Agriculture Today

Kansas State University
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Agriculture Today is a daily program hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout the state. It features K-State agricultural specialists and other experts examining agricultural issues facing Kansas and the nation. Kansas State University has produced daily, ag-related broadcasts since KSAC radio first went on the air in 1924. 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.

  1. 21h ago

    2298 - Signing Up for ARC and PLC...Soybean Seed Harvest Challenges

    FSA Program Details and Deadlines Soybean Seed Harvest Quality Concerns Giving Heifers Their Best Chance   00:01:05 – FSA Program Details and Deadlines: The show begins with David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he highlights program details and deadlines as well as what the agency is working on to end the calendar year. Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – Soybean Seed Harvest Quality Concerns: Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, keeps today's show going as he discusses what soybean seed concerns growers could be seeing in their field this year as they harvest. Wet Weather can Affect Soybean Seed Quality at Harvest www.agronomy.k-state.edu/eupdates   00:23:05 – Giving Heifers Their Best Chance: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast ends the show as Brad White, Bob Larson and Jason Warner talk through their recommendations for giving heifers the best chance of a successful breeding next 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

  2. 1d ago

    2297 - Why Bees Might be Finding a New Habitat...Kansas 4-H

    Why Bees Swarm Kansas 4-Hers Involvement Corn and Milo Stalks for Bedding and Feed   00:01:05 – Why Bees Swarm: Starting the show is K-State crop entomologist Jeff Whitworth as he chats about bees and why they might be swarming this time of year and if he is concerned about them being a problem.   00:12:05 – Kansas 4-Hers Involvement: Kansas 4-Hers Emily Kozlowski, Akinya Williams and Norah Ellenz continue the show as they share about their involvement in 4-H and a few of their favorite projects and memories. Kansas4H.org   00:23:05 – Corn and Milo Stalks for Bedding and Feed: Mike Brouk, K-State dairy specialist, ends today's show discussing how corn and milo stalks can be used as bedding and as part of a feeding program for dairy 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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

  3. 2d ago

    2296 - Cattle Market Recovery...Conference for Kansas Landowners

    Placements Lower Than Expected 2026 Kansas Landowner Conference Being Vigilant of Chronic Wasting Disease   00:01:05 – Placements Lower Than Expected: A cattle market update from Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University livestock economist, starts the show. He discusses feeder and fed cattle while also looking into placements from the Cattle on Feed report.  Cow-Calf Corner Newsletter   00:12:05 – 2026 Kansas Landowner Conference: Robin Reid, K-State Extension farm economist, continues today's show as she highlights the Kansas Landowner Conference and the unique opportunities available for attendees. Kansas Landowner Conference RobinReid@ksu.edu    00:23:05 – Being Vigilant of Chronic Wasting Disease: K-State wildlife specialist Drew Ricketts wraps the show describing chronic wasting disease and what deer hunters should be vigilant of during the hunting and harvesting process.  Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks     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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

  4. 5d ago

    2295 - Stable, But Tight Grain Market...Grain Economics

    Kansas Commodities Grain Market Grain Logistics and Profitability First Kansas Freeze   00:01:05 – Kansas Commodities Grain Market: Beginning our show is K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, and the senior economist at the IGP Institute, Guy Allen, as the pair discuss Kansas commodities and how much space the United States has for grain storage.   00:12:05 – Grain Logistics and Profitability: Daniel and Guy continue today's show as they explain grain logistics in the state and country while also looking into sector profitability. Daniel on AgManager.info Guy on AgManager.info   00:23:05 – First Kansas Freeze: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond concludes the show sharing how some Kansans saw their first freeze and if the cooler temperatures will continue.  Mesonet.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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

