Agriculture Today
Agriculture Today is a daily program hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout the state. It features Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining agricultural issues facing Kansas and the nation. K-State has produced daily, agriculture broadcasts since KSAC radio went on the air in 1924. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the wellbeing of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit www.ksre.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2175 - Deterring Birds with Lasers...E15 for Farmers and Customers
05/05/2026
2175 - Deterring Birds with Lasers...E15 for Farmers and Customers
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Heron Deterrents Higher Ethanol Gas Blends Whey Expanding the Dairy Market 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Heron Deterrents: Beginning today's show is part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode as Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken chat with graduate student, Grace Lansdell, about her project on deterrents for herons. 00:12:05 – Higher Ethanol Gas Blends: Kansas Corn CEO, Josh Roe, keeps the show rolling as he explains the recent decision made in Kansas that involves higher ethanol fuel blends and the potential impact on farmers and customers. 00:23:05 – Whey Expanding the Dairy Market: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends today's show discussing how Kansas dairy producers can benefit from the expanding market of protein powder produced from whey. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2174 - Cattle Market Cash and Contracts...Concerns for Kansas Wheat
05/04/2026
2174 - Cattle Market Cash and Contracts...Concerns for Kansas Wheat
Strong Cattle Market Kansas Wheat Conditions, Part 1 Kansas Wheat Conditions, Part 2 00:01:05 – Strong Cattle Market: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, begins today's show as he highlights the strong cattle market and if there have been changes to the Meat Demand Monitor. 00:12:05 – Kansas Wheat Conditions, Part 1: The show continues with Kelsey Andersen Onofre, K-State wheat pathologist, and Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, as they discuss the current state of the wheat crop and what issues growers are currently facing. 00:23:05 – Kansas Wheat Conditions, Part 2: Kelsey and Romulo wrap up the show as they say what they hope to see for the crop and what learning opportunity is upcoming. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2173 - Grain Market Volatility...Will we Have a New Farm Bill?
05/01/2026
2173 - Grain Market Volatility...Will we Have a New Farm Bill?
Transportation and Weather Impacts on the Grain Market Flinchbaugh Center: Farm Bill Factors Precipitation in Kansas 00:01:05 – Transportation and Weather Impacts on the Grain Market: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, starts the show with a volatile grain market update. He explains what factors are contributing to the changes. 00:12:05 – Flinchbaugh Center: Farm Bill Factors: Part of the Clearing the Air podcast with K-State's Jenny Ifft and Eric Atkinson along with Brad Lubben and Mark Edelman as well as special guest Tara Smith continues the show as they chat about the Farm Bill and what they are currently seeing for it. 00:23:05 – Precipitation in Kansas: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends today's show as he discusses the recent precipitation and the lack of it in the forecast. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2172 - Tariffs Disrupting States...State Impacts from Imports and Exports
04/30/2026
2172 - Tariffs Disrupting States...State Impacts from Imports and Exports
State-Level Exposure to Tariffs, Part 1 State-Level Exposure to Tariffs, Part 2 Weed Growth in Landscapes 00:01:05 – State-Level Exposure to Tariffs, Part 1: Today's show kicks off with a conversation from K-State's Jenny Ifft, Cornell University's Wendong Zhang and the Ohio State University's Seungki Lee as they discuss how tariffs can disrupt states differently across the U.S. 00:12:05 – State-Level Exposure to Tariffs, Part 2: Wendong and Seungki continue the show as they share examples of how states could be impacted uniquely and what neighbors usually contribute to the most concern. 00:23:05 – Weed Growth in Landscapes: K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, ends today's show explaining what can be done to control spring weeds as the warmer weather and spring rains have helped lawns and weeds grow. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2171 - FSA Drought Program...Stunted or Low Performing Alfalfa
04/29/2026
2171 - FSA Drought Program...Stunted or Low Performing Alfalfa
FSA Disaster Program and Northwest Offices Alfalfa Issues and Concerns Cattle Linebreeding 00:01:05 – FSA Disaster Program and Northwest Offices: Starting off the show is David Schemm, state executive director of the Kansas Farm Service, as he chats about the supplemental disaster relief program and what he is seeing around the northwest Kansas offices. 00:12:05 – Alfalfa Issues and Concerns: Tina Sullivan, K-State Extension agronomist, keeps the show rolling by discussing alfalfa and what issues it might be experiencing. 00:23:05 – Cattle Linebreeding: The Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and Phillip Lancaster ends today's show as they converse about their thoughts on linebreeding in cattle. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2170 - Making Decisions for Cattle Turnout...Sharing Extension
