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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1965 - Why Volunteer Wheat is Unwanted...Getting Rid of Volunteer Wheat
07/01/2025
1965 - Why Volunteer Wheat is Unwanted...Getting Rid of Volunteer Wheat
Why it is Important to Control Volunteer Wheat Controlling Volunteer Wheat Value in Fan Maintenance 00:01:05 – Why it is Important to Control Volunteer Wheat: Jeff Whitworth, Kelsey Andersen Onofre and Sarah Lancaster begin today’s show with two segments discussing the issues volunteer wheat can cause and how it can be controlled. These K-State specialists explain the various pests that can live in volunteer wheat and what they can vector to create ongoing issues. Sarah also states what chemical management growers should consider. 00:12:05 – Controlling Volunteer Wheat: Jeff, Kelsey and Sarah continue the show and their conversation. 00:23:05 – Value in Fan Maintenance: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show discussing the importance of fan maintenance. He says just a small amount of dust on the blades significantly reduces air movement and increases energy costs. 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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1964 - Livestock Market Reports...Crops Negatively Impacted by the Weather
06/30/2025
1964 - Livestock Market Reports...Crops Negatively Impacted by the Weather
Cattle Market Update and NASS Reports Weather Damage to Wheat, Corn, Soybeans and Cotton Checking on Flooded Ponds and Rivers 00:01:05 – Cattle Market Update and NASS Reports: Today's show starts with a cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center. He discusses the market, cold storage, pigs and hogs as well as provides an update on new world screwworm. 00:12:05 – Weather Damage to Wheat, Corn, Soybeans and Cotton: K-State Extension agronomists Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon continue the show by talking about what storm damage has happened to wheat, corn, soybeans and cotton. 00:23:05 – Checking on Flooded Ponds and Rivers: Joe Gerken, K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, wraps today's show as he explains what people should check for if their ponds or rivers flooded. 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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1963 - Lower Grain Futures...Wheat Harvest Conditions
06/27/2025
1963 - Lower Grain Futures...Wheat Harvest Conditions
Grain Market Report Expectations Wet Conditions Impacting Wheat Harvest More Rain for Kansas? 00:01:05 – Grain Market Report Expectations: A grain market update from K-State grain economist Dan O'Brien begins today's show as he discusses upcoming USDA reports and why the futures market has declined. 00:12:05 – Wet Conditions Impacting Wheat Harvest: Keeping the show rolling is Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, with a wheat harvest update. He explains how the wet weather has impacted harvest progress, wheat yield and wheat quality. 00:23:05 – More Rain for Kansas?: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends the show with safety reminders about lightning and his forecast that includes potentially more rain and storms. 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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1962 - High Plains Journal Agriculture Conference...Opinions on the Ag Economy
06/26/2025
1962 - High Plains Journal Agriculture Conference...Opinions on the Ag Economy
Conference for Agriculture Producers The Flinchbaugh Focus: The Agricultural Economy Insect Activity in Kansas 00:01:05 – Conference for Agriculture Producers: Jason Warner, K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, kicks off the show by previewing the High Plains Journal Live Conference where he and other K-State specialists will be discussing the market, beef quality assurance, nutrition, farm bill and other topics. 00:12:05 – The Flinchbaugh Focus: The Agricultural Economy: Today’s show continues with part of an episode from the Barry Flinchbaugh Center for Ag and Food Policy as Mark Edelman, Iowa State University; Jenny Ifft, Kansas State University; and Brad Lubin, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, share their opinions on the agricultural economy. 00:23:05 – Insect Activity in Kansas: K-State horticultural entomologist Raymond Cloyd wraps the show with an update on insect activity in Kansas, including bagworms, European elm flea weevils and grasshoppers. 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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1961 - FSA Emergency Conservation Program...Using Lasers for Measurement of Burps
06/25/2025
1961 - FSA Emergency Conservation Program...Using Lasers for Measurement of Burps
