Podcasts about k state research

Asian Longhorned Tick Staying Safe on Roads Community Gardens   00:01:05 – Asian Longhorned Tick: A discussion on Asian Longhorned Ticks with Justin Smith, Kansas animal health commissioner, and A.J. Tarpoff, K-State Extension beef veterinarian, begins today's show. They talk about the tick and their recommendations. agriculture.ks.gov Asian Longhorned Tick Identified in Kansas   00:12:05 – Staying Safe on Roads: Ed Brokesh and Madison Sultz from K-State's department of biological and agricultural engineering continue the show with reminders about roadway safety as many parts of the state are in harvest.    00:23:05 – Community Gardens: Ending the show is Extension horticulture agent from the Meadowlark District, Laura Phillips, as she explains four components to establishing and sustaining a successful community garden.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Benefits of Crop Residue Barton County Producer's Transitions and Involvement Crop Concerns for Cattle   00:01:05 – Benefits of Crop Residue: Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, and John Holman, K-State cropping systems and forage agronomist, kick off the show as they explain the value of crop residue in fields and how it helps. Management Considerations Before Baling Corn Residue Crop Residues: Nutritive Value and Options for Grazing   00:12:05 – Barton County Producer's Transitions and Involvement: Keeping the show going is Keith Miller, a farmer in Barton County, discussing his operation and how it transitioned as well as how he made the decision to add hired labor.   00:23:05 – Crop Concerns for Cattle: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast ends today's show as Brad White, Bob Larson, Scott Fritz and Jason Warner talk about things that could be concerning to growers in sorghum. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Deer Hunting Plots 3rd Annual Landowner Conference at K-State Corn Variety Changes   00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Deer Hunting Plots: Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken start today's show with part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode discussing food and hunting plots for deer.  Fins, Fur, and Feathers wildlife.k-state.edu   00:12:05 – 3rd Annual Landowner Conference at K-State: K-State Extension farm economist, Robin Reid, and Director of the Office of Farm and Ranch Transition at K-State, Ashlee Westerhold, continue the show highlighting and previewing the Kansas Landowner Conference and what attendees could learn.  AgManager.info/Landowner   00:23:05 – Corn Variety Changes: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends the show explaining the move away from brown midrib hybrid corn varieties and how that will impact seed offerings for 2026.        Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Bullish Cattle Market Hazardous Gases Beef Cattle Breed Diversity   00:01:05 – Bullish Cattle Market: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, begins today's show discussing the bullish cattle markets and the value of public data.  2025 Beef Stocker Field Day Presentations   00:12:05 – Hazardous Gases: Keeping the show moving is Mitch Ricketts, professor of agricultural safety and health at K-State, as he reminds listeners about the concerns and dangers of hazardous exhaust gases. Protecting Yourself from Respiratory Hazards in Agriculture   00:23:05 – Beef Cattle Breed Diversity: The Beef Cattle Institue's Brad White, Bob Larson and Phillip Lancaster end the show as they share their thoughts on adding more cattle breeds to a herd.    bci@ksu.edu      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

WASDE Report Insights Youth and Volunteer Leadership Forum Weather and Wind   00:01:05 – WASDE Report Insights: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, begins the show with a grain market update were he highlights what he and others expected from the WASDE report and how the harvest grain market is looking.   00:12:05 – Youth and Volunteer Leadership Forum: Beth Hinshaw and Patsy Maddy with Kansas 4-H keep today's show going as they discuss an upcoming youth and volunteer leadership forum and the Kansas Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.   00:23:05 – Weather and Wind: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond as he explains our recent temperature change and what windy conditions can be expected.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Forage Quality on Conservation Reserve Program Land Continuing Advancing Biosecurity Current Insect Pests   00:01:05 – Forage Quality on Conservation Reserve Program Land: Jason Warner, K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, kicks off today's show as he discusses research looking into forage quality on land in the Conservation Reserve Program.   00:12:05 – Continuing Advancing Biosecurity: Continuing today's show is Jackie McClaskey, CEO and President of the American Royal Association, as she shares her perspective on biosecurity and what people can do. She talked on this topic at the Flinchbaugh Forum. FlinchbaughCenter.com Kansas Income Tax Institute Crop Insurance Workshop AgManager.info   00:23:05 – Current Insect Pests: K-State horticultural entomologist, Raymond Cloyd, ends the show covering a variety of current insect pests, including mimosa webworm, fall armyworm and crickets.        Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Crop Insurance and Selling Farmland Provisions Continued Wheat Planting Pest Concerns Backfat Impact on Breeding Soundness   00:01:05 – Crop Insurance and Selling Farmland Provisions: K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen starts the show by explaining changes for young farmers and ranchers using crop insurance as well as provisions for certain cases of buying and selling farmland.    00:12:05 – Continued Wheat Planting Pest Concerns: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show rolling as he provides an update on the wheat curl mite, armyworm, false wireworm and Hessian fly which can impact wheat planting.    00:23:05 – Backfat Impact on Breeding Soundness: Ending the show is part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and Todd Gunderson as they discuss how backfat impacts bull's breeding soundness exams.   BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