04/28/2026
2170 - Making Decisions for Cattle Turnout...Sharing Extension
Decision Tree for Cattle Turnout Working in Extension New K-State Dairy Facility 00:01:05 – Decision Tree for Cattle Turnout: K-State range scientist in Hays, Keith Harmoney, kicks off the show as he highlights work he has done that provides a decision tree for cattle producers to help make turnout cattle choices. 00:12:05 – Working in Extension: The show continues with K-State's Jenny Ifft, Cornell University's Wendong Zhang and the Ohio State University's Seungki Lee as they explain how their background has impacted their work in Extension. 00:23:05 – New K-State Dairy Facility: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show discussing recently approved funding for a new K-State Dairy teaching and research facility which will include modern, cutting-edge technology for teaching, research and Extension. He says this is crucial for training the next generation of dairy scientists. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2169 - Cattle Market Factors and Impacts...Encountering Snakes
04/27/2026
2169 - Cattle Market Factors and Impacts...Encountering Snakes
Cattle Market, Beef Production and Weather Impacts Knowing How to Identify Snakes Bovine Theileriosis 00:01:05 – Cattle Market, Beef Production and Weather Impacts: Beginning today's show is Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University livestock economist, as he talks about the cattle market, global beef production and the impact weather has or could have on the industry. 00:12:05 – Knowing How to Identify Snakes: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, keeps the show rolling as he shares his annual reminders of snakes in Kansas and how people should handle encounters. 00:23:05 – Bovine Theileriosis: K-State livestock entomologist Cassandra Olds ends the show talking about bovine theileriosis. We also hear from Rod Bain and David Gruchot they discuss invasive pests and diseases. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2168 - Getting More Grain Market Data...Cattle Turnout Illnesses
04/24/2026
2168 - Getting More Grain Market Data...Cattle Turnout Illnesses
Grain Prices and Exports Cattle Health Considerations for Pasture and Breeding Heart of Severe Weather 00:01:05 – Grain Prices and Exports: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien kicks off the show with his grain market update as he explains why wheat closed higher, what the other commodities are doing in the market and what pace we are at for exports. 00:12:05 – Cattle Health Considerations for Pasture and Breeding: Keeping the show rolling is K-State veterinarian Gregg Hanzlicek as he lists a few cattle health related items that producers should keep in mind as they have summer turnout and plan for breeding. 00:23:05 – Heart of Severe Weather: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, concludes today's show as he says how we are in the heart of severe weather season and what Kansans can be expecting. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2167 - Keeping Livestock and Humans Safe at Spring Shows...Entrepreneurship Challenge for Youth
04/23/2026
2167 - Keeping Livestock and Humans Safe at Spring Shows...Entrepreneurship Challenge for Youth
Safety and Healthy Spring Show Reminders, Part 1 Spring Show Reminders, Part 2 and Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge Reducing Summer Drought Impacts on the Landscape 00:01:05 – Safety and Healthy Spring Show Reminders, Part 1: Joel DeRouchey, K-State Extension livestock specialist, starts today's show discussing reminders and tips for livestock families to hopefully have safe and healthy spring shows for the animals and humans. 00:12:05 – Spring Show Reminders, Part 2 and Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge: The show continues with Joel as he highlights what people should do when they get home from shows. We are also joined by Kansas 4-H's Zaira Sandoval and Patsy Maddy as they share about the upcoming Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge. 00:23:05 – Reducing Summer Drought Impacts on the Landscape: K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, ends the show explaining steps we can take this spring to reduce the impact a summer drought could have on the lawn and home landscape. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2166 - Agriculture in the Kansas Legislative...Setting up for Success in Cotton Planting
04/22/2026
2166 - Agriculture in the Kansas Legislative...Setting up for Success in Cotton Planting