FSA County Committee Elections Using Lasers to Measure Cow Burps Redwater Disease in Cattle 00:01:05 – FSA County Committee Elections: Kansas Farm Service Agency agricultural program specialist, Allison Womack, starts the show as she chats about county committee elections, the emergency conservation program, acreage reporting and other FSA programs. 00:12:05 – Using Lasers to Measure Cow Burps: Continuing the show is Brian Washburn, physicist and project leader at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, discussing how he and a team are using lasers to measure cow burps. 00:23:05 – Redwater Disease in Cattle: Brad White, Bob Larson and Brian Herrin end the show as they talk about redwater disease and what it is on a recent Cattle Chat podcast from the Beef Cattle Institute. 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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1960 - Can a Woodchuck Chuck Wood?...Breeding Goats and Sheep
06/24/2025
1960 - Can a Woodchuck Chuck Wood?...Breeding Goats and Sheep
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Groundhogs Making Sure Goats and Sheep are Ready for Breeding Tracking Heat Stress with Technology 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Groundhogs: Today’s show begins with Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken from K-State on their Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast discussing groundhogs, the damage they can do, how to control them, but also the positives they provide. 00:12:05 – Making Sure Goats and Sheep are Ready for Breeding: K-State small ruminant specialist, Kelsey Bentley, continues the show talking about preparing ewes and does for breeding season. She lists what steps producers should take to hopefully have the healthiest dams and offspring. 00:23:05 – Tracking Heat Stress with Technology: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show as he says there is technology that can help producers track and better manage heat stress in their livestock on 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 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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1959 - Economic Influences for the Cattle Market...4-H in the Summer
06/23/2025
1959 - Economic Influences for the Cattle Market...4-H in the Summer
Meat is Having Its Moment Summer Youth Opportunities Ticks and Thrips 00:01:05 – Meat is Having Its Moment: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, kicks off the show with a cattle market update. He mentions macroeconomic issues that are impacting the cattle market and how meat is having its moment. 00:12:05 – Summer Youth Opportunities: Keeping the show rolling is Beth Hinshaw and Amy Collins with Kansas 4-H as they discuss activities youth and 4-Hers have the opportunity to participate in this summer. 00:23:05 – Ticks and Thrips: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, wraps up today’s show as he explains how thrips, ticks and mosquitoes could be bothering people. 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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1958 - Higher Wheat Futures...The Cause of Corn Stunt
06/20/2025
1958 - Higher Wheat Futures...The Cause of Corn Stunt
A Bit of Positivity in the Grain Market Corn Stunt Kansas Weather Impacted by Hurricane 00:01:05 – A Bit of Positivity in the Grain Market: A grain market update from K-State grain economist Dan O’Brien kicks off today’s show as he mentions prices, corn crop risk and market volatility. 00:12:05 – Corn Stunt: Continuing the show is Rodrigo Onofre, K-State row crop plant pathologist, as he discusses corn stunt for growers. He says what the vector of the disease is - the corn leafhopper - and what growers can do for control. Rodrigo - 785-477-0171 00:23:05 – Kansas Weather Impacted by Hurricane: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, wraps up the show with his weather forecast. He explains how the recent hurricane impacts Kansas weather. 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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1957 - Getting Ahead of Mosquitoes...Elevating Extension
06/19/2025
1957 - Getting Ahead of Mosquitoes...Elevating Extension
Reducing Mosquitoes Elevation of Extension, Part 1 Elevation of Extension, Part 2 00:01:05 – Reducing Mosquitoes: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, begins the show as he talks about mosquitoes. He says what is the best for managing them and the health issues they can carry. 00:12:05 – Elevation of Extension, Part 1: Continuing the show is Gregg Hadley, assistant vice president and director for Extension, and Tim Steffensmeier, assistant vice president and director of engagement and outreach at K-State, as they discuss the Elevation of Extension. They explain what it means for the University, Extension, stakeholders, farmers and ranchers. In today’s last two segments, they also say what led to this decision. 00:23:05 – Elevation of Extension, Part 2: Tim and Gregg end the show as they conclude their conversation about the Elevation of Extension. 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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1956 - Passing on a Legacy...Tar Spot in Kansas
06/18/2025
1956 - Passing on a Legacy...Tar Spot in Kansas
