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Pretty Prairie Celebrates 89 Years of Kansas’ Largest Night Rodeo

Tuesday, July 14

The Pretty Prairie Rodeo, known for decades as Kansas’ Largest Night Rodeo, is in its 89th season this year. Pretty Prairie native Julie Graber has been involved with the rodeo her entire life. For the past 27 years, she has been a member of the... Read More.

Soil & Soul: Tackling Farm Stress Together in Central Kansas

Friday, July 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - When you live in Kansas, you know farming isn’t just a job - it’s a way of life, a family legacy, and the heartbeat of our rural communities. But these days, the fields feel heavier, not just with the weight of... Read More.

Nebraska Officially Recognizes Antique Tractor Preservation Day, Joining Growing National Agricultural Heritage Initiative

Wednesday, July 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan., - July 7, 2026 — Nebraska has become the latest state to officially recognize Antique Tractor Preservation Day, as Governor Jim Pillen today proclaimed August 22, 2026, as Antique Tractor Preservation Day in the State of Nebraska. The proclamation recognizes the nationally... Read More.

Day 12, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Tuesday, July 7

KANSAS - This is day 12 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. Harvest continued over the holiday weekend, with farmers finishing up... Read More.

Registration Now Open for 2026 Kansas Ag Growth Summit

Monday, July 6

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture invites you to join them in Manhattan this summer as they discuss growth opportunities for agriculture at the 11th annual Kansas Governor’s Summit on Agricultural Growth on Thursday, August 20, at the Hilton Garden Inn at 410... Read More.

Kelsy Sproul Selected for the 2026 CoBank National Partnership in Agricultural Literacy Award

Thursday, July 2

MANHATTAN, Kan. - July 2, 2026 – The National Agriculture in the Classroom Organization (NAITCO) has selected Kelsy Sproul, a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Kansas State University, as the recipient of its 2026 CoBank Partnership in Agricultural... Read More.

Day 10, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Wednesday, July 1

KANSAS - This is day 10 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. Temperatures continue to rise as a heat advisory is issued... Read More.

Corn Planted Acreage Down 3% from 2025, Soybean Acreage up 5% from Last Year

Tuesday, June 30

(WASHINGTON, D.C., June 30, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) estimated 95.3 million acres of corn planted in the U.S. for 2026, down 3% from last year, according to the Acreage report released today. Soybean area planted is estimated at 85.4 million... Read More.

Day 9, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Tuesday, June 30

KANSAS - This is day 9 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. After several days of scorching temperatures and dry conditions, farmers... Read More.

KFB’s VOTE FBF Endorses Vicki Schmidt for Governor

Monday, June 29

KANSAS - Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Voters Organized to Elect Farm Bureau Friends (VOTE FBF) political action committee announced today its endorsement of Vicki Schmidt for Kansas governor. "Vicki Schmidt has shown throughout her distinguished career in public service she’s willing to listen and make... Read More.

Entries Now Open for KDA Photo Contest

Friday, June 26

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The beauty of Kansas agriculture can’t be captured by a camera, but we encourage you to try in the annual Kansas Department of Agriculture Photo Contest. KDA is now accepting photo entries, and will continue accepting entries through August 16. This year’s... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Announces Golden Ticket Giveaway

Thursday, June 25

Kansas, America-Themed Prize Package Gives One Winner the Ultimate 2026 Fair Experience Hutchinson, KS – The Kansas State Fair is bringing back the Golden Ticket Giveaway, and this year, the prize package comes with a Kansas, America spin. One lucky winner will receive the ultimate Fair experience for... Read More.