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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1836 - Cattle Market Report...2024 Weather
12/23/2024
1836 - Cattle Market Report...2024 Weather
Why You Might Want to Buy Replacement Heifers Now 2024 Weather in Kansas Why Birds Could Be Dying 00:01:05 – Why You Might Want to Buy Replacement Heifers Now: A cattle market update with Lee Schulz, the chief economist for Ever.Ag’s livestock division starts today’s show. Lee talks about cattle on feed, cold storage and replacement heifer prices. 00:12:05 – 2024 Weather in Kansas: Matt Sittel, assistant state climatologist at K-State, keeps the show rolling with a review of Kansas's weather in 2024. He explains how this year’s weather compares to previous years. 00:23:05 – Why Birds Could Be Dying: K-State wildlife specialist Drew Ricketts ends the show by discussing that people could be seeing dead waterfowl because of avian influenza and he says how people should handle those situations. 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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1835 - 2024 Ag Commodity Stories...Research to Detect ASF
12/20/2024
1835 - 2024 Ag Commodity Stories...Research to Detect ASF
Top Agriculture Commodity Stories in 2024 Advancing African Swine Fever Detection on Surfaces Above Average Temperatures for the Holidays 00:01:05 – Top Agriculture Commodity Stories in 2024: Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, kicks off today’s show with his top stories in 2024 agriculture commodities. 00:12:05 – Advancing African Swine Fever Detection on Surfaces: K-State swine nutrition veterinarian Jordan Gebhardt continues the show explaining research he has been working on that looks into the ability for African Swine Fever to be detected on surfaces. 00:23:05 – Above Average Temperatures for the Holidays: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with a weather forecast for Kansas. He says when we can expect to see cool winter 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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1834 - Understanding Farm Finances...Women Leaving a Legacy
12/19/2024
1834 - Understanding Farm Finances...Women Leaving a Legacy
Farm Finances Learning Opportunity Succession Planning Series for Women Holiday Plant Care 00:01:05 – Farm Finances Learning Opportunity: Starting today’s show is K-State farm analyst LaVell Winsor and K-State Extension farm economist Robin Reid as they discuss the update they worked on for the online Finances and the Farm course. 00:12:05 – Succession Planning Series for Women: LaVell Winsor continues the show with Ashlee Westerhold, director of the Office of Farm and Ranch Transition at K-State, to share information about the upcoming Women in Ag series: Leaving a Lasting Legacy for Midwestern Farm Women. 00:23:05 – Holiday Plant Care: K-State instructor and horticulture Extension specialist Cynthia Domenghini ends today’s show explaining how to care for holiday plants, including Christmas cactus, poinsettias and amaryllis. 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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1833 - Taxes for Speculating and Hedging...Livestock Judging Champions
12/18/2024
1833 - Taxes for Speculating and Hedging...Livestock Judging Champions
ERP Income and What to Do When Elevators Fail K-State's National Champion Livestock Judging Team Water Belly in Cattle 00:01:05 – ERP Income and What to Do When Elevators Fail: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts the show explaining the Emergency Relief Program, what happens when grain elevators fail, taxes for hedging and speculating and how people can learn from him in the coming semester. 00:12:05 – K-State's National Champion Livestock Judging Team: Moving the show forward is K-State’s livestock judging team member Jacob Klaudt and head coach Payton Dahmer as they discuss the work that went into being National Champions. 00:23:05 – Water Belly in Cattle: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White and Phillip Lancaster, joined by special guest Todd Gunderson, end today’s show by explaining water belly in cattle and the potential causes. 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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1832 - Trout Fishing in Kansas...Winter Beef Management
12/17/2024
1832 - Trout Fishing in Kansas...Winter Beef Management
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Trout Winter Beef Cattle Nutrition Demonstrations Using Technology for Improved Calf Management 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Trout: Another episode of Fins, Fur and Feathers kicks off today’s show as Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken converse about trout. They discuss where they are native and what people need to do to be able to fish for them. 00:12:05 – Winter Beef Cattle Nutrition Demonstrations: K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, Jason Warner, continues the show as he previews an upcoming educational program for cattle producers that is taking place at the Topeka Farm Show. 00:23:05 – Using Technology for Improved Calf Management: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends today’s show as he explains how dairy farmers can use technology and data to improve calf management. 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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1831 - Cattle Market Outlook...Understanding New World Screwworm
12/16/2024
1831 - Cattle Market Outlook...Understanding New World Screwworm
