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USDA to Expand Crop Insurance Access for Farmers and Ranchers, Boosting the Farm Safety Net

Friday, December 5

(Washington, D.C., December 5, 2025) — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced major updates to federal crop insurance, reducing red tape for farmers, modernizing long-standing policies, and expanding access to critical risk protection beginning with the 2026 crop year. The Read More.

Trump Administration Delivers Second Stage of Crop Disaster Assistance for Farmers

Monday, November 17

Washington, D.C., (November 17, 2025) — Three days after the government reopened and despite the radical left Democrat caused shutdown, President Donald J. Trump and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins continue to put Farmers First, including the unprecedented move to reopen over... Read More.

Farmers, Food Systems Highlight 2026 Great Plains Growers Conference

Friday, November 14

Regional event set for Jan. 8-10 in St. Joseph, Mo. MANHATTAN, Kan. — Organizers of a three-day conference drawing growers, researchers and community leaders from across the Midwest say the early January event will help strengthen regional food systems.The 2026 Great Plains Growers Conference,... Read More.

K-State Ag Profitability Conferences Aim to Help Farmers Navigate Tough Economy

Monday, November 3

University plans nine events beginning in early December MANHATTAN, Kan. — With Kansas farmers facing rising financial pressures, Kansas State University is hosting a series of Agricultural Profitability Conferences across the state, beginning in December and continuing through early February. The conferