:05 – Questions in the Grain Market: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, starts the show with his grain market outlook. He shares positive news in the futures market and what growers are seeing for cash. 00:12:05 – Extended Weather Forecast: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond keeps the show rolling with his weather forecast. He discusses what he expects for weather as we look into spring. 00:23:05 – Soil Fertility Schools: Ending today’s show is Stacy Campbell, crop production agent in the Cottonwood Extension District, as he previews the soil fertility schools taking place in north central and northwest Kansas. 785-628-9430 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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1853 - Generations of Workers in Agriculture...Hay Feeder Options
01/23/2025
1853 - Generations of Workers in Agriculture...Hay Feeder Options
Communication Between Generations Hay Feeder Waste Starting Vegetable Seeds 00:01:05 – Communication Between Generations: Justin Waggoner, K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, begins today’s show as he discusses multiple generations working together in agriculture. He says how their communication styles often differ. 00:12:05 – Hay Feeder Waste: Keeping the show rolling is K-State Extension beef production specialist Emma Briggs as she explains how hay waste changes with hay feeders that are used by cattle producers. 00:23:05 – Starting Vegetable Seeds: K-State Research and Extension horticulture specialist Cynthia Domenghini ends today’s show as she talks through how to start vegetable seeds. 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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1852 - FSA Farm Loan Usage...Cotton Conference
01/22/2025
1852 - FSA Farm Loan Usage...Cotton Conference
FSA Program Recap and Administration Changes Great Plains Cotton Conference Preparing for Calving 00:01:05 – FSA Program Recap and Administration Changes: Kicking off today’s show is Marissa Kepley, Kansas Farm Service Agency farm loan specialist, with updates and deadline reminders for FSA programs. She also touches on the change in administration. 00:12:05 – Great Plains Cotton Conference: K-State Extension agronomist Logan Simon continues the show, previewing the Great Plains Cotton Conference. He says what information they are bringing to current and prospective cotton growers. 217-617-0290 00:23:05 – Preparing for Calving: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and Brian Lubbers wrap up our Wednesday show with a segment about how to be ready for calving season from their 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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1851 - Fish Kill in the Cold...Swine Profitability
01/21/2025
1851 - Fish Kill in the Cold...Swine Profitability
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Winter Fish Kill K-State Swine Profitability Conference Reviewing Dairy Programs 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Winter Fish Kill: Starting today’s show is K-State’s Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken on another episode of Fins, Fur and Feathers. In this episode, the pair explain winter fish kill and its positives and negatives. 00:12:05 – K-State Swine Profitability Conference: Joel DeRouchey, K-State swine Extension specialist, continues the show previewing the 35th annual Swine Profitability Conference. He notes the speakers and their topics. 00:23:05 – Reviewing Dairy Programs: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends today’s show encouraging dairy farmers to review their nutrition and breeding programs to see if they can increase milk components. 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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1850 - Prices for Cattle and Hay...Kansas Agritourism Resources
01/20/2025
1850 - Prices for Cattle and Hay...Kansas Agritourism Resources
Cattle and Hay Market Agritourism Research in Kansas Faces in Agriculture: Alec Tiemeyer 00:01:05 – Cattle and Hay Market: A cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, kicks off today’s show. He breaks down market prices for cattle and also explains how hay prices have changed from previous years. 00:12:05 – Agritourism Research in Kansas: Continuing today’s show are K-State’s Nellie Hill-Sullins and Mia Reyes and Kansas Agritourism’s Kelsey Wendling as they discuss research they are doing to understand agritourism in Kansas and what they can provide back to them. Mia Reyes - or 785-532-1140 Additional information BELOW 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Alec Tiemeyer: Another segment of Faces in Agriculture with Alec Tiemeyer of Washington County wraps up the show as he explains his niche meat product. Additional Agritourism Resources: Read the hosted by K-State across the state. Enjoy a free meal and discuss your goals and challenges as an agritourism operator to influence resources development to meet your business and marketing needs. about the Center for Rural Enterprise Engagement Insight Summit on digital marketing or College of Business Administration microcredential classes about business strategy. This project is funded by the Kansas State Global Food Systems Seed Grant. 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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1849 - Market Outlook Changes...Should You Plant Crops?