Agricultural Law and Taxation Common Questions Scouting and Controlling Tar Spot Monitoring Cattle on Pasture 00:01:05 – Agricultural Law and Taxation Common Questions: K-State and Washburn law professor, Roger McEowen, kicks off today’s show discussing what a legacy is, liability of blowing dirt, what a trade or business is, and accessing landlocked parcels. 00:12:05 – Scouting and Controlling Tar Spot: Keeping the show rolling is K-State row crop plant pathologist, Rodrigo Onofre, as he explains where tar spot is in Kansas and how growers can handle this corn disease. Rodrigo - 785-477-0171 00:23:05 – Monitoring Cattle on Pasture: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Dustin Pendell, Phillip Lancaster, Bob Larson and Jordana Zimmermann ends the show conversing about checking in on cattle health while they are out on pasture. 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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1955 - Planting After Wheat Harvest...Double Cropping Options
06/17/2025
1955 - Planting After Wheat Harvest...Double Cropping Options
Double Crop Options, Part 1 Double Crop Options, Part 2 Dairy Expectations for 2025-26 00:01:05 – Double Crop Options, Part 1: Today’s show starts with two segments from K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster and K-State Extension agronomists Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon as they discuss soybeans, sunflowers, corn, grain sorghum and summer annual forages as double crop options for growers after wheat harvest. The group also mentions what weed control should be considered and the concern of volunteer wheat. 00:12:05 – Double Crop Options, Part 2: Sarah, Tina and Logan continue their conversation on double crop options. 00:23:05 – Dairy Expectations for 2025-26: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show passing along the latest data from the administrator of the Central Milk Marketing Order and what producers might expect to see for the remainder of 2025 into 2026. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State 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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1954 - Cattle Market Outlook...Technology Field Day
06/16/2025
1954 - Cattle Market Outlook...Technology Field Day
Cattle Market Records TAPS Competition and Field Day Turtles in Kansas 00:01:05 – Cattle Market Records: Beginning today's show is Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University livestock economist, with a cattle market update. Derrell talks about the current cattle market records and what factors are influencing them. 00:12:05 – TAPS Competition and Field Day: K-State communications specialist, Kelsey Stremel, keeps today's show rolling as she discusses this year's TAPS competition and upcoming field days. 00:23:05 – Turtles in Kansas: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, wraps up the show talking about why people could be seeing more turtles, how to identify them and turtle regulations. 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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1953 - Grain Market Movement...Attitudes in the Grain Market
06/13/2025
1953 - Grain Market Movement...Attitudes in the Grain Market
Wheat and Corn Market Grain Sorghum and Soybean Market, and Macroeconomic Topics Heating Up in Kansas 00:01:05 – Wheat and Corn Market: Dan O'Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, begin the show with two segments discussing the grain market. They start with talking about the wheat and corn market domestically and internationally. 00:12:05 – Grain Sorghum and Soybean Market, and Macroeconomic Topics: Continuing the show with their grain market conversation is Dan O'Brien and Guy Allen. They start with grain sorghum and soybeans and then look into other macroeconomic topics. 00:23:05 – Heating Up in Kansas: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond as he explains how we have heated up and what his forecast is for the next week. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1952 - A Few Pests That Could be in Your Crop Field...Artificial Intelligence for Agriculture
06/12/2025
1952 - A Few Pests That Could be in Your Crop Field...Artificial Intelligence for Agriculture
Crop Field Pests Artificial Intelligence in Kansas Deadheading Flowers 00:01:05 – Crop Field Pests: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, kicks off today’s show as he talks about how wheat stem maggots, burrowing bugs and chinch bugs could be causing damage in crop fields. 00:12:05 – Artificial Intelligence in Kansas: Keeping the show rolling are Ajay Sharda and Rod Schaub with K-State as they discuss the upcoming A.I. in Kansas Agriculture conference and why technology and innovation is important to agriculture. 00:23:05 – Deadheading Flowers: K-State horticulture Extension specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends the show explaining the process for deadheading plants in the home landscape, which is the practice of removing faded, damaged or dead flower heads from plants to encourage more blooms. 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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1951 - Farm Service Agency Deadlines...Decisions for Annual Forage Insurance
06/11/2025
1951 - Farm Service Agency Deadlines...Decisions for Annual Forage Insurance
