Tag: KSAgriculture
K-State Secures $25M Matching Grant for Agriculture Innovation: A Leap Forward in Kansas’ Agricultural Economy
By Trish Svoboda The Kansas State University recently received a matching grant of $25 million from the Kansas Legislature for its Agriculture Innovation Initiative. At
K-State Veterinarians Share Innovative Summer Grazing Strategies on Cattle Chat: A Comprehensive Approach to Pasture Health and Productivity
By Trish Svoboda On a recent episode of Cattle Chat, veterinarians from Kansas State University discussed summer grazing strategies that can help maintain the health
Kansas State University’s Wheat Quality Lab: Pioneering High-Quality Wheat Varieties through Rigorous Testing and Advanced Technology
By Trish Svoboda The process of developing a new wheat variety involves years of testing by both public and private wheat breeders, focusing on all
Progress Made on 2024 Farm, Food, and National Security Act: U.S. Representative Tracey Mann Advocates for Fiscal Responsibility and Agricultural Interests
By Trish Svoboda Today, May 24, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024 made progress in the House Agriculture Committee, thanks to the
Clay Counts Coalition Planning To Address Mental Health In Agriculture With New Program
By Quinn O’Hara The Clay Counts Coalition is organizing an effort to address mental health issues in agriculture with a new program called Farmer to
Second HPAI Case Linked to Dairy Cows Emerges in Michigan: CDC Stresses Precautions Despite Low Public Risk
By Trish Svoboda The Centers for Disease Control reported that a new case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has emerged in Michigan, marking the
Kansas Legislature Allocates Historic $35M for Water Conservation Amidst Groundwater Crisis
By Trish Svoboda In 2023, the Kansas Legislature allocated $35 million, a move supported by various agricultural groups, including the Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB). This
USDA Allocates $300 Million to Boost American Agricultural Exports: New Markets, Greater Opportunities
By Trish Svoboda On May 21, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack declared that the U.S. Department of Agriculture will distribute $300 million to 66 American
Kansas Celebrates Beef Month: A Tribute to the State’s Economic Powerhouse and Nutritious Delight
By Trish Svoboda In late April 2024, Governor Laura Kelly officially declared May 2024 as Kansas Beef Month. This proclamation recognizes the importance of beef
Springtime Strategies for Calf Health and Marketing: Insights from Kansas State University Beef Cattle Institute Experts
By Trish Svoboda At this time of year, experts from the Kansas State University Beef Cattle Institute recommend starting routine procedures for one- to two-month-old