01/17/2025
1849 - Market Outlook Changes...Should You Plant Crops?
USDA Grain Market Report Movement, Part 1 USDA Grain Market Report Movement, Part 2 Coldest Time of The Year 00:01:05 – USDA Grain Market Report Movement, Part 1: K-State grain economist Dan O’Brien starts today’s show with a grain market update. He explains how the recent USDA WASDE report and other reports impacted the market. Dan discusses corn and grain sorghum in the first segment. 00:12:05 – USDA Grain Market Report Movement, Part 2: Dan continues the show in a second segment as he talks about soybeans, wheat and canola market changes. 00:23:05 – Coldest Time of The Year: Ending the show is Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, with his weather forecast. He says when Kansans can potentially expect to see the snow melted and how temperatures are across the state. 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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1848 - Payroll in Agriculture...KSU Collabs with Garden City College
01/16/2025
1848 - Payroll in Agriculture...KSU Collabs with Garden City College
Payroll for Agriculture Producers Garden City Community College and K-State More Factors for Starting a Garden 00:01:05 – Payroll for Agriculture Producers: Kicking off the show is Kansas Farm Management Association professional development officer Chelsea Plummer as she discusses the 2025 Agricultural Payroll for Producers events. Chelsea Plummer - or 316-393-1830 00:12:05 – Garden City Community College and K-State: Dan Moser, associate dean in K-State’s College of Agriculture, continues the show explaining the collaboration between Garden City Community College and Kansas State University and what they hope it brings to the state. 00:23:05 – More Factors for Starting a Garden: Harvey County Extension horticulture agent, Scott Eckert, ends today’s show as he talks about weed control, making a garden sketch and the difference between warm and cool season vegetables. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State 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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1847 - Horse Protection Changes...Cattle Disease Finding Kansas
01/15/2025
1847 - Horse Protection Changes...Cattle Disease Finding Kansas
Regulation Changes for the Horse Protection Act Theileriosis and Asian Longhorned Ticks Grazing Crop Stubble 00:01:05 – Regulation Changes for the Horse Protection Act: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins today’s show discussing the upcoming regulation changes to the Horse Protection Act. He explains the revisions for horse events and owners. 00:12:05 – Theileriosis and Asian Longhorned Ticks: Continuing the show is K-State veterinarian Gregg Hanzlicek talking about a cattle disease, theileriosis. Gregg explains how it will likely come to Kansas and what cattle producers can do. 866-512-5650 00:23:05 – Grazing Crop Stubble: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White and Bob Larson with special guest Scott Fritz end today’s show with part of their Cattle Chat podcast discussing grazing crop stubble. 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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1846 - 2025 Weed Guide...Meat Labels
01/14/2025
1846 - 2025 Weed Guide...Meat Labels
Chemical Weed Control Guide for 2025 What is On a Meat Label? Dairy Prices 00:01:05 – Chemical Weed Control Guide for 2025: Starting today’s show is Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, previewing the 2025 Chemical Weed Control Guide. She mentions what has changed and has been included and is not included. 00:12:05 – What is On a Meat Label?: Erin Beyer, assistant professor of sustainable meat science and industry at K-State, keeps the show rolling as she explains what can be found on meat labels. 00:23:05 – Dairy Prices: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk looks at dairy prices for the last few months of 2024 to end today’s show. He says what it may mean for Kansas dairy farms moving forward in 2025. 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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1845 - Gaining Cattle Market...Cover Your Acres Conference
01/13/2025
1845 - Gaining Cattle Market...Cover Your Acres Conference
Cattle Market Increases Cover Your Acres Geese in Kansas 00:01:05 – Cattle Market Increases: A cattle market update with Elliott Dennis, University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, begins today’s show. He discusses what the current market conditions could mean for the year. 00:12:05 – Cover Your Acres: Lucas Haag, K-State Extension agronomist, keeps the show moving as he previews the Cover Your Acres winter conference. He explains what topics presenters will be speaking on for attendees. 00:23:05 – Geese in Kansas: Ending the show is K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist Joe Gerken with information on the different groups of geese and how their population has changed. 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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