FSA Programs with Open Enrollment Annual Forage Insurance Tariffs Impacting the Beef Cattle Industry 00:01:05 – FSA Programs with Open Enrollment: Michael Martin, Kansas Farm Service Agency agriculture program specialist, starts the show as he discusses what programs are currently happening at FSA and why it is important for growers to report their acres. 00:12:05 – Annual Forage Insurance: Continuing the show is Jenny Ifft, Logan Simon and John Holman as they talk about annual forages and annual forage insurance. They say what growers should consider when making selections. 00:23:05 – Tariffs Impacting the Beef Cattle Industry: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Dustin Pendell, Bob Larson and Phillip Lancaster wrap the show as they converse about what impact from tariffs producers could see. 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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1950 - Mixing Pond Water...Checking out and Caring for Trees
06/10/2025
1950 - Mixing Pond Water...Checking out and Caring for Trees
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Stratification and Fish Kill Champion Trees and Summer Tree Care Growth in the Milk Industry 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Stratification and Fish Kill: Part of another Fins, Fur and Feathers episode from Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken begins today’s show. Joe explains stratification in ponds and how people can help prevent fish kills. 00:12:05 – Champion Trees and Summer Tree Care: Brady Wolken and Blaine Stoble with the Kansas Forest Service keep the show moving as they discuss Champion Trees in Kansas and how to properly care for trees in the summer months. 00:23:05 – Growth in the Milk Industry: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he looks at some of the 2024 milk production numbers for Kansas and the Midwest, which he says are growth areas for the milk industry. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1949 - Regional Cattle Prices...Sericea Lespedeza
06/09/2025
1949 - Regional Cattle Prices...Sericea Lespedeza
Feeder and Fed Cattle Prices Sericea Lespedeza Management Faces in Agriculture: Michael Springer 00:01:05 – Feeder and Fed Cattle Prices: Today's show begins with a cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, as he focuses on feeder and fed cattle prices as well as cattle trade. 00:12:05 – Sericea Lespedeza Management: Tina Sullivan, K-State Extension agronomist, continues the show as she explains how to manage sericea lespedeza, which can be an issue in pastures. Luke Byers - or 785-632-5335 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Michael Springer: A segment of Faces in Agriculture with Michael Springer, who is located in Montgomery and Wilson County, ends the show as he discusses Springer Family Foods. 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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1948 - Geopolitical Concerns for the Grain Market...Wheat Crop
06/06/2025
1948 - Geopolitical Concerns for the Grain Market...Wheat Crop
A Positive of Lower Grain Prices Update on Kansas Wheat Drought Improvements 00:01:05 – A Positive of Lower Grain Prices: A grain market update from K-State grain economist, Dan O'Brien, kickstarts today's show as he discusses low prices, strong exports, and geopolitical uncertainty. 00:12:05 – Update on Kansas Wheat: Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, keeps the show moving as he provides an update on the Kansas wheat crop. He mentions how the growing season has gone, disease concerns and harvest expectations. 00:23:05 – Drought Improvements: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with this week's weather update as he mentions the recent rain and if it will continue. 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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1947 - Pivot Irrigation Efficiency...Old World and Broomsedge Bluestem Grass Control
06/05/2025
1947 - Pivot Irrigation Efficiency...Old World and Broomsedge Bluestem Grass Control
Maximizing Pivot System Efficiency Managing Old World Bluestem and Broomsedge Native and Ornamental Grasses for Kansas 00:01:05 – Maximizing Pivot System Efficiency: Beginning today’s show is K-State water resource engineer Jonathan Aguilar as he discusses ways to maximize water efficiency in pivot irrigation systems. 00:12:05 – Managing Old World Bluestem and Broomsedge: Tina Sullivan, K-State Extension agronomist, keeps the show rolling talking about Old World Bluestem and broomsedge bluestem. She explains how to identify and manage the plants. 00:23:05 – Native and Ornamental Grasses for Kansas: Johnson County horticulture Extension agent, Markis Hill, ends the show with what native and ornamental grasses are suitable for Kansas’ conditions. 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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1946 - Bills and Cases from D.C. Impacting Agriculture...Getting Clothes Clean
06/04/2025
1946 - Bills and Cases from D.C. Impacting Agriculture...Getting Clothes Clean
