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Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Cody Stufflebean

Wednesday, December 31

The home football team sets up for a goal-line play, trying to score a go-ahead touchdown and help cement a winning conference record. As the play clock runs down, the players take the field. But in addition to the quarterback and running back, there are... Read More.

New Kansas Corn & Soybean Agronomy Series Bringing Top Speakers to Four Locations

Tuesday, December 30

The Kansas Corn and Soybean Agronomy Series is coming in January to Hiawatha, Newton, Iola and Dodge City, sponsored by Kansas Soybean and Kansas Corn. With input from growers, the traditional corn and soybean schools have been retooled into a fresh, fast-paced agronomy... Read More.

Registration Now Open for 2026 Women Grow the Farm Conference

Friday, December 19

MANHATTAN, Kan. - Registration is officially open for the 2026 Women Grow the Farm Conference, the premier event dedicated to inspiring, connecting and empowering women shaping every facet of agriculture. The conference will be held February 12–13, 2026, in Manhattan, Kansas, and will feature... Read More.

K-State to Honor Farmers at TAPS Awards Banquet

Friday, December 19

Annual competition challenges producers to test water-saving strategies GARDEN CITY, Kan. — Farmers from Kansas and other parts of the world who have competed against each other in an increasingly popular program to test new water saving strategies will be recognized during an awards banquet... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Evaluating Replacement Heifers Ahead of Breeding Season

Tuesday, December 16

K-State beef cattle experts emphasize early heifer preparation and the role of nutrition in early conception and calving success MANHATTAN, Kan. — Carefully preparing replacement heifers prior to breeding season is essential for improving conception rates and ensuring cows calve early and remain productive throughout... Read More.

Governor Kelly Updates Declaration of Drought Emergency, Warnings, and Watches for Kansas Counties

Monday, December 15

TOPEKA, Kan. (December 12, 2025) — Governor Laura Kelly has signed a proclamation approving updated drought declarations for Kansas counties. Above-normal precipitation in recent months has led to noticeable improvement in drought conditions, particularly across the western two-thirds of the state. Fall 2025 is... Read More.

Caring for Poinsettias

Thursday, December 11

K-State horticulture expert says popular holiday plant can be maintained year-round MANHATTAN, Kan. — In all their colorful glory, poinsettias are a great addition to any home during the holiday season. Ranging from red, white, green, pink or a color combination, poinsettias can be maintained year-round,... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Darrell Westervelt, Blueville Nursery

Wednesday, December 10

MANHATTAN, Kan. (Dec. 3, 2025) — “We’re not really in the plant business, we’re in the people business.” That may seem an unusual statement for the owner of a nursery and landscape company, but it describes the philosophy that has helped this business to succeed. Darrell... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Keeping an Eye Out for Theileria

Tuesday, December 9

K-State beef cattle experts detail Theileria threats, how it’s transmitted and ways producers can stay ahead of the disease MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University beef cattle experts are urging producers to stay alert this winter as new research reveals that Theileria, a tick-borne parasite affecting cattle... Read More.

K-State Specialist Shares Tips for Managing Cattle as Temps Get Cold

Monday, December 8

Cold stress increases cow’s energy needs, says Warner MANHATTAN, Kan. — As temperatures become colder, a K-State cow-calf specialist says it is important for beef producers to be on the lookout for cold stress in their cattle. “Beef cows begin to experience cold stress when... Read More.

Kansas Health Commissioner Urges Biosecurity to Curb Spread of EHV-1

Monday, December 8

Disease not yet reported in Kansas, but risk is higher during winter months MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas Animal Health Commissioner Justin Smith says biosecurity practices will be key to stemming the spread of a highly contagious virus in horses that can cause respiratory issues,... Read More.

K-State to Host Calving Schools Across Kansas

Friday, December 5

Programs focus on calving management, handling difficult births MANHATTAN, Kan. — In anticipation of calving season, Kansas State University’s Department of Animal Sciences and Industry and Kansas State University Extension are planning a series of calving schools beginning in December and continuing through January. The... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Cody Stufflebean

New Kansas Corn & Soybean Agronomy Series Bringing Top Speakers to Four Locations

Registration Now Open for 2026 Women Grow the Farm Conference

K-State to Honor Farmers at TAPS Awards Banquet

Cattle Chat: Evaluating Replacement Heifers Ahead of Breeding Season

Governor Kelly Updates Declaration of Drought Emergency, Warnings, and Watches for Kansas Counties

Caring for Poinsettias

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Darrell Westervelt, Blueville Nursery

Cattle Chat: Keeping an Eye Out for Theileria

K-State Specialist Shares Tips for Managing Cattle as Temps Get Cold

Kansas Health Commissioner Urges Biosecurity to Curb Spread of EHV-1

K-State to Host Calving Schools Across Kansas

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