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Agriculture Today

Kansas State University
Kansas
Agricultural Economics
Cattle Market
Census Of Agriculture
USDA
Kansas State University
Livestock
Cattle
Demographics Of Producers
Weak Calf Syndrome
Crop Insurance
Corn
Sustainable Agriculture
Animal Agriculture Facilities
Family Farms
Fruit Trees
Kosha Control
Weather Conditions
Kansas Farm Service Agency
Dairy Margin Coverage

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 copie... more

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Latest Episodes

• Grain Market Volatility

• Brown Wheat Mites

• Spring or Summer Weather?

00:01:05 – Grain Market Volatility: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off today's show with his grain market update where he chats about upcoming grain stocks ... more

• Wheat Status: Cold, Hot, Mites and Drought, Part 1

• Wheat Status: Cold, Hot, Mites and Drought, Part 2

• Pruning Trees

00:01:05 – Wheat Status: Cold, Hot, Mites and Drought, Part 1: K-State Extension agronomists Jeanne Falk Jones and Logan Sim... more

• American Food Market Developments

• Getting a Handle on Marestail

• Implications of Weight-Loss Medications

00:01:05 – American Food Market Developments: Beginning the show is K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen as he explains thre... more

• Fins, Fur and Feathers: Water Impacts from Burning

• Family of Agriculture

• Kansas Distinguished Dairy Award Winner

00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Water Impacts from Burning: Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken start today's show with a part of t... more

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Recent Guests

Jeanne Falk Jones
K-State Extension Agronomist in Northwest Kansas
K-State Extension
Episode: 2147 - How Wheat is in Kansas...Combination of Issues for Wheat
Jamie Kopko
Penn State University Extension
Penn State University
Episode: 2146 - States Impacting Food and Agricultural Laws...Marestail Control
Abby Heidari
Special guest on Cattle Chat segment
Beef Cattle Institute
Episode: 2146 - States Impacting Food and Agricultural Laws...Marestail Control
Jill Zimmerman
President of the Kansas Agriculture and Rural Leadership Program (CARL)
CARL program
Episode: 2145 - Aquatics Impact from Prescribed Burning...Ag Day
Kim Baldwin
Agriculture participant in McPherson County
Baldwinag / Papa Baldie's popcorn
Episode: 2144 - Tight Cattle Market...Peer to Peer Learning for Youth
Augustine Obour
K-State Soil Scientist
Kansas State University
Episode: 2143 - Grain Futures, Cash, Transportation and Exports...Erosion Concerns After Wildfire
Maddie Mancke
Special guest, Beef Cattle Institute
Beef Cattle Institute
Episode: 2141 - Using CRP and Hearing from Around the State...Giving Crops and Herbicides their Best Chance
Sarah Ganske
K-State Weed Specialist
Kansas State University
Episode: 2141 - Using CRP and Hearing from Around the State...Giving Crops and Herbicides their Best Chance
Laura Miller
Kansas State University Associate Professor of Veterinary Virology
Kansas State University
Episode: 2140 - Mealworms for Poultry Protection from HPAI...Teamwork for Avian Research

Host

Shelby Varner
Host of Agriculture Today

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Good Overall View of Kansas Agriculture

    Provides great insights around what is going on around the state. Implementing more agronomy insights would be helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Western Kansas Agriculturalist
    United States2 years ago
  • Want more agronomy

    Good show but it’s really grain and livestock heavy. Would like more agronomy info

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Comcke
    United States4 years ago

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Guests and field reports are seen as credible and locally relevant.
Coverage is strong on grain and livestock; some want more agronomy-focused content.
Listeners appreciate practical, data-driven Kansas ag insights and industry updates.

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#125
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#140
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#189
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2147 - How Wheat is in Kansas...Combination of Issues for Wheat
Q: How should growers assess damage and make management decisions going forward?
Inspect individual fields for regrowth, consider microclimate variation, and slowly implement management actions like herbicide applications and top-dressing, with caution to avoid locking out future crop options.
2147 - How Wheat is in Kansas...Combination of Issues for Wheat
Q: What have been some recent concerns with the wheat crop after the deep freeze?
Concerns center on the freeze timing, how different regions and growth stages were affected, and the need to assess regrowth capacity by looking for green tissue near the base and evaluating regrowth potential over the next 10-14 days.
2145 - Aquatics Impact from Prescribed Burning...Ag Day
Q: What drew you to agriculture, and how has that shaped your view of Ag Day?
A lifelong family farming background and the people involved in agriculture drive a sense of pride and purpose in sharing the industry's story on Ag Day.
2145 - Aquatics Impact from Prescribed Burning...Ag Day
Q: As the CARL program travels statewide, what differences do you see in agriculture across Kansas?
The state is very diverse, with rainfall, soils, and communities shaping how agriculture looks in each region, and CARL helps participants understand those differences firsthand.
2144 - Tight Cattle Market...Peer to Peer Learning for Youth
Q: How is 4-H expanding its reach beyond traditional participants?
The Cool Careers contest is opening to all youth aged 10 to 18, including non-4-H participants, with statewide promotion and a Kansas State Fair award celebration to recognize achievements.

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7. Maddie Mancke
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