1 month ago
Kansas Farm Bureau President Joe Newland  is applauding the bipartisan passage of the Food, Farm, and National Security Act of 2026 in the House Agriculture Committee. “Kansas farmers and ranchers are grateful to Reps. Tracey Mann and Sharice Davids for voting to move the next farm bill forward. After years of uncertainty since the previous farm ...

1 month ago
Focusing on the improvement of cattle genetics, cow herds, animal welfare and generational transfers were focal points of the 113th Cattlemen’s Day, which was hosted on March 6 by Kansas State University's Department of Animal Sciences and Industry.     Among several presentations geared towards advancing the cattle industry, one researcher presented the idea of using genomics to improve one’s herd.    Jamie Courter, an assistant professor and beef extension ...

1 month ago
A two-day meeting series in southwest Kansas will focus on helping agricultural producers manage limited water supplies while maintaining economic vitality across the region. The meetings, titled Water Smart Management for a Resilient Future, are hosted by K-State Extension and supported by the Kansas Water Office. Sessions are scheduled for March 11 in St. John at the 21 Central Extension District office; and ...

1 month ago
When considering how to pass on a family farm or ranch to the next generation, one of the biggest mistakes families often make is not having “the talk.”   “If you ask farmers and ranchers ‘What do you want to have happen to your farm after you’re gone?’ almost unanimously the answer is to keep it together and keep the family ...

1 month ago
A new farm bill has advanced out of a committee. According to U.S. Representative Tracey Mann's office, he voted to advance the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 out of the House Agriculture Committee. This legislation, which passed in the committee authorizes farm programs for the next five years. Rep. Mann released the following statement after the ...

1 month ago
Experts from the Kansas State University Beef Cattle Institute recently provided insight into the veterinary school application process during an episode of the BCI Cattle Chat podcast, offering practical advice for students preparing to apply to veterinary programs. Panelists emphasized that academic performance remains a key component of a competitive application. Students are encouraged to maintain ...

1 month ago
Since 2010, the USDA has reported that the U.S. beef cattle herd has declined 12%, from 31.7 million in 2010 to 27.9 million in 2025, though producers are still able to meet beef demands through efficient cattle. But a Kansas State University researcher suggests that producers need to take a closer look at the management of ...

1 month ago
Quivira National Wildlife Refuge is offering a five-year grazing agreement for three producers. According to the Kansas Livestock Association, about 10,000 acres will be managed under a rotational system, with each producer grazing up to 2,000 acres annually within one of three designated management units. Those interested must submit an application. To apply, click here or call (620) 410-4011. ...

2 months ago
Making sound bull purchasing decisions can be one of the most important management choices a cattle operation makes, according to experts speaking on Kanaas State University’s Beef Cattle Institute Cattle Chat podcast. The team sat down with K-State Purebred Beef Unit Manager Christian Magana and Jason Warner, cow-calf extension specialist, to discuss bull selection strategies producers can ...

2 months ago
Multiple wildfires have burned across Kansas since Feb. 17, fueled by high winds and dry conditions. In response, Gov. Laura Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency declaration ahead of the anticipated fire weather. For many farm and ranch families, these fires have caused devastating agricultural losses, including livestock. The Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) has established a ...

2 months ago
With an ever-growing population, agriculturists and researchers continually strive to find new ways and innovations to enhance food production. Following a recent trial at the Kansas State University Dairy Research and Teaching Center, one researcher suggests that a higher omega-3 diet in dairy cattle can increase milk production and aid in maintaining a pregnancy. Victor Gomez-Leon, an ...