What's Happening in the Government? Importance of Good Laundry Care Clostridial Cattle Diseases 00:01:05 – What's Happening in the Government?: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins today’s show as he explains things that are happening in the government. He talks about a reconciliation bill, the MAHA report, tariffs and a Swampbuster case. 00:12:05 – Importance of Good Laundry Care: Continuing the show is Tawnie Larson, project manager for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Health program at K-State, as she discusses the importance of properly washing clothing after working with animals or pesticides. 00:23:05 – Clostridial Cattle Diseases: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Brad White and Brian Lubbers wrap the show as they explain clostridial diseases and what causes them. 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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1945 - Reducing Heat Stress in Cattle...Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge
06/03/2025
1945 - Reducing Heat Stress in Cattle...Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge
Shade and Limit Feeding for Cattle in the Summer Kansas Entrepreneurship Challenge Dairy Fly Control Methods 00:01:05 – Shade and Limit Feeding for Cattle in the Summer: Starting the show is K-State Extension beef veterinarian, A.J. Tarpoff, and K-State Extension beef specialist, Dale Blasi, as they talk about how cattle producers should consider limit feeding and shade to help reduce concerns of heat stress for cattle. 00:12:05 – Kansas Entrepreneurship Challenge: Kansas 4-H special projects administrator, Patsy Maddy, continues the show explaining the Kansas Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge. She says how adults can support the challenge and what youth can do. 00:23:05 – Dairy Fly Control Methods: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show discussing effective fly control methods for calf-rearing areas. 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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1944 - Cattle Demand and Financial Sentiment...Dealing with Termites and Ants
06/02/2025
1944 - Cattle Demand and Financial Sentiment...Dealing with Termites and Ants
Steady Cattle Market Ants and Termites in Homes and Buildings Piping Plover Characteristics 00:01:05 – Steady Cattle Market: A cattle market update from K-State livestock economist Glynn Tonsor begins today’s show. Glynn talks about the current market prices while also explaining what impacts consumers’ meat demand. 00:12:05 – Ants and Termites in Homes and Buildings: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show rolling as he discusses ants and termites. He has been receiving multiple questions and wants to let people know what they can look for and how they can handle the situation. 00:23:05 – Piping Plover Characteristics: Ending the show is K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist Joe Gerken as he explains what Piping Plovers are and if they are in Kansas. 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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1943 - Grain Market Prices...Current Weather Pattern
05/30/2025
1943 - Grain Market Prices...Current Weather Pattern
Potential Outcomes for Crops More Precipitation in Kansas? Protecting Against Ticks 00:01:05 – Potential Outcomes for Crops: Dan O’Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off today’s show with his grain market update. He touches on futures and cash prices as well as the likelihood of different outcomes for crops. 00:12:05 – More Precipitation in Kansas?: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, continues the show as he talks about the recent moisture Kansas received and how it influences the forecast in the coming weeks. 00:23:05 – Protecting Against Ticks: A reminder for staying safe around ticks from K-State veterinary entomologist, Cassandra Olds, ends the show. She comments on keeping them off your skin, appropriate removal and what to do afterwards. 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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1942 - Understanding Rabies in Cattle...Mental Health for Farmers and Ranchers
05/29/2025
1942 - Understanding Rabies in Cattle...Mental Health for Farmers and Ranchers
Rabies in Cattle KFMA: Mental Health in Agriculture Weeds in the Garden and Landscape 00:01:05 – Rabies in Cattle: Gregg Hanzlicek, K-State veterinarian, kicks off today’s show as he discusses rabies in cattle. He explains how cattle usually get rabies and what producers could see in their livestock if they have it. 866-512-5650 00:12:05 – KFMA: Mental Health in Agriculture: Keeping the show rolling is part of the Kansas Farm Management Association’s podcast with Chelsea Plummer and K-State’s Elaine Johannes as they talk about mental health with a focus on agriculture and rural communities. 00:23:05 – Weeds in the Garden and Landscape: K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, ends today’s show with options for keeping weeds under control in the garden or 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 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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1941 - New Director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency...Too Much Water for Crops?
05/28/2025
1941 - New Director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency...Too Much Water for Crops?