2025 Gardiner Lecturer: Megin Nichols, Part 1 2025 Gardiner Lecturer: Megin Nichols, Part 2 Testing Colostrum   00:01:05 – 2025 Gardiner Lecturer: Megin Nichols, Part 1: Today's show begins with Megin Nichols, a veterinarian and public health leader that is this year's Henry C. Gardiner lecturer, as she explains her One Health approach. She discusses the relationship between animal and human health. Megin also mentions times when biosecurity and health is sometimes forgotten. Henry C. Gardiner   00:12:05 – 2025 Gardiner Lecturer: Megin Nichols, Part 2: Megin Nichols continues the show. KSUBeef.org   00:23:05 – Testing Colostrum: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show saying dairy producers who aren't testing the level of immunoglobulins in colostrum are just guessing as to whether the calf receives enough to result in effective passive immunity. He discusses how the test is conducted.       Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Seasonality in the Cattle Market Winter Canola Expansion and Improvement Wildlife Color Combinations   00:01:05 – Seasonality in the Cattle Market: A cattle market update with Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University livestock economist, begins today's show as he talks about a pause in the market and how different sectors are doing.  Derrell.Peel@okstate.edu  Cow-Calf Corner Newsletter   00:12:05 – Winter Canola Expansion and Improvement: Continuing today's show is K-State's Mike Stamm and Scoular's Ed Prosser as they explain how canola has expanded in Kansas and what research has improved the crop.   00:23:05 – Wildlife Color Combinations: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, ends the show discussing common color combinations in wildlife and how it impacts how they are preyed on.       Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

USDA Reports and Grain Market Movement Beginning Farmer and Rancher Conferences Weekend Fire Weather   00:01:05 – USDA Reports and Grain Market Movement: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, begins today's show discussing an up futures market and what changes the USDA made in their recent small grains and stocks reports. Daniel O'Brien on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Beginning Farmer and Rancher Conferences: Keeping the show moving is K-State Extension farm economist Robin Reid and Director of the Office of Farm and Ranch Transition at K-State Ashlee Westerhold as they preview the new Beginning Farmer/Rancher Conferences. AgManager.info/beginningfarmer   00:23:05 – Weekend Fire Weather: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond wraps today's show as he explains why we have been having lots of dew in the morning and what weather change he is expecting.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Wheat Planting Conditions and Wheat Streak Mosaic Crickets Coming Out of Crops and Into Homes Decorating with Seasonal Options   00:01:05 – Wheat Planting Conditions and Wheat Streak Mosaic: K-State wheat production specialist, Romulo Lollato, and K-State wheat pathologist, Kelsey Andersen Onofre, kick off the show explaining the current wheat planting conditions and how wheat streak mosaic virus may have been impacted by armyworms. Free Wheat Streak Mosaic Virus Testing Wheat Planting Tips   00:12:05 – Crickets Coming Out of Crops and Into Homes: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, continues today's show as he breaks down the common crickets in Kansas and how to help stop them from coming into homes.    00:23:05 – Decorating with Seasonal Options: Ending the show is K-State horticulture instructor, Cynthia Domenghini, passing along some decorating ideas using seasonal flowers, pumpkins, gourds and more.       Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

