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Phosphorous could be “overprioritized” as farmers weigh input costs

Tuesday, November 19

Corn farmers are likely looking to shave input costs in the face of low commodity prices. And University of Minnesota Extension nutrient management specialist Daniel Kaiser says phosphorous might be overprioritized going into 2025. “Looking back this fall, the prices have been pretty strong... Read More.

Drones have raised productivity and lowered costs for farmers

Tuesday, October 29

Agricultural drones were a novel new idea less than a decade ago, but now, they are quickly becoming a cost-effective farming tool thanks to larger payloads, changes in regulations, and improved technology. Arthur Erickson with Hylio says the technology has already reached a point... Read More.

Late Run by Valor Costs Lady Warriors in Conference Battle

Monday, January 8

STERLING, Kan. (SCWarriors.com) – The Lady Warriors began the 2024 portion of the season by hosting the Evangel Valor for the first time in KCAC competition. The Valor put together a couple of key runs in the game, their final one putting the game... Read More.

Kansas Chamber Annual Business Leaders Poll Finds Concerns about Business Costs Skyrocketing

Tuesday, December 19

By the Kansas Chamber Topeka, KAN., — The Kansas Chamber Tuesday released the 19th edition of its Annual Business Leaders Poll.“Each year the Kansas Chamber asks business leaders from across the state to name the most important issues they face. This year’s poll found taxes,... Read More.

Inconsistent Offense Costs Lady Warriors

Monday, November 20

STERLING, Kan. (SCWarriors.com) –The Lady Warriors fall to 1-1 in KCAC play Saturday afternoon after taking a 73-57 loss to the University of Saint Mary Spires. Sterling won the first quarter, but was not able to keep pace with the Spires from that point... Read More.

USDA Invests $4.21 Million to Help Rural Kansas Business Owners Lower Energy Costs, Generate Income and Expand Operations

Monday, November 6

By U.S. Department of Agriculture KANSAS — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Kansas State Director Christy Davis today announced that Rural Development is awarding $4.21 million in grants to help agricultural producers and rural small business owners make energy efficiency improvements and renewable... Read More.

2nd Half Swede Run Costs Warriors Late

Thursday, February 2

By Sterling College Athletics STERLING, Kan. - The Sterling men's matchups may turn into some great battles if both of these programs continue in the direction they are going. Bethany plays a physical, defensive pressure, aggressive rebound, active hands kind of game. Sterling is continuing... Read More.