Agriculture Decisions in the 2026 Legislative Session Cotton Planting Quality Calving Dystocia 00:01:05 – Agriculture Decisions in the 2026 Legislative Session: K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen starts the show as he reviews a few of the agriculture related decisions that were made in the 2026 Kansas legislative session. 00:12:05 – Cotton Planting Quality: Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, continues today's show as he discusses the factors of weeds, soil temperature and seed quality for cotton planting. 00:23:05 – Calving Dystocia: Ending the show is part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and Todd Gunderson as they chat about common calving issues. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2165 - Managing and Fishing for Crappie...Options for Windbreaks
04/21/2026
2165 - Managing and Fishing for Crappie...Options for Windbreaks
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Crappie Establishing Windbreaks Continued Improvement of Kansas Milk 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Crappie: Beginning today's show is part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode with Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken as they discuss crappie and the management of them in Kansas. 00:12:05 – Establishing Windbreaks: Kansas Forest Service Southwest community and rural district forester, John Klempa, keeps the show rolling as he talks about windbreaks and what options landowners have when it comes to establishing one. 00:23:05 – Continued Improvement of Kansas Milk: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show looking at 2025 data from the Central Milk Marketing Order which shows Kansas dairy producers continue to make progress in increasing butterfat content, protein percentage and decreasing somatic cell count in milk shipped off the farm. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2164 - Cattle Market Data...MGA for Heifer Breeding
04/20/2026
2164 - Cattle Market Data...MGA for Heifer Breeding
Cattle on Feed, Production and Slaughter Heifer Breeding Management Protocol Option Faces in Agriculture: Cally Miller 00:01:05 – Cattle on Feed, Production and Slaughter: A cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, begins today's show as he notes key points regarding cattle on feed, global production and trade as well as cow slaughter. 00:12:05 – Heifer Breeding Management Protocol Option: Jason Warner, K-State Extension cow-calf specialist, continues the show as he chats about the use of MGA for preparing heifers for breeding. He comments on the importance of planning ahead. 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Cally Miller: Ending the show is a segment of Faces in Agriculture with Cally Miller, K-State student originally from Butler County, as she discusses her involvement and growth in agriculture and what she would share with others wanting to be a part of the industry. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2163 - Grain Prices and Exports...Will we See More Rain in Kansas?
04/17/2026
2163 - Grain Prices and Exports...Will we See More Rain in Kansas?
Short-term and Long-term Grain Market Severe Weather in Kansas Wild Garlic and Wild Onion 00:01:05 – Short-term and Long-term Grain Market: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien begins today's show with his update on the grain market including: futures, cash, exports, longterm pricing and planting. 00:12:05 – Severe Weather in Kansas: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, moves the show forward as he recaps the recent severe weather in Kansas and what combination of precipitation and temperatures we can expect. 00:23:05 – Wild Garlic and Wild Onion: Concluding the show is K-State weed specialist Sarah Ganske discussing wild onion and wild garlic. She says what issues they cause for livestock and crop 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2162 - Champion Meat Evaluation Members...Peanut Production
04/16/2026
2162 - Champion Meat Evaluation Members...Peanut Production
National Champion Meat Animal Evaluation Team End-of-Season Peanut Yield Forecasting Spring Shrub Pruning 00:01:05 – National Champion Meat Animal Evaluation Team: K-State students Riley Miller and Olivia Nitschke start today's show as they discuss what it was like being a part of the National Champion Meat Animal Evaluation Team. 00:12:05 – Forecasting End-of-Season Peanut Yield: Continuing the show is Taylor Cunningham, K-State student in the Master of Agribusiness program, as she explains her research on peanuts that looks into forecasting end-of-season peanut yield. 00:23:05 – Spring Shrub Pruning: K-State Extension horticultural expert, Matt McKernan, ends the show with tips for pruning shrubs this spring. He says this could involve making thinning or reduction cuts, renewal cuts or rejuvenation pruning. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2161 - FSA Program Loans, Rates and Deadlines...Cutting and Maintaining Quality Hay
04/15/2026
2161 - FSA Program Loans, Rates and Deadlines...Cutting and Maintaining Quality Hay