More FSA Financial Assistance for Farmers Soybeans Drying Down for Harvest Heart Conditions in Livestock   00:01:05 – More FSA Financial Assistance for Farmers: Starting the show is David Schemm, state executive director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency, as he discusses expanded FSA programs and a summary from the recent report from Secretary Rollins.  Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – Soybeans Drying Down for Harvest: K-State Extension agronomist Tina Sullivan keeps the show going as she explains the drying down process for soybeans and what the crop looks like around the state.  Soybean Seed Filling and Dry Down Rate Before Harvest   00:23:05 – Heart Conditions in Livestock: Brad White, Bob Larson and Todd Gunderson with part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast end the show where they talk about heart disease in many species and its impact on the animal.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Aerating Ponds What Mike Johanns is Watching in Agriculture Revised USDA Numbers Impact Dairy   00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Aerating Ponds: Part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode with Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken kicks off today's show as they explain the importance of aeration, methods of aerating and if you can aerate too much. Fins, Fur, and Feathers wildlife.k-state.edu   00:12:05 – What Mike Johanns is Watching in Agriculture: Continuing the show is a panelist from the Flinchbaugh Forum Mike Johanns, former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, as he discusses his career and what he is keeping in an eye on in agriculture and what he encourages farmers and ranchers to pay attention to. Flinchbaughcenter.com   00:23:05 – Revised USDA Numbers Impact Dairy: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show looking at the potential impact the revised USDA milk production, All Milk price for 2025 and cow numbers could have on the dairy industry.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Still Consuming Beef Spurge and Musk Thistle Control, Part 1 Spurge and Musk Thistle Control, Part 2   00:01:05 – Still Consuming Beef: University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, Elliott Dennis, starts the show discussing what we may see in a farm bill regarding livestock traceability as well as continued beef consumption despite higher prices for consumers.   00:12:05 – Spurge and Musk Thistle Control, Part 1: Tina Sullivan, Molly Reichenborn and Sarah Lancaster from K-State team up together to finish the last two segments of today's show talking about spurges and musk thistle. They explore various control options, where they are most likely to be found and when the best time to manage them is.  Spurges Musk Thistle eUpdate.agronomy.ksu.edu   00:23:05 – Spurge and Musk Thistle Control, Part 2: The show ends with Tina and Molly continuing their conversation.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Meal prepping is essentially planning and preparing meals, or parts of a meal, in advance of when you anticipate eating that meal or snack. Johnson County Extension, nutrition, food safety and health agent, Chelsea King, says meal prepping saves time in the kitchen, reduces food costs and food waste, and can help people eat healthier. She discusses six steps for getting started with meal planning and prepping. Sound Living is a weekly public affairs program addressing issues related to families and consumers. It is hosted by Jeff Wichman. Each episode shares the expertise of K-State specialists in fields such as child nutrition, food safety, adult development and aging, youth development, family resource management, physical fitness and more. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. 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.

Topics this week include Wheat Planting Tips, How to Forage Sample, Food Plots, Gourds, and more from K-State Research and Extension's Wildcat District.

Grain Report Expectations BRD Treatment Studies Wet or Dry Weather Ahead?   00:01:05 – Grain Report Expectations: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien begins today's show by discussing the upcoming USDA Grain Stock and Small Grains report expectations, as well as a positive outlook for corn exports. Daniel O'Brien on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – BRD Treatment Studies: The show continues with David Renter, director of the Center for Outcomes Research and Epidemiology at K-State, as he explains research he and his team have done looking into treatment choices for Bovine Respiratory Disease. Center for Outcomes Research and Epidemiology at K-State   00:23:05 – Wet or Dry Weather Ahead?: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, wraps today's show with his weather forecast, where he expects warmer than normal temperatures and steady weather.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

The Flinchbaugh Focus: Opinions on the Agricultural Economy Fire Prevention and Safety Bulb Selection   00:01:05 – The Flinchbaugh Focus: Opinions on the Agriculture Economy: Today's show begins with Jenny Ifft, Brad Lubben and Mark Edelman as they share their opinions on many economic topics on a recent Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down on the Economy podcast episode.   00:12:05 – Fire Prevention and Safety: Shawna Hartman, fire prevention specialist with the Kansas Forest Service, continues the show with reminders about how to help protect your home and property from accidental fires and wildfires.    00:23:05 – Bulb Selection: K-State Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, ends the show discussing the selection process for bulbs, such as tulips and daffodils.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Annual Kansas Income Tax Institute Lowering the Federal Funds Rate Causes of Pinkeye in Cattle   00:01:05 – Annual Kansas Income Tax Institute: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, with Rich Llewelyn, K-State Extension assistant, start today's show as they preview the Kansas Income Tax Institute. Roger mentions the major topics that will be covered. Kansas Income Tax Institute   00:12:05 – Lowering the Federal Funds Rate: Continuing the show is Brady Brewer and Brian Briggeman from K-State as they discuss the recent decision from the Federal Open Market Committee and what it means for inflation, unemployment and agriculture.    00:23:05 – Causes of Pinkeye in Cattle: The Beef Cattle Insitute's Brad White, Todd Gunderson, Bob Larson and Phillip Lancaster end the show with part of their Cattle Chat podcast as they explain the causes of pinkeye.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Worms in Alfalfa Controlling Phragmites Nutrition Program for Gestating Cows   00:01:05 – Worms in Alfalfa: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, begins the show by talking about worms in alfalfa. He shares his recommendations for alfalfa caterpillars, beet armyworms, fall armyworms and garden webworms.    00:12:05 – Controlling Phragmites: K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster continues today's show discussing phragmites and how to tell the difference between native and non-native species. Managing Phragmites in Waterways, Wetlands and Roadsides EDD MapS   00:23:05 – Nutrition Program for Gestating Cows: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk explaining why it's important for dairy farmers to have a nutrition program specifically designed for gestating cows.       Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Cattle on Feed Report Harvest and Bin Safety Reminders More Paddlefish in Kansas   00:01:05 – Cattle on Feed Report: Today's show begins with a cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center. Tyler discusses the recent cattle on feed report and how it compares to expectations.   00:12:05 – Harvest and Bin Safety Reminders: Tawnie Larson, program manager for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Program at K-State, keeps the show rolling with reminders about safety and health for farmers and children during harvest. AgriSafe Webinars   00:23:05 – More Paddlefish in Kansas: K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist Joe Gerken wraps up the show explaining paddlefish and why more have been brought into Kansas waters.  ksoutdoors.gov     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Corn and Grain Sorghum Market Soybean and Wheat Market Tropical Moisture in Kansas   00:01:05 – Corn and Grain Sorghum Market: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute, begin today's show as they talk about the domestic and international grain market. In the first segment, the pair discusses corn and grain sorghum.   00:12:05 – Soybean and Wheat Market: Their conversation about soybeans and wheat keeps the show going as they continue their grain market discussion. Daniel and Guy also comment on macroeconomic topics. Daniel O'Brien on AgManager.info   00:23:05 – Tropical Moisture in Kansas: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with a weather recap and forecast. Chips says how we have recently been experiencing tropical moisture.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

New K-State Range Management Extension Specialist Does Woody Encroachment Impact Land Values Sweet Potato Harvest   00:01:05 – New K-State Range Management Extension Specialist: Starting the show is Molly Reichenborn, K-State range management Extension specialist, as she says what she hopes to bring to K-State and Kansas farmers and ranchers as she begins her job.  mreichenborn@ksu.edu    00:12:05 – Does Woody Encroachment Impact Land Values: Jackson Lindamood, graduate research assistant in K-State's Department of Agricultural Economics, keeps the show moving by explaining if woody encroachment impacts land values.  Land Value Impact of Woody Encroachment in Kansas   00:23:05 – Sweet Potato Harvest: K-State horticulture Extension specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends the show passing along information on harvesting sweet potatoes. She says the key is to harvest before the first freeze.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Farm Service Agency's Fiscal Year 2025 Roscoe Ellis, Jr. Lecturer: Sasha Kravchenko Adult Cattle with Anemia   00:01:05 – Farm Service Agency's Fiscal Year: Starting today's show is David Schemm, state executive director for the Kansas Farm Service Agency, as he provides an update on programs and a summary of stats from the 2025 fiscal year at FSA. Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – 2025 Roscoe Ellis, Jr. Lecturer: Sasha Kravchenko: The 2025 Roscoe Ellis Jr. Lecturer, Sasha Kravchenko, keeps the show moving by discussing her research on soil pores as habitats for microorganisms. Kravchenko Lab Website Roscoe Ellis, Jr. Lectureship   00:23:05 – Adult Cattle with Anemia: Brad White, Todd Gunderson and Bob Larson with the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast end the show as they describe how to identify anemia in adult cattle. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Voles Storage Tank Safety in Agriculture Awarding McCarty Family Farms   00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Voles: K-State wildlife specialist Drew Ricketts and fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist Joe Gerken start the show as they discuss voles and what to do if you see the rodent in your yard. Fins, Fur, and Feathers wildlife.k-state.edu   00:12:05 – Storage Tank Safety in Agriculture: Continuing the show is Mitch Ricketts, professor of agricultural safety and health at K-State, as he explains the safety concerns and precautions for storage tanks on agricultural operations. Protecting Yourself from Respiratory Hazards in Agriculture   00:23:05 – Awarding McCarty Family Farms: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show taking a closer look at McCarty Family Farms, a fourth-generation dairy farm family, that will be recognized as the 2025 Dairy Producers of the Year at the World Dairy Expo at an awards banquet on October 1.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Pause in the Cattle Market Using Atrazine Wisely, Part 1 Using Atrazine Wisely, Part 2   00:01:05 – Pause in the Cattle Market: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, begins today's show with a cattle market update where he discusses the market's pause, feedlot returns, meat demand and what different generations see as important when purchasing protein. Glynn on AgManager.info Beef Stocker Field Day Ag Lenders Conference   00:12:05 – Using Atrazine Wisely, Part 1: Continuing the show is K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster, K-State watershed specialist Ron Graber and K-State Extension specialist for environmental quality Peter Tomlinson as they team up to talk about why atrazine should be used wisely and also share management practices and tips for producers to help keep atrazine in the intended fields.    00:23:05 – Using Atrazine Wisely, Part 2: Sarah, Ron and Peter conclude their conversation on using atrazine wisely to end the show.  Using Atrazine Wisely - Publication Chemical Weed Control Guide     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Crop Production and WASDE report Celebrate Ag Weekend Warmer Weather   00:01:05 – Crop Production and WASDE report: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien starts the show discussing the potential impact of today's release of the Crop Production and WASDE report. O'Brien | AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Celebrate Ag Weekend: Continuing the show is Dan Moser, interim Eldon Gideon Dean of the College of Agriculture at K-State, as he talks about the upcoming Celebrate Ag Weekend at K-State for friends and family. Celebrate Agriculture Day   00:23:05 – Warmer Weather: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, ends the show reviewing the recent wet weather and he previews the forecast with warmer weather.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

The Value of Cover Crops, Part 1 The Value of Cover Crops, Part 2 Lawn and Garden Pests   00:01:05 – The Value of Cover Crops, Part 1: Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, and Stacie Minson, K-State watershed specialist, and Jeremy Kootz, producer in Ellsworth County, start the show as they explain the value they see for cover crops. The talk about it from a soil health, water quality and farmer perspective to understand why they have chosen cover crops. They have this conversation in the first two segments of the show.   00:12:05 – The Value of Cover Crops, Part 2: Logan, Stacie and Jeremy continue the show and their conversation.   00:23:05 – Lawn and Garden Pests: Ending the show is this week's lawn and garden segment from K-State horticultural entomologist, Raymond Cloyd as he discusses fall armyworms, mimosa webworms, cicada killers and grubs.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

New Case Involving Administrative Enforcement Insecticide Wheat Seed Treatments Getting the Correct Sample for Testing   00:01:05 – New Case Involving Administrative Enforcement: Beginning today's show is Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, as he covers a couple of topics that include administrative enforcement and citizen arrests. Making a Citizen's Arrest - Is it Permissible? If so, is it a Good Idea? A Shift in Administrative Enforcement for Agriculture Washburnlaw.edu/WALTR Roger on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Insecticide Wheat Seed Treatments: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, moves the show forward discussing insecticide seed treatments and if he sees them as a worthwhile option for growers.   00:23:05 – Getting the Correct Sample for Testing: The Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Scott Fritz, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and Dustin Pendell ends the show as they talk about their recent topic of the Bovine Science podcast.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Crop Insurance and Options, Part 1 Crop Insurance and Options, Part 2 Managing New World Screwworm   00:01:05 – Crop Insurance and Options, Part 1: Jenny Ifft, Flinchbaugh agricultural policy chair at K-State, takes two segments to discuss changes in crop insurance and additional coverage options that producers can take into account. She explains what is different after the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and what a few of the tradeoffs are for the many considerations.    00:12:05 – Crop Insurance and Options, Part 2: The show continues with Jenny Ifft and her talk on crop insurance. Estimated Net Returns to Supplemental Coverage Option Participation Before and After OBBBA Changes Jenny on AgManager.info   00:23:05 – Managing New World Screwworm: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk looks into U.S. efforts to control and eradicate New World screwworm which is currently 4000 miles from the U.S./Mexico border and creeping closer to end today's show.       Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Continued Record High Cattle Market Prairie Dog Control Podworms and Headworms   00:01:05 – Continued Record High Cattle Market: A cattle market update from Oklahoma State University livestock economist Derrell Peel begins today's show. He discusses the continued record high market and his concerns and excitement. Cow-Calf Corner Newsletter Less Cattle in U.S. Feedlots; More Cattle in Canade and Australia   00:12:05 – Prairie Dog Control: Keeping the show moving is Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, explaining prairie dogs and the issues they create as well as the various methods of control. Wildlife.K-State.edu Prairie Dog Management - Fins, Fur and Feathers   00:23:05 – Podworms and Headworms: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, ends the show sharing about podworms and headworms and the problems they cause for soybean and sorghum growers.        Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Futures Trends in the Grain Market 2025 Beef Stocker Field Day Drying Out and Warming Up   00:01:05 – Futures Trends in the Grain Market: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, starts the show with his grain market outlook. He breaks down the trends in the futures market as well as how the Mississippi River could impact harvest. Daniel O'Brien on AgManager.info    00:12:05 – 2025 Beef Stocker Field Day: Dale Blasi, K-State Extension beef specialist, keeps the show rolling discussing the K-State Beef Stocker Field Day and what informational presentations they have for attendees. Beef Stock Field Day Katie Smith - 785-532-1267   00:23:05 – Drying Out and Warming Up: Ending the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with his weather report where he recaps the recent hail and what temperatures and precipitation can be expected.   Mesonet.k-state.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Reducing the Spread of Weeds and Cereal Rye Inaugural Flinchbaugh Forum Shrubs for the Landscape   00:01:05 – Reducing the Spread of Weeds and Cereal Rye: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, kicks off today's show with reminders about why it is important to clean harvest and drilling equipment. She also discusses using cereal rye and wheat.  Weed Management Practices: Fall Scouting and Equipment Cleaning Cereal Rye Control in Wheat War Against Weeds   00:12:05 – Inaugural Flinchbaugh Forum: Continuing the show is Dana Woodbury, executive director of the Barry Flinchbaugh Center for Ag and Food Policy, as she explains the center and the upcoming 2025 Flinchbaugh Forum. Flinchbaugh Forum Flinchbaughcenter.com   00:23:05 – Shrubs for the Landscape: Woody Ornamentals Horticulture Extension Specialist and Director of John C. Pair Horticulture Center, Jason Griffin, ends the show highlighting some great shrubs to incorporate into the home landscape.       Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Loans from FSA for Kansas Producers Keeping an Eye on Crop Pests Reducing Cattle Shrink   00:01:05 – Loans from FSA for Kansas Producers: Beginning today's show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he takes a look at loans that farmers and ranchers can apply for from the Farm Service Agency and how Kansas producers have used them. Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – Keeping an Eye on Crop Pests: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show rolling as he talks about what pests could be impacting sorghum, soybeans and wheat. He explains how to control various pests and if he is concerned about them.    00:23:05 – Reducing Cattle Shrink: Part of a Cattle Chat podcast episode from the Beef Cattle Institute with Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster and Dustin Pendell ends the show as they converse about how cattle producers could potentially reduce shrink.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Managing Ponds Kansas State Fair 4-H Projects Forage Requirements   00:01:05 – Managing Ponds: We start our week with part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode, as K-State wildlife specialist Drew Ricketts and fisheries/aquatic extension specialist Joe Gerken discuss managing ponds. Fins, Fur and Feathers Podcast   00:12:05 – Kansas State Fair 4-H Projects: K-State 4-H specialist Kelsey Nordyke continues the show, as she details agriculture science projects to check out at this years state fair. Fair Resources   00:23:05 – Forage Requirements: Tuesday's show ends with Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist who mentions forage season coming to a close and encourages producers to determine how much forage they'll need moving forward.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Updated Wheat Variety Guide Canola Planting Fall Horticulture Considerations   00:01:05 – Updated Wheat Variety Guide: Today's show starts with Kansas State University plant pathologist Kelsey Andersen Onofre and agronomist Romulo Lollato as they talk about the updated Kansas Wheat Variety Guide. Kansas Wheat Variety Guide   00:12:05 – Canola Planting: Continuing the show is K-State canola breeder Mike Stamm, who discusses considerations growers should take for the upcoming planting season. Great Plains Canola Production Handbook Variety, site and seedbed preparation Seeding, fertility and pest management   00:23:05 – Fall Horticulture Considerations: K-State horticulture Extension specialist Cynthia Domenghini rounds out the show discussing planting a fall vegetable garden, dividing irises and peonies and deadheading flowers.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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    

Trump Accounts Drones for Crop Scouting Limit-Feeding and Manure Scoring   00:01:05 – Trump Accounts: K-State and Washburn University law professor Roger McEowen discusses what young families need to know about Trump accounts and the impact high corn yields may have on producers. Trump Accounts   00:12:05 – Drones for Crop Scouting: The show continues with K-State precision agriculture specialist Deepak Joshi, along with K-State agronomists Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon, as they explain how drone technology can be a useful tool in the late crop season. eupdate.agronomy.ksu.edu   00:23:05 – Limit-Feeding and Manure Scoring: We wrap up the show with K-State beef cattle experts, who provide insight on limit-feeding calves and assessing manure to support cattle health. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Final Irrigation Armyworms Federal Milk Marketing Order Data   00:01:05 – Final Irrigation: K-State agronomists, Lucas Haag and Tina Sullivan start the show with important considerations and measures for irrigating crops and discuss what impacts improper timing can have on yields. eupdate.agronomy.ksu.edu   00:12:05 – Armyworms: Crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth continues the show as he shares recent concerns with armyworms across crops in Kansas. Armyworms: Kansas Crop Pests   00:23:05 – Federal Milk Marketing Order Data: We round out today's show with K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk who talks about data collected by the Federal Milk Marketing Order which shows the difference between the price farmers are paid for fluid milk and what consumers pay at the store.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Cattle Market Trends/NASS Report Lambing Publication Euglena   00:01:05 – Cattle Market Trends and NASS Report: Tyler Cozzens and Brandon Dodd with the Livestock Marketing Information Center kick off today's show with a cattle market update discussing cattle on feed and beef cold storage stocks.  USDA NASS Cattle on Feed   00:12:05 – Lambing Publication: K-State small ruminant specialist, Kelsey Bentley continues the show as she discusses preparation for lambing season and the new Lambing Resources for Beginning Sheep Producers publication. Lambing Resource Guide   00:23:05 – Euglena: Today's show ends with K-State fisheries and aquatics extension specialist Joe Gerken as he addresses red water concerns which may be caused by the organism euglena.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

High Yields and Strong Grain Exports Beware of Armyworms Fall Weather Approaching   00:01:05 – High Yields and Strong Grain Exports: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, begins today's show by discussing the grain market outlook and further details continued strong exports and the international grain market. Daniel O'Brien on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Beware of Armyworms: We continue the show with K-State crop entomologist Jeff Whitworth, who addresses concerns about armyworms across crops in Kansas. Armyworms: Kansas Crop Pests   00:23:05 – Fall Weather Approaching: The show ends with K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond, as he discusses the upcoming moisture and cooler temperatures in the forecast.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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  

Weather, Pest and Disease Conditions in Wheat Top Performing Wheat Varieties Grass Seed Labelling   00:01:05 – Weather, Pest and Disease Conditions in Wheat: Today's show starts with Jane Lingenfelser, K-State crop performance test coordinator, as she discusses the wheat tests from the 2024-2025 wheat growing season. In the first segment, she explains the weather, pest and disease conditions. and she continues the show listing what varieties were the top performers in different testing locations around the state.    00:12:05 – Top Performing Wheat Varieties: Jane Lingenfelser continues the show listing what varieties were the top performers in different testing locations around the state.  Wheat Crop Performance Tests https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu Seed Directory Colorado Wheat Trials Database https://thewheatfarmer.com   00:23:05 – Grass Seed Labelling: We end the show with K-State Extension horticulture agent for Riley County, Gregg Eyestone, as he discusses the importance of reading labels on grass seed and paying close attention to the amount of "other crop seed" it contains.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Farm Service Agency Conservation Program 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes Preconditioning Calves   00:01:05 – Farm Service Agency Conservation Program: Today's show begins with David Schemm, executive director for the Kansas Farm Service Agency, as he breaks down what's happening with the conservation and price support program. Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes: Next, we hear from Lexie Hayes, Kansas youth livestock coordinator, who shares details about the 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes and the opportunities the event presents for participants. Kansas 4-H Livestock Reference List   00:23:05 – Preconditioning Calves: We'll end today's show with part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast as they discuss strategies to capitalize on profitability in a high-price market. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Ecosystems Preparing for Wheat Milk Lines: Mike Brouk   00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Ecosystems: We begin today's show with K-State Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken and part of the Fins Fur and Feathers podcast as they discuss benefits of burning and managing different types of ecosystems. Fins, Fur, and Feathers   00:12:05 – Preparing for Wheat: Dorivar Ruiz Diaz, K-State soil fertility specialist, keeps the show rolling as he explains what nutrients wheat growers should test for in their fields to be ready for the next season.    00:23:05 – Milk Lines: Mike Brouk: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends today's show discussing the health risks associated with drinking raw milk and how pasteurization helps protect consumers from the risk of foodborne illnesses.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Cattle Market Outlook Publication on Kidding Goats Faces in Agriculture: Chad Basinger   00:01:05 – Cattle Market Outlook: We begin today's show with a cattle market update from Elliott Dennis, University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, as he discusses how the southern border closure is continuing to drive high prices as well as the opportunity there could be for the growth of beef on dairy.   00:12:05 – Publication on Kidding Goats: K-State small ruminant specialist, Kelsey Bentley, continues the show as she discusses key considerations from a recent publication for goat producers. Kidding Resources for Beginning Goat Producers   00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Chad Basinger: We end today's show with another segment of Faces in Agriculture as we are joined by Chad Basinger involved in agriculture in Reno and Kingman County. He explains his unique entry into agriculture and how he continues to learn. https://localkansasbeef.com/        Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Factors in the Grain Market, Part 1 Factors in the Grain Market, Part 2 Drying Out in Kansas   00:01:05 – Factors in the Grain Market, Part 1: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, and Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute at K-State, start today's show with a look at the domestic and international grain markets following the crop production and WASDE reports. In the first segment, Daniel and Guy discuss corn, grain sorghum and freight. Daniel O'Brien on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Factors in the Grain Market, Part 2: They also keep the show rolling as Daniel and Guy look at soybeans, wheat and the U.S. Dollar.   00:23:05 – Drying Out in Kansas: K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, ends today's show as he explains our expected warming up and drying out and what impact where the high pressure decides to go will have.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Lime for Wheat and Alfalfa Production Cutting Costs But Not Yield Horticulture Research   00:01:05 – Lime for Wheat and Alfalfa Production : Dorivar Ruiz Diaz, K-State soil fertility specialist, begins the show as he explains the purpose of lime applications and the impact it can have for crops, specifically alfalfa and wheat. Liming Soils for Optimum Wheat Production Plan Ahead: Allow Time for Lime Applications for Alfalfa Production   00:12:05 – Cutting Costs But Not Yield: Continuing the show is Brian Arnall, Oklahoma State University precision nutrient management Extension specialist, discussing cutting input costs without losing yield. b.arnall@okstate.edu  OSUNPK.com   00:23:05 – Horticulture Research: K-State professor and Extension specialist of ornamental nursery crop production and marketing, Cheryl Boyer, ends the show talking about her work in research, marketing and Extension programming.       Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Can You Resell Off-Patent Seeds? The Hay Market Taking Care of Bulls After Breeding   00:01:05 – Can You Resell Off-Patent Seeds?: K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen starts today's show discussing the parameters of reselling off-patent seeds and it what it takes to do legally. Reselling Off-Patent Seeds   00:12:05 – The Hay Market: Keeping the show rolling is a partner at Southwest Missouri Hay Auctions, Jordan Garrett, as he talks about the hay market. Also joining us is K-State's Rich Llewelyn as he reminds listeners about the Risk and Profit conference.  Risk and Profit   00:23:05 – Taking Care of Bulls After Breeding: Brad White, Todd Gunderson and Phillip Lancaster from the Beef Cattle Institute end the show with part of a Cattle Chat podcast where they explain managing bulls after breeding season.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Bt Cotton Stewardship and Pests Farm to Plate Initiative Stage of HPAI in Kansas Herds   00:01:05 – Bt Cotton Stewardship and Pests: Beginning today's show is K-State Extension agronomist, Logan Simon, and K-State Extension entomologist, Anthony Zukoff, as they discuss bt cotton, bollworms and stinkbugs. Late-Season Insect Pest Considerations and Bt Stewardship in Cotton   00:12:05 – Farm to Plate Initiative: A conversation about a farm to plate program from the Kansas Department of Education with Barb Depew continues the show as she explains how the program works for students and producers.  www.cnw.ksde.gov Farm to Plate #fuelingkskids    00:23:05 – Stage of HPAI in Kansas Herds: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show providing an update on HPAI in Kansas. We are currently at Stage 4, meaning no herds have tested positive for bird flu under the national milk testing strategy implemented by APHIS.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Continued Cattle Market Strength Diversifying Farm Income Identifying Wildlife from Pictures   00:01:05 – Continued Cattle Market Strength: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, kicks off today's show with a cattle market update as he discusses the current market, meat demand and the impact of macroeconomic topics.  Glynn on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Diversifying Farm Income: Keeping the show moving is Lettie Nickell a farmer, rancher and entrepreneur from Johnson, Kansas as she explains how she diversified her family farm's income. lettie.nickell@gmail.com  Wheat Streak Mosaic Complex   00:23:05 – Identifying Wildlife from Pictures: K-State wildlife specialist, Drew Ricketts, ends the show sharing what steps wildlife experts go through to identify critters from photos and videos.        Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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

Favorable Grain Exports Value of a Mentor Cooler Temperatures and Drought Conditions   00:01:05 – Favorable Grain Exports: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien kicks off today's show with a grain market update, reporting good exports and relatively steady futures and cash markets.  Daniel O'Brien on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Value of a Mentor: Continuing today's show is Shane Tiffany, CEO and owner of Tiffany Cattle Company, as he discusses the value of a mentor and what key points he learned from his. https://www.kla.org/events-meetings/klak-state-field-days   00:23:05 – Cooler Temperatures and Drought Conditions: Rounding out today's show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with a weather update, highlighting cooler than normal weather and an outlook on the drought monitor.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   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