Strong Cattle Market New World Screwworm and HPAI Faces in Agriculture: Scott Kasl 00:01:05 – Strong Cattle Market: The show begins with livestock economist Derrell Peel from Oklahoma State University with a cattle market update. He discusses the strong market, retail prices and trade with Mexico. 00:12:05 – New World Screwworm and HPAI: Justin Smith, Kansas animal health commissioner, keeps today’s show rolling as he explains New World Screwworm and the precautions that are being taken. He also mentions that it is time to be watchful of highly pathogenic avian influenza. 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Scott Kasl: A segment of Faces in Agriculture with Scott Kasl from Republic County ends today’s show as he talks about what Kasl Christmas Tree Farm does to provide holiday magic to others. 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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1830 - December WASDE Grain Report...Dry Weather
12/13/2024
1830 - December WASDE Grain Report...Dry Weather
Grain Supply and Demand Balance Sheets, Part 1 Grain Supply and Demand Balance Sheets, Part 2 Above Normal Temperatures 00:01:05 – Grain Supply and Demand Balance Sheets, Part 1: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, kick off today’s show with a grain market outlook. In their first segment they provide an overview and also discuss supply and demand for corn and grain sorghum. 00:12:05 – Grain Supply and Demand Balance Sheets, Part 2: Continuing the show is Dan O’Brien and Guy Allen in their second segment conversing about wheat and soybeans while Guy also mentions macroeconomic changes. 00:23:05 – Above Normal Temperatures: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, ends today’s show as he provides a weather forecast for Kansas. He talks about the temperatures changes and if he expects a white Christmas. 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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1829 - Winter Fire Concerns...National Champion Crops Team
12/12/2024
1829 - Winter Fire Concerns...National Champion Crops Team
Fire Safety Reminders for the Winter K-State Crops Judging National Champion Team Storing Lawn and Garden Tools Correctly 00:01:05 – Fire Safety Remidners for the Winter: Assistant fire management officer for the Kansas Forest Service, Eric Ward, kicks off today’s show with reminders for people during the winter and holiday season. He shares concern for Christmas trees, candles, fireplaces and smoke detectors. 00:12:05 – K-State Crops Judging National Champion Team: K-State crops judging team members Lakin Giager, Molly Kane and Carissa Sohm continue the show as they talk about being crops judging National Champions. They converse about the work that went into it as well as people who made it possible. 00:23:05 – Storing Lawn and Garden Tools Correctly: Ending today’s show is K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, as he discusses how to properly store gas lawn mowers and garden tools until they are needed again 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 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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1828 - FSA Assistance for Specialty Crops...Getting Ready for Baby Goats and Sheep
12/11/2024
1828 - FSA Assistance for Specialty Crops...Getting Ready for Baby Goats and Sheep
New FSA Specialty Crop Program Preparing for Kidding and Lambing Finishing Steers 00:01:05 – New FSA Specialty Crop Program: Beginning today’s show is Dennis McKinney, Kansas Director for the USDA Farm Service Agency, to discuss a new program for specialty crop producers as well as a waiver for winter grazing CRP. 00:12:05 – Preparing for Kidding and Lambing: K-State small ruminant specialist, Kelsey Bentley, continues the show as she explains what sheep and goat producers should have on hand and be prepared for when it comes to lambing and kidding. 00:23:05 – Finishing Steers: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White and Phillip Lancaster end today’s show with part of their Cattle Chat podcast where the pair conversed about a producer wanting to finish out his own steers. 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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1827 - Greenhouse Gas in Agriculture...Trends for Dairy Operations
12/10/2024
1827 - Greenhouse Gas in Agriculture...Trends for Dairy Operations
Opportunity for U.S. Agriculture to be Greenhouse Gas Negative, Part 1 Opportunity for U.S. Agriculture to be Greenhouse Gas Negative, Part 2 Will a Trend in Dairy Fit the Operation? 00:01:05 – Opportunity for U.S. Agriculture to be Greenhouse Gas Negative, Part 1: Chuck Rice, university distinguished professor in agronomy, and Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, begin today’s show with two segments discussing a recent report, “Potential for U.S. Agriculture to be Greenhouse Gas Negative.” They explain how their research impacts agriculture in the country and Kansas. 00:12:05 – Opportunity for U.S. Agriculture to be Greenhouse Gas Negative, Part 2: Chuck and Romulo continue the show and also share how this was a collaborative effort. 00:23:05 – Will a Trend in Dairy Fit the Operation?: Ending today’s show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he encourages producers to track the trends in the industry and determine whether they’re a good fit for their operation. 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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1826 - Cattle Market Outlook...Can Fish Freeze?
