1 month ago
With rising input costs and tighter margins across the cattle industry, determining what a bull is truly worth has become a more strategic decision than ever for cow-calf producers. Industry experts emphasize that a bull’s value extends far beyond his sale price, shaping herd performance and profitability for years to come. Kansas State University cow-calf expert Jason ...

1 month ago
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an emergency use authorization (EUA) for F10 antiseptic wound spray with insecticide to help prevent and treat New World screwworm (NWS) infestations. According to the Kansas Livestock Association, the over-the-counter product can be used on cattle, horses, minor species such as sheep and goats, and a variety of ...

1 month ago
Understanding wheat production today requires more than what happens in the field. For participants in the Kansas Wheat Leadership Program, that broader view is exactly the point. The Kansas Wheat Leadership Program takes farmers beyond the field, offering a deep exploration of the crop's full lifecycle. Rather than focusing on production practices, the program spotlights the ...

2 months ago
With the beginning of spring, K-State Extension small ruminant specialist Kelsey Bentley warns that parasite pressure in sheep and goats is entering a critical season, putting flocks and herds at heightened risk for health and production losses. She says the most common internal parasites include gastrointestinal worms in adult animals and coccidia in young lambs and ...

2 months ago
The Kansas Livestock Foundation (KLF) is accepting scholarship applications for the 2026-27 school year. Applicants must be graduates of a Kansas high school and enrolled at a Kansas community or senior college for the fall 2026 semester. The Merck Cartridges for Cash program offers $1,500 scholarships to Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine students and ...

2 months ago
Alfalfa is Kansas’ fourth most economically valuable crop, with roughly 660,000 acres harvested annually. With dramatically changing weather temperatures recently, one Kansas State University researcher suggests that producers start scouting their fields for alfalfa weevils. “Cold, dry weather that slows or hinders the growth of alfalfa may make it more at risk from serious weevil damage ...

2 months ago
 From early mornings feeding livestock to long days in the field, farmers and ranchers spend much of their time caring for crops, animals and equipment. But Erin Martinez, a Kansas State University expert in adult development and aging,says the person behind the operation often gets overlooked — and scheduling an annual medical exam is one simple ...

2 months ago
If there's one thing Dan Moser has taken away from his tenure as interim dean of Kansas State University's College of Agriculture, it's a reminder of the excitement K‑State generates among its stakeholders. That excitement will be critical, Moser said, as he works to elevate the college and expand K‑State's reputation as a national leader in agricultural ...

2 months ago
Agricultural operations in Kansas have been significantly impacted by recent wildfires. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from these adverse weather events. “USDA has a suite of programs to support farmers and ranchers as they recover from disasters,” said Farm Production and Conservation ...

2 months ago
Managing calf scours starts with prevention and early intervention, according to experts from the Beef Cattle Institute at Kansas State University. During a recent episode of the BCI Cattle Chat, the veterinary team discussed strategies producers can use to manage and prevent calf scours, one of the most common health challenges in young calves. According to the ...

2 months ago
According to the Kansas Livestock Association, the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Division of Conservation has made available cost-share funds to assist producers affected by the recent wildfires in Kansas. Those included in this initiative are the Ranger Road, Stevens, Tennis, Andrew Lane and Rawlins County wildfires. KDA–DOC will provide a total of $151,000 in financial assistance ...