  5. 6d ago

    2294 - Economics of Nitrogen...Extension Agents Supporting Agriculture

    Nitrogen Prices and Trends K-State Extension Agriculture Agents Sweet Potato Harvest   00:01:05 – Nitrogen Prices and Trends: K-State Extension farm economist, Gregg Ibendahl, begins today's show as he discusses nitrogen price trends and how producers can hopefully make the most economical decision. The Cheapest Month to Buy Nitrogen   00:12:05 – K-State Extension Agriculture Agents: Extension agents Richard Fechter from the Rolling Prairie District and David Hallauer from the Meadowlark District join the second segment to chat about agriculture in their region and how producers are handling challenges. RollingPrairie.k-state.edu meadowlark.k-state.edu extension.k-state.edu   00:23:05 – Sweet Potato Harvest: Ending the show is K-State horticulture expert Matt McKernan as he explains how to harvest, cure and store this year's sweet potato harvest which is currently underway in Kansas.      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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

  6. Oct 21

    2293 - Harvest Fuel Relief Program Announcement...Appropriate Soil Sampling and Testing

    Farm Aid Program Announced Getting a Soil Sample and Understanding a Lab's Method, Part 1 Getting a Soil Sample and Understanding a Lab's Method, Part 2   00:01:05 – Farm Aid Program Announced: K-State and Washburn law professor, Roger McEowen, kicks off the show discussing a recent announcement from USDA about a Harvest Fuel Relief Program. He says what is known and who it may impact.  USDA's $8 Billion Farm Aid Program Roger on AgManager.info washburnlaw.edu/WALTR   00:12:05 – Getting a Soil Sample and Understanding a Lab's Method, Part 1: Dorivar Ruiz Diaz, K-State soil fertility specialist, and Bryan Rutter, K-State soil testing lab manager, keep today's show rolling as they explain their recommendations when it comes to growers collecting soil samples, packaging the sample and deciding where to submit the sample.   00:23:05 – Getting a Soil Sample and Understanding a Lab's Method, Part 2: Ending the show is Dorivar and Bryan as they conclude their conversation sharing about what resources are available at K-State's soil testing lab.  The Challenge of Collecting a Representative Soil Sample Fall Soil Sampling: Sample Collection and Submission to K-State Soil Testing Lab K-State Soil Testing Lab     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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

  7. Oct 20

    2292 - Are Bats in Kansas a Concern?...Protein Supplementation Choices for Cows

    Fins, Fur and Feathers: Bats in Kansas Cow Protein Supplementation Options Another HPAI Detection on Kansas Farm   00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Bats in Kansas: The show starts with part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode from Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken as the pair discuss bats in Kansas and if they are a concern to residents. Fins, Fur and Feathers wildlife.k-state.edu   00:12:05 – Cow Protein Supplementation Options: Jason Warner, K-State Extension cow-calf specialist, keeps the show rolling as he chats about protein supplementation for cows and the things producers need to consider. KSUBeef.org   00:23:05 – Another HPAI Detection on Kansas Farm: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk wraps up the show explaining what another detection of HPAI on a Kansas farm earlier this month means for Kansas dairy farmers.      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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

  8. Oct 19

    2291 - Cattle Numbers...Project for Wheat Conservation

    Cattle Market Prices and Slaughter Numbers Conservation Practices Project for Kansas Wheat, Part 1 Conservation Practices Project for Kansas Wheat, Part 2   00:01:05 – Cattle Market Prices and Slaughter Numbers: A discussion on the cattle market from University of Missouri-Columbia livestock economist, Elliott Dennis, begins today's show. He covers what is happening in feeder cattle, value of gain, live cattle and slaughter.    00:12:05 – Conservation Practices Project for Kansas Wheat, Part 1: The show continues with K-State's Romulo Lollato, Jessy Wilkes and Ted Hinton as the group explains a project they are a part of that is working on adoption of conservation practices for wheat producers in Kansas. They chat about how they are working to help growers and how growers can learn more information.    00:23:05 – Conservation Practices Project for Kansas Wheat, Part 2: Romulo, Jessy and Ted end the show by wrapping up their conversation with opportunities within the project.  KSWheat.com Lollato@ksu.edu - Romulo Jawilkes@ksu.edu - Jessy Tbhinton@ksu.edu - Ted     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 Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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Agriculture Today is a daily program hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout the state. It features K-State agricultural specialists and other experts examining agricultural issues facing Kansas and the nation. Kansas State University has produced daily, ag-related broadcasts since KSAC radio first went on the air in 1924. 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.

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  • Creator
    Kansas State University
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    275
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Agriculture Today

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