12/09/2024
1826 - Cattle Market Outlook...Can Fish Freeze?
Beef Imports and Exports What Fish Do When Ice Forms Protecting the Cattle Herd from Illness 00:01:05 – Beef Imports and Exports: A cattle market update with Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, begins today’s show. He discusses the market outlook, beef exports and imports and cattle imports. 00:12:05 – What Fish Do When Ice Forms: Joe Gerken, K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, continues the show as he explains what aquatic life does during the cold months. He also reminds livestock producers about their need to make sure their animals can get water. 00:23:05 – Protecting the Cattle Herd from Illness: Ending today’s show is the Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Bob Larson, Brian Lubbers and special guest Todd Gunderson as they converse about the difference between biocontainment and biosecurity and what things they help protect against. 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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1825 - World Grain Market...Local Grain
12/06/2024
1825 - World Grain Market...Local Grain
Global Grain Market Kansas Grain Market Temperature Roller Coaster 00:01:05 – Global Grain Market: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off today’s show with his grain market outlook. In his first segment he breaks down his thoughts on the current global grain market. 00:12:05 – Kansas Grain Market: K-State grain economist, Dan O’Brien, continues the show and his grain market conversation as he talks about futures, cash and exports. 00:23:05 – Temperature Roller Coaster: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond wraps up the show as he explains the temperature changes Kansas has been experiencing. He says how long they are expected to last and if more precipitation is on the way. 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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1824 - Collecting Data on the Nano Level...Dean Minton Highlights Research
12/05/2024
1824 - Collecting Data on the Nano Level...Dean Minton Highlights Research
Nano Sensors for Agriculture November Highlights for K-State Agriculture and Extension Using Hydroponics 00:01:05 – Nano Sensors for Agriculture: K-State’s Raj Kholsa and Suprem Das begin the show today as they explain how the collaboration between themselves and others is contributing to the development of nano sensors. They say where they are in the process and what benefit a final product could bring to producers. 00:12:05 – November Highlights for K-State Agriculture and Extension: Ernie Minton, dean of K-State’s College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension, continues today’s show with a review of work that has been taking place with K-State researchers and what changes are coming for the dean. 00:23:05 – Using Hydroponics: Ending today’s show is Shawnee County horticulture agent, Lane Wiens, as he discusses the benefits of hydroponics and crops that can grow well without soil. 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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1823 - Legislation and Legal Boundary...National Champion Meat Judging Team
12/04/2024
1823 - Legislation and Legal Boundary...National Champion Meat Judging Team
Lame-Duck Legislation and Property Boundaries K-State's National Champion Meat Judging Team Non-Protein Nitrogen Considerations 00:01:05 – Lame-Duck Legislation and Property Boundaries: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins today’s show as he explains what legislation he thinks must pass, may pass and is unlikely to pass during lame-duck. He also discusses how property's boundaries could shift. 00:12:05 – K-State's National Champion Meat Judging Team: K-State meat judging coach, Travis O’Quinn, and K-State meat judging team member, Reece Geer, keep the show rolling as they converse about the work and excitement that went into being the meat judging national champions. 00:23:05 – Non-Protein Nitrogen Considerations: Ending today's show is part of the Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Phillip Lancaster and Brian Lubbers as they breakdown pros and cons of non-protein nitrogen tubs. 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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1822 - Acorns for Wildlife...More than the Price of Wheat
12/03/2024
1822 - Acorns for Wildlife...More than the Price of Wheat
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Wildlife Eating Acorns Beyond the Value of the Wheat Grain Dairy Cow Flooring 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Wildlife Eating Acorns: Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken with part of their Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast kick off today’s show. The pair discuss acorns and how people can manage for them for deer and other species to eat. 00:12:05 – Beyond the Value of the Wheat Grain: K-State's Romulo Lollato and Kansas Wheat's Aaron Harries continue the show as they explain their new campaign that is intended to help growers and others be able to share about the value received from wheat beyond the price. 00:23:05 – Dairy Cow Flooring: Ending today’s show is Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, as he says dairy cow flooring should provide traction, be easy to clean, durable and smooth enough to reduce wear on hooves. Mike discusses different flooring options. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1821 - Tree Learning and Contest...Biosecurity Research