Interest Rates and Loan Programs at FSA Improving Hay Quality Cattle Recordkeeping Program 00:01:05 – Interest Rates and Loan Programs at FSA: David Schemm, state executive director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency, begins today's show as he highlights FSA loan programs and current interest rates. 00:12:05 – Improving Hay Quality: K-State Extension agronomists Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon keep the show rolling as they discuss factors to help grow, cut and maintain quality hay. 00:23:05 – Cattle Recordkeeping Program: Ending the show is part of a Beef Cattle Institute Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and special guest Cambree Schmaltz chatting about the CalfDex project and what they want to provide 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2160 - Cattle Vaccination Choices...Taking Care of Vaccines and Syringes
04/14/2026
2160 - Cattle Vaccination Choices...Taking Care of Vaccines and Syringes
Vaccinations Before Cattle Turnout Proper Handling of Vaccines, Syringes and Needles Creating Higher-Value Dairy Bull Calves 00:01:05 – Vaccinations Before Cattle Turnout: The show starts with K-State Extension beef veterinarian, A.J. Tarpoff, as he lists his recommendations for what cattle producers should consider for vaccinating their livestock. 00:12:05 – Proper Handling of Vaccines, Syringes and Needles: A.J. continues the show as he discusses proper care of vaccinations, syringes and needles and common mistakes producers might be making. 00:23:05 – Creating Higher-Value Dairy Bull Calves: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show explaining how dairy farmers can add a vital revenue stream to their operation using beef-on-dairy genetics to transform low-value dairy bull calves into high-value beef. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2159 - Cattle Market Reactions and Slaughter...Fertilizer Recommendation Tools
04/13/2026
2159 - Cattle Market Reactions and Slaughter...Fertilizer Recommendation Tools
Cattle Prices and Industry Updates Soil and Plant Tissue Test Tools Spring Rain Showers Aquatic Impacts 00:01:05 – Cattle Prices and Industry Updates: Beginning today's show is Elliott Dennis, University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, as he discusses how the cattle market has moved, a JBS strike update, imports and an emergency plan update. 00:12:05 – Soil and Plant Tissue Test Tools: K-State's Bryan Rutter and Gustavo Roa keep the show rolling as the explain tools available to producers to help interpret soil and plant tissue tests for fertilizer recommendations. 00:23:05 – Spring Rain Showers Aquatic Impacts: Joe Gerken, K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, ends today's show as he describes how spring rain showers have an impact on water sources and aquatic life. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2158 - Wheat, Grain Sorghum, Corn and Soybean Domestic and International Market
04/10/2026
2158 - Wheat, Grain Sorghum, Corn and Soybean Domestic and International Market
What is Happening for Wheat and Grain Sorghum What is Happening for Corn and Soybeans Needing More Rain in Kansas 00:01:05 – What is Happening for Wheat and Grain Sorghum: Starting the show is K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, and the senior economist at the IGP Institute, Guy Allen, as they chat about the overall grain market and then take a closer look at wheat and grain sorghum domestically and internationally. 00:12:05 – What is Happening for Corn and Soybeans: Daniel and Guy continue the show as they discuss corn, soybeans, the U.S. dollar and freight. 00:23:05 – Needing More Rain in Kansas: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends today's show as he explains how the lack of precipitation around the state is becoming more concerning and if it will change. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2157 - Wheat Rust Outlook...Understanding Biofuels in the U.S.
04/09/2026
2157 - Wheat Rust Outlook...Understanding Biofuels in the U.S.
Kansas Wheat Rust for 2026 Flinchbaugh Center: U.S. Biofuels Managing Ticks, Chiggers and Mosquitoes 00:01:05 – Kansas Wheat Rust for 2026: K-State wheat pathologist, Kelsey Andersen Onofre, starts the show as she explains the likelihood of stripe, leaf and stem rust in Kansas this year. 00:12:05 – Flinchbaugh Center: U.S. Biofuels: The show continues with part of a Clearing the Air podcast episode from the Barry Flinchbaugh Center for Ag and Food Policy as Jenny Ifft, Mark Edelman and Scott Irwin discuss biofuels in the U.S. 00:23:05 – Managing Ticks, Chiggers and Mosquitoes: Raymond Cloyd, K-State horticultural entomologist, ends the show saying personal protection and eliminating breeding sites can help prepare for encounters with ticks, chiggers and mosquitoes. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2156 - Who Owns the Data of the Farm...What is Included on a Feed Tag
04/08/2026
2156 - Who Owns the Data of the Farm...What is Included on a Feed Tag
Intellectual Property on the Farm Evaluating Feed Tags Imports and Exports of U.S. Beef 00:01:05 – Intellectual Property on the Farm: Beginning today's show is K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen as he explains intellectual property and the scenarios in which it can impact farms, taxes and advancements. 00:12:05 – Evaluating Feed Tags: Jason Warner, K-State Extension cow-calf specialist, contributes to the show by discussing feed tags and what information should be found and evaluated. 00:23:05 – Imports and Exports of U.S. Beef: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Dustin Pendell and Bob Larson ends today's show as they talk through imports and exports of beef. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2155 - Feral Swine Damage and Management...Being Aware of Ticks