David Schemm Returns to Kansas FSA Crops in Saturated Soils What to do With Herpes in Cattle 00:01:05 – David Schemm Returns to Kansas FSA: Beginning today’s show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as we learn more about him as he begins in this role of state executive director for the second time. He mentions what his goals are for the agency. 00:12:05 – Crops in Saturated Soils: K-State Extension agronomist Tina Sullivan continues the show as she explains what concerns she has for crops from the recent weather. Tina discusses wheat, corn and soybeans. 00:23:05 – What to do With Herpes in Cattle: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and Brian Lubbers concludes the show as they converse about a listener question asking about herpes 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 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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1940 - Bringing Back Wildlife...Futures Prices in the Cattle Market
05/27/2025
1940 - Bringing Back Wildlife...Futures Prices in the Cattle Market
Fins, Fur and Feathers: Dire Wolves Cattle Market Headlines Controlling Flies at a Dairy 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Dire Wolves: Part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode with Drew Ricketts, Joe Gerken and specialist guest Danny Lindahl begins today’s show. They discuss dire wolves and what they could mean for the environment. 00:12:05 – Cattle Market Headlines: A cattle market update from University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, Elliott Dennis, keeps the show moving as he talks about futures prices, the Cattle on Feed report, JBS and new world screwworm. 00:23:05 – Controlling Flies at a Dairy: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he says producers can get a jump on controlling flies on the dairy by using a multi-pronged approach that combines sanitation, biological control and targeted insecticides. 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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1939 - Positive Hard Red Winter Wheat Exports...Improving Swine Research at K-State
05/23/2025
1939 - Positive Hard Red Winter Wheat Exports...Improving Swine Research at K-State
Support in the Grain Market New K-State Swine Nursery More Rain in Kansas 00:01:05 – Support in the Grain Market: K-State grain economist Dan O'Brien starts the show by looking into the futures, cash and exports of the grain market. 00:12:05 – New K-State Swine Nursery: Joel DeRouchey, K-State Extension swine specialist, keeps today's show rolling as he discusses the new swine nursery that will benefit students, the industry and stakeholders. 00:23:05 – More Rain in Kansas: The show ends with a weather update from K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond. He explains who saw severe weather this past week and if we can expect moisture in the coming week. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to . Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan
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1938 - Alfalfa Pest Update...Looking into Lowering Cattle Input Costs
05/22/2025
1938 - Alfalfa Pest Update...Looking into Lowering Cattle Input Costs
Should Growers Spray Their Alfalfa for Pests? Minimizing Costs for Cattle Producers Adding Perennials to the Landscape 00:01:05 – Should Growers Spray Their Alfalfa for Pests?: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, kicks off the show, reminding alfalfa growers of what insects they could be seeing and if they should spray. 00:12:05 – Minimizing Costs for Cattle Producers: K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, Jason Warner, and K-State agricultural economist, Dustin Pendell, continue today’s show as they converse about what cattle producers should track and manage if they are hoping to minimize costs. 00:23:05 – Adding Perennials to the Landscape: Ending today’s show is K-State Research and Extension Central Kansas horticulture agent, Jason Graves, discussing the importance of soil health for adding heat-loving perennials to 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 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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1937 - Extending Tax Cuts and Jobs Act...Taking Control of Brush Species
05/21/2025
1937 - Extending Tax Cuts and Jobs Act...Taking Control of Brush Species
Tax Legislation for "One, Big, Beautiful Bill" Brush and Poison Ivy Control Cattle Health Metrics 00:01:05 – Tax Legislation for "One, Big, Beautiful Bill": Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts the show explaining a recent piece of legislation. He talks about the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” and what it means for taxpayers, farmers and ranchers. 00:12:05 – Brush and Poison Ivy Control: Keeping the show rolling is K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster as she discusses how to control buckbrush, roughleaf dogwood, smooth sumac and poison ivy. 00:23:05 – Cattle Health Metrics: The Beef Cattle Institute’s Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Brian Lubbers, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and guest Logan Thompson end the show as they say what health metric they would like to see measured. 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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1936 - 2024 State Farm Income...KFMA Summary for Associations
05/20/2025
1936 - 2024 State Farm Income...KFMA Summary for Associations
KFMA State Summary for 2024 KFMA Association Summary for 2024 All Breeds Junior Dairy Show 00:01:05 – KFMA State Summary for 2024: Beginning today’s show is Mark Dikeman, Kansas Farm Management Association executive director, reviewing the 2025 state income summary for Kansas agricultural operations. He discusses what contributed to farm income. 00:12:05 – KFMA Association Summary for 2024: Kansas Farm Management Association economists Dillon Rapp, Glenn Conover, Lindsay Bryant, Jake Grinstead, Craig Althauser and Clay Simons continue the show as they recap what 2024 farm income looked like for their association. 00:23:05 – All Breeds Junior Dairy Show: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show by previewing the upcoming Kansas All Breeds Junior Dairy Show being held June 19-21 in Salina, Kansas. 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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