12/02/2024
1821 - Tree Learning and Contest...Biosecurity Research
Kansas Arbor Day Contest Biosecurity for Animal Health, Part 1 Biosecurity for Animal Health, Part 2 00:01:05 – Kansas Arbor Day Contest: Starting today's show is Blaine Stroble, northeast district forester with the Kansas Forest Service, as he discusses the Kansas Arbor Day poster contest. Blaine explains how teachers and students can get involved in the contest and how what can be learned is important to trees. 00:12:05 – Biosecurity for Animal Health, Part 1: Cassie Jones, professor in animal sciences and industry, and Chad Paulk, associate professor in feed and pet food science, continue the show as the pair converse about the value of biosecurity and animal health when it comes to milling facilities and how they're doing research to help others reduce accidental disease spread. 00:23:05 – Biosecurity for Animal Health, Part 2: Cassie and Chad continue their conversation about animal health and biosecurity. 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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1820 - Update Farm Changes with FSA...December Weather Predictions
11/27/2024
1820 - Update Farm Changes with FSA...December Weather Predictions
Slow Period at the Farm Service Agency Weather Forecast for the Winter Months Feeding Cattle in Their Last Two Trimesters 00:01:05 – Slow Period at the Farm Service Agency: Beginning the show is Emily Evans, agricultural program specialist with the Kansas Farm Service Agency, as she explains why it is a slower time period for the FSA. We are also joined by Ron Wilson with a Kansas Profile. 00:12:05 – Weather Forecast for the Winter Months: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, keeps the show rolling as he provides a weather forecast. He discusses what winter could look like and what factors are playing the biggest role. 00:23:05 – Feeding Cattle in Their Last Two Trimesters: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Phillip Lancaster and Brian Lubbers end today’s show with Todd Gunderson as they converse about the importance of appropriately feeding cattle in their second and third trimesters. 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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Bonus - Recognizing a Century of Agriculture Today
11/26/2024
Bonus - Recognizing a Century of Agriculture Today
100 Years of Agriculture Today 00:00:05 – 100 Years of Agriculture Today: Former host and producer of Agriculture Today, Eric Atkinson, comes back into the studio to share the long history of Agriculture Today. He discusses key events and people who have contributed to the program over the last 100 years. Eric also explains how he hopes Agriculture Today will continue to provide valuable information to farmers and ranchers. 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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1819 - Agriculture Today is 100 Years Old...Herd Longevity
11/26/2024
1819 - Agriculture Today is 100 Years Old...Herd Longevity
100 Years of Agriculture Today, Part 1 100 Years of Agriculture Today, Part 2 Influences of a Longer-Lasting Herd 00:01:05 – 100 Years of Agriculture Today, Part 1: Starting today’s show is former longtime host and producer of Agriculture Today, Eric Atkinson, as he comes back to recap the 100 years of Agriculture Today. Eric recognizes the people like Paul DeWeese who helped make the program what it is. He also explains the changes that Agriculture Today has gone through in the last 100 years. 00:12:05 – 100 Years of Agriculture Today, Part 2: Eric Atkinson continues the show and his conversation about the 100 years of Agriculture Today. 00:23:05 – Influences of a Longer-Lasting Herd: K-State dairy specialist, Mike Brouk, ends the shows as he says forage, stocking density, resting areas, slip-resistant flooring and carefully moving cows can reduce stress and improve the health, production, pregnancy rate and longevity of the herd. 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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1818 - Consumer Meat Demand...Cold Stress in Cattle
11/25/2024
1818 - Consumer Meat Demand...Cold Stress in Cattle
Meat Demand in the Cattle Market Protecting Cattle from Cold Stress Wild Turkey Population 00:01:05 – Meat Demand in the Cattle Market: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, begins the show with a cattle market update. He discusses the October Meat Demand Monitor as well as a special demand report. 00:12:05 – Protecting Cattle from Cold Stress: K-State Extension beef veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff continues today’s show as he explains how cattle producers can check their calves for cold stress and help reduce the concerns of cold weather for their livestock. 00:23:05 – Wild Turkey Populations: Ending today’s show is K-State wildlife specialist, Drew Ricketts, as he talks about what is being done to increase turkey populations. 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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1817 - Grain Market Seasonality...Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in Co-ops