04/07/2026
2155 - Feral Swine Damage and Management...Being Aware of Ticks
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Feral Swine Ticks are Out in Kansas Dairy Employee Training 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Feral Swine: Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken from K-State start today's show with part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode where they chat about feral swine in Kansas and the management of them. 00:12:05 – Ticks are Out in Kansas: K-State livestock entomologist Cassandra Olds continues the show as she describes this year's ticks and the common concerns for animals and humans. 00:23:05 – Dairy Employee Training: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he discusses the importance of employee training on dairy farms. He says surveys show employees prefer hands-on training with a co-worker or manager with skills in a particular area over watching videos. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2154 - Increases in the Cattle Market and Demand...Seeing Already Planted Corn and Getting Planted
04/06/2026
2154 - Increases in the Cattle Market and Demand...Seeing Already Planted Corn and Getting Planted
Consumer Demand for Beef Getting Corn Planted Starch Breakdown in the Rumen 00:01:05 – Consumer Demand for Beef: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, begins today's show as talks about the cattle market and how consumer demand for beef has historically changed. He also takes a look at the Meat Demand Monitor. 00:12:05 – Getting Corn Planted: K-State Extension agronomists Logan Simon and Tina Sullivan continue the show as they discuss corn planting and what they are already seeing across the state and what they expect moving forward. 00:23:05 – Starch Breakdown in the Rumen: Ending the show is Justin Waggoner, K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, as he explains how starch breakdown can be impacted by its processing. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2153 - Grain Market Impacts and Prices...Planting Soybeans in the Field
04/03/2026
2153 - Grain Market Impacts and Prices...Planting Soybeans in the Field
How Recent USDA Grain Reports Compare to Expectations Getting Soybeans Planted Another Weather Pattern for Kansas 00:01:05 – How Recent USDA Grain Reports Compare to Expectations: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, starts the show as he discusses what was in the recent prospective plantings and grain stocks reports and the impact they've had on the market. 00:12:05 – Getting Soybeans Planted: Keeping the show rolling are K-State Extension agronomists Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon as they chat about reminders for soybean planting and what is unique this year. 00:23:05 – Another Weather Pattern for Kansas: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends today's show as recaps the recent precipitation and what weather pattern Kansans can be expecting. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2152 - Weevils and Aphids in Alfalfa...Winter Canola Freeze Concerns
04/02/2026
2152 - Weevils and Aphids in Alfalfa...Winter Canola Freeze Concerns
Continued Weevil and Aphid Concerns for Alfalfa Conditions of the Winter Canola Crop Ornamental Grass Maintenance 00:01:05 – Continued Weevil and Aphid Concerns for Alfalfa: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, kicks off the show as he provides alfalfa growers with an update on what pests he is seeing in alfalfa fields and management options that are available. 00:12:05 – Conditions of the Winter Canola Crop: Mike Stamm, K-State canola breeder, continues today's show discussing the current condition of the winter canola crop and if it was impacted by the cold weather and additional temperature swings. 00:23:05 – Ornamental Grass Maintenance: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, as he explains why now is a good time to cut back and divide ornamental grasses, such as pampas grass and switch grass, in the home landscape. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2151 - Programs for Farmers....Learning Opportunity for Women in Cattle
04/01/2026
2151 - Programs for Farmers....Learning Opportunity for Women in Cattle
FSA's Conservation Reserve Programs K-State's Cow Camp Should Calves get Vaccines and Implants Following Birth? 00:01:05 – FSA's Conservation Reserve Programs: Starting the show is David Schemm, state executive director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency, as he highlights the multiple conservation reserve programs and what emergency plans they have in place. 00:12:05 – K-State's Cow Camp: K-State beef systems specialist Jaymelynn Farney keeps the show going as she discusses the Cow Camp in eastern Kansas and what hands-on learning will take place for the attendees. 00:23:05 – Should Calves get Vaccines and Implants Following Birth?: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast ends the show as Brad White, Bob Larson and Todd Gunderson chat about calf care right after birth when it comes to vaccines and implants. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2150 - Kansas Feedlots Inputs and Outputs...Ag Tech Day for Youth
03/31/2026
2150 - Kansas Feedlots Inputs and Outputs...Ag Tech Day for Youth
Focus on Feedlots: Continued Heavy Cattle NASA STELLA at Ag Tech Day Reducing Corn Silage in Cow's Diet 00:01:05 – Focus on Feedlots: Continued Heavy Cattle: Justin Waggoner, K-State beef cattle specialist, starts today's show as he recaps the recent "Focus on Feedlots" report and where cattle are currently finishing in terms of weight. 00:12:05 – NASA STELLA at Ag Tech Day: The show continues with Jacob Orser, program support specialist with NASA Acres, as he discusses NASA's STELLA and what he will be teaching kids at the upcoming Ag Tech Day. 00:23:05 – Reducing Corn Silage in Cow's Diet: K-State dairy specialist, Mike Brouk, ends the showing saying how recent studies show that a BMR male sterile sorghum hybrid can effectively replace about 25-30% of the corn silage in a lactating cow's diet. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2149 - Supply of the Cattle Market...Agriculture in Brazil
03/30/2026
2149 - Supply of the Cattle Market...Agriculture in Brazil
Demand and Questions in the Cattle Market KARL Program Travels to Brazil Pros and Cons of Turkey Vultures 00:01:05 – Demand and Questions in the Cattle Market: A cattle market update from Oklahoma State University livestock economist, Derrell Peel, begins the show as he talks about the mixture in the futures, cash and boxed beef market. He also comments on questions he is frequently asked. 00:12:05 – KARL Program Travels to Brazil: Continuing the show are four Kansas Agriculture and Rural Leadership program participants, Trevor Pederson, Ryan Gilliland, Lisa Schemm and Janae McKinney, as they share about their current international tour in Brazil. 00:23:05 – Pros and Cons of Turkey Vultures: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, ends today's show as he discusses benefits and issues turkey vultures can cause. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2148 - Factors Outside of the Grain Market...Mites Damaging Wheat Fields
03/27/2026
2148 - Factors Outside of the Grain Market...Mites Damaging Wheat Fields
Grain Market Volatility Brown Wheat Mites Spring or Summer Weather? 00:01:05 – Grain Market Volatility: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off today's show with his grain market update where he chats about upcoming grain stocks and acreage reports and the impact they may have. 00:12:05 – Brown Wheat Mites: K-State Extension entomologist, Anthony Zukoff, continues the show as he discusses brown wheat mites and what issues they are causing for growers. 00:23:05 – Spring or Summer Weather?: Wrapping up the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond as he comments on the recent summer-like weather and if there is spring weather in the forecast. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2147 - How Wheat is in Kansas...Combination of Issues for Wheat
03/26/2026
2147 - How Wheat is in Kansas...Combination of Issues for Wheat
Wheat Status: Cold, Hot, Mites and Drought, Part 1 Wheat Status: Cold, Hot, Mites and Drought, Part 2 Pruning Trees 00:01:05 – Wheat Status: Cold, Hot, Mites and Drought, Part 1: K-State Extension agronomists Jeanne Falk Jones and Logan Simon are on today's show to explain the current status of wheat in Kansas. They mention how the cold snap impacted the crop and if they think it will recover. 00:12:05 – Wheat Status: Cold, Hot, Mites and Drought, Part 2: Jeanne and Logan continue the show and their conversation as they chat about how fields can differ in regions and their recommendations. 00:23:05 – Pruning Trees: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, discussing the basic guidelines for pruning and how to find an arborist when the project is too big to tackle yourself. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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2146 - States Impacting Food and Agricultural Laws...Marestail Control
03/25/2026
2146 - States Impacting Food and Agricultural Laws...Marestail Control
American Food Market Developments Getting a Handle on Marestail Implications of Weight-Loss Medications 00:01:05 – American Food Market Developments: Beginning the show is K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen as he explains three developments that have taken place in food and agricultural law so far in 2026. 00:12:05 – Getting a Handle on Marestail: Sarah Ganske, K-State weed specialist, adds to show as she discusses marestail and what options growers have for helping control this weed. 00:23:05 – Implications of Weight-Loss Medications: Part of a Cattle Chat podcast episode from the Beef Cattle Institute concludes today's show as Brad White chats with Abby Heidari about GLP-1 weight-loss medications. Email BCI at Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit . K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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