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. 9h ago

    2212 - Waiting on USDA Reports for the Grain Market...Corn Disease Concerns

    How the Grain Market is Looking Tar Spot and Other Corn Diseases Cool and Wet to Hot and Humid   00:01:05 – How the Grain Market is Looking: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, begins the show as he talks about downward trends for corn, soybeans and wheat in the futures. He also disucsses upcoming report expectations. Daniel on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Tar Spot and Other Corn Diseases: K-State Extension row crop specialist, Rodrigo Onofre, keeps the show moving as he covers what concerns there currently are for corn, including tar spot, rusts, corn stunt and corn leafhoppers. Kansas Corn Disease Tracker Fungicide Considerations and Field Scouting Corn Disease in Kansas Tar Spot in Kansas   00:23:05  – Cool and Wet to Hot and Humid: Wrapping up the show is Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, as he recaps our recent cool and wet weather and the change to hot and humid that we should be 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 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.

    28 min

  2. 1d ago

    2211 - What is Popular in Dairy Products...How the Perception of Dairy has Shifted

    Dairy Trends and Preferences, Part 1 Dairy Trends and Preferences, Part 2 Destructive Pests and Bacteria   00:01:05 – Dairy Trends and Preferences, Part 1: K-State's Mike Brouk and Midwest Dairy's Maureen Windisch start today's show as they take a look into the dairy industry and what dairy products are preferred by consumers. They also discuss how the perception of dairy has changed and if it has impacted dairy producers.   00:12:05 – Dairy Trends and Preferences, Part 2: The show and conservation continue with Mike and Maureen as they chat about dairy and customer preferences. K-State Dairy Midwestdairy.com   00:23:05  – Destructive Pests and Bacteria: Matt McKernan, K-State Extension horticulture expert, ends today's show explaining fire blight, a highly destructive bacterial disease that can damage apple, pear and other trees in the rose family. He also mentions spider mites and squash bugs.      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.

    28 min

  3. 2d ago

    2210 - Communication Between D.C. and Producers...Summer Learning for Youth

    Agriculture Undersecretary Visits Kansas 4-H Summer Enrichment Program Can Cattle be Raised in Confinement?   00:01:05 – Agriculture Undersecretary Visits Kansas: Beginning the show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he recaps the recent visit from the undersecretary of farm production and conservation. Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – 4-H Summer Enrichment Program: Kansas 4-H summer enrichment program administrator Regan Gleason continues the show discussing the 4-H Summer Enrichment Program and what they hope it provides to Kansas youth. Kansas4-H.org KSWheat.com   00:23:05  – Can Cattle be Raised in Confinement?: Brad White, Todd Gunderson, Phillip Lancaster and special guest Logan Thompson end today's show with part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast talking about raising beef cattle in confinement. 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.

    28 min

  4. 3d ago

    2209 - What is Being Expected for Farm Income...Cattle in the Feedlot

    Farm Income Projections for Kansas Focusing on Feedlot Data Dairy Commodity Price Comparison   00:01:05 – Farm Income Projections for Kansas: Joe Parcell, director of K-State's Risk Management Center, begins today's show discussing what he is seeing for Kansas farm income projections and what could have the biggest influence. AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Focusing on Feedlot Data: K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, Justin Waggoner, keeps the show rolling as he reviews the recent Focus on Feedlots and what is showing seasonality. Focus on Feedlots   00:23:05  – Dairy Commodity Price Comparison: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he looks at how dairy farmers have compared to other commodity prices over the last 10 years. He says the increase in cull cow prices has been a bright spot, but only a slight increase in milk prices isn't helping the bottom line.       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.

    28 min

  5. 4d ago

    2208 - Cattle Report and Factors for the Market...June Cattle Management Needs

    Cattle on Feed Report June Cattle Management Keeping Wildlife Wild   00:01:05 – Cattle on Feed Report: The show begins with a cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, as he reviews the Cattle on Feed report and the impact of New World screwworm and drought. LMIC.info   00:12:05 – June Cattle Management: K-State Extension cow-calf specialist, Jason Warner, continues today's show as he talks about management steps cattle producers could be taking this time of year for spring and fall calving herds. KSUBeef.org   00:23:05  – Keeping Wildlife Wild: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, ends the show as he reminds people why it is important to leave wildlife wild and what to do if you do encounter wildlife.      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.

    28 min

  6. Jun 19

    2207 - Grain Market Price Trends...Getting a Handle on Mosquitoes

    Down and Flat Grain Market Trying to Manage Mosquitoes Extended Weather Forecast   00:01:05 – Down and Flat Grain Market: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off the show with his grain market update as he explains how the market has trended down and then flat. Daniel on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Trying to Manage Mosquitoes: Continuing the show is K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, discussing mosquitoes. He talks about their lifecycle, and the best chance people have at managing their populations.   00:23:05  – Extended Weather Forecast: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends today's show as he recaps the recent rain or lack thereof across the state and says what is in the long-term 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 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.

    28 min

  7. Jun 18

    2206 - Making Sure Cattle Have Enough Water...Feeding Pigs for Market

    Water Needs for Cattle Swine Market and Summer Differences Assessing Landscape Damage   00:01:05 – Water Needs for Cattle: Starting the show is K-State Extension beef cattle specialist Justin Waggoner as he discusses factors that influence water needs of cattle and how to make sure they are getting enough. KSUBeef.org Estimating Water Requirements   00:12:05 – Swine Market and Summer Differences: Joel DeRouchey, K-State Extension swine specialist, continues today's show as he provides an update on the swine market and what changes in the summer. KSUSwine.org   00:23:05  – Assessing Landscape Damage: K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, ends the show as he explains the steps involved in assessing damage to the home landscape following a severe storm.      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.

    28 min

  8. Jun 17

    2205 - OBBBA Creates Financial Change for Agriculture...A Look from Above for Wheat

    Payment and Eligibility Changes from OBBBA Satellite Imaging in Kansas Crop Possible Neurologic Cases in Cattle   00:01:05 – Payment and Eligibility Changes from OBBBA: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts today's show as he talks about payment limit and eligibility changes, and the impacts for producers. USDA Final Rule Implements Significant Payment Limit and Eligibility Changes   00:12:05 – Satellite Imaging in Kansas Crop: Keeping the show rolling is K-State's Deepak Joshi and Craig Dinkel as they discuss satellite imaging in Kansas wheat and what they are able to identify. Using Remote Sensing to Monitor Wheat Under Weather Variability in Kansas   00:23:05  – Possible Neurologic Cases in Cattle: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast ends the show as Brad White, Bob Larson and Scott Fritz explain neurologic cases in 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 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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