11/22/2024
1817 - Grain Market Seasonality...Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in Co-ops
Grain Prices and Movement Deductions Impact on Cooperatives Seasonable or Unseasonable Kansas Weather 00:01:05 – Grain Prices and Movement: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off today’s show discussing the current grain market. He talks through futures, exports and price seasonality for corn, grain sorghum, wheat and soybeans. 00:12:05 – Deductions Impact on Cooperatives: Keeping today’s show rolling is Brian Briggeman, director of the Arthur Capper Cooperative Center at K-State, as he explains the impact that section 199A(g) has had for cooperative’s deductions. 00:23:05 – Seasonable or Unseasonable Kansas Weather: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, ends the show with a weather outlook. He says that Kansas can expect to cool down and if the weather has been seasonable or unseasonable. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1816 - Cattle Technology...Forage and Rangeland Exploration
11/21/2024
1816 - Cattle Technology...Forage and Rangeland Exploration
Virtual Fencing and GPS Collar Research Sustainability Research at Rannells Discouraging Rabbits 00:01:05 – Virtual Fencing and GPS Collar Research: Kicking off the show today is K-State beef systems specialist, Jaymelynn Farney, as she discusses research that she has been doing in southeast Kansas looking into to the use of virtual fencing and technological ear tags. 00:12:05 – Sustainability Research at Rannells: Logan Thompson, K-State sustainable beef production specialist, and Sophie Westbrook, K-State rangeland ecology and invasive species specialist, continue the show as they explain the history of Rannell’s Preserve and how they plan to use it for research to benefit agriculture. 00:23:05 – Discouraging Rabbits: K-State wildlife specialist, Drew Ricketts, ends today’s show with information on the use of habitat modification, exclusion and removal to protect broadleaf and woody plants from rabbits. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1815 - Potential Tax and Law Issues in Agriculture...Need for Sleep
11/20/2024
1815 - Potential Tax and Law Issues in Agriculture...Need for Sleep
Tax and Legal Issues Farmers and Ranchers Could Encounter Why Good Sleep is Valuable Why a Bull Could be Prolapsing When Mounting 00:01:05 – Tax and Legal Issues Farmers and Ranchers Could Encounter: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins the show discussing water rights and conservation easements, long-term care costs, tax home, negative easements and accessing landlocked areas. 00:12:05 – Why Good Sleep is Valuable: Project consultant for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Health program at K-State, Tawnie Larson, keeps today’s show moving as she explains why good sleep is important for people’s health. 00:23:05 – Why a Bull Could be Prolapsing When Mounting: Wrapping up the show is the Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and Brian Lubbers as they talk through a listener question trying to understand why a bull is prolapsing when he breeds. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1814 - Ducks in Kansas...Cattle Feed Needs in the Winter
11/19/2024
1814 - Ducks in Kansas...Cattle Feed Needs in the Winter
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Ducks Nutritional Changes for Cattle in Cold Weather Dairy Cow Pain Management 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Ducks: Another episode of Fins, Fur and Feathers kicks off the show with K-State’s Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken. The pair discuss ducks and the issues they can create but also how people can get more in their area. 00:12:05 – Nutritional Changes for Cattle in Cold Weather: Keeping the show going is Jason Warner, K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, as he explains how nutritional needs of cattle shift as temperatures cool. 00:23:05 – Dairy Cow Pain Management: K-State dairy specialist, Mike Brouk, ends today’s show encouraging dairy farmers to consult with their veterinarian to establish new pain management protocols as the FDA warns against unapproved use of aspirin in lactating dairy cows. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1813 - Cattle Market Prices...Winterizing Pivots
11/18/2024
1813 - Cattle Market Prices...Winterizing Pivots
Why Cattle Placements are Difficult, But Important Preparing Pivots Systems for Winter Faces in Agriculture: Amanda Clausen 00:01:05 – Why Cattle Placements are Difficult, But Important: A cattle market update with Lee Schulz, chief economist of the livestock division at Ever.Ag, begins today’s show. He discusses the current market, retail beef prices, hay production and prices and why placements are difficult to project. 00:12:05 – Preparing Pivots Systems for Winter: Continuing the show is K-State water resource engineer, Jonathan Aguilar, as he provides a checklist of things people with pivot irrigation systems should work on checking off before it gets below freezing. 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Amanda Clausen: Another segment of Faces in Agriculture ends today’s show with Amanda Clausen from Jackson County. She describes her poultry operation and how they have grown in the past few years. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1812 - Shifts in the Grain Market...Cooler Weather
11/15/2024
1812 - Shifts in the Grain Market...Cooler Weather
The World Grain Market, Part 1 The World Grain Market, Part 2 A Wet November 00:01:05 – The World Grain Market, Part 1: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, kick off today’s show with a two-segment grain market update. Dan and Guy cover the domestic and international market for corn, grain sorghum, soybeans and wheat. 00:12:05 – The World Grain Market, Part 2: Guy also discusses macroeconomic topics as well grain market headlines with Dan. 00:23:05 – A Wet November: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, with this week’s weather recap and forecast. He explains how temperatures are expected to change and if Kansas will see more moisture. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1811 - Water Well Protection and Conservation...Pregnant Yearlings
11/14/2024
1811 - Water Well Protection and Conservation...Pregnant Yearlings
Private Water Well Safety and Testing Pregnant Yearling Heifer Needs Protecting Teat Health 00:01:05 – Private Water Well Safety and Testing: K-State watershed specialist, Stacie Minson, and City of Hays water conservation specialist, Holly Dickman, begin today’s show discussing what people should be evaluating when it comes to their water wells and landscape irrigation. 00:12:05 – Pregnant Yearling Heifer Needs: Continuing the show is Sandy Johnson, K-State beef reproduction specialist, as she explains considerations for cattle producers with pregnant yearling heifers. Katie Smith - 785-532-1267 00:23:05 – Protecting Teat Health: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends today’s show by offering tips for protecting exposed skin as we move into the winter months and maintaining a healthy teat condition can become challenging. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1810 - Direct vs Guaranteed FSA Loans...Approaches for Growing Replacement Heifers
11/13/2024
1810 - Direct vs Guaranteed FSA Loans...Approaches for Growing Replacement Heifers
FSA Farm Loan Programs Developing Spring-Born Heifers Using the CalfDex App 00:01:05 – FSA Farm Loan Programs: Starting the show today is Marissa Kepley, Kansas Farm Service Agency farm loan specialist, as she discusses farm loan programs at the FSA. Marissa also shares how much money has been used for these programs. 00:12:05 – Developing Spring-Born Heifers: Sandy Johnson, K-State beef reproduction specialist, keeps the show rolling as she talks about spring-born replacement heifer development. She says what research has influenced new approaches. 00:23:05 – Using the CalfDex App: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast ends today’s show as Brad White, Bob Larson, Ted Schroeder and Cambree Schmaltz converse about the app CalfDex and what it provides to producers. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1809 - Recognizing the Beef Stocker Unit...Tax Preparations
11/12/2024
1809 - Recognizing the Beef Stocker Unit...Tax Preparations
20 Years of the K-State Beef Stocker Unit Agriculture Tax Planning and Strategies Making a Longer Growing Season 00:01:05 – 20 Years of the K-State Beef Stocker Unit: Beginning today’s show is K-State Extension beef specialist, Dale Blasi, as he covers how the K-State Beef Stocker Unit began and what work they do to support cattle producers. 00:12:05 – Agriculture Tax Planning and Strategies: Kansas Farm Management Association’s podcast with KFMA economist, Chelsea Plummer, and KFMA executive directory, Mark Dikeman, continue the show as they review tax planning strategies and tools. 00:23:05 – Making a Longer Growing Season: K-State horticulture Extension specialist Cynthia Domenghini ends today’s show discussing how to use cold frames, hot caps and low tunnels to extend the growing season. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1808 - Cattle Market Data...Update on Progress at K-State
11/11/2024
1808 - Cattle Market Data...Update on Progress at K-State
Trade in the Cattle Market A Look Back at October from Ernie Minton Pros and Cons of Leaves in Ponds 00:01:05 – Trade in the Cattle Market: A cattle market update with Oklahoma State University livestock economist, Derrell Peel, starts today’s show. He discusses the market, wheat pasture prospects and trade data. 00:12:05 – A Look Back at October from Ernie Minton: Ernie Minton, dean of K-State's College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension, continues the show as he provides an update on what has been happening on-campus and how construction is going. 00:23:05 – Pros and Cons of Leaves in Ponds: Ending the show for today is K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, Joe Gerken, as he explains the benefits and concerns of leaves being in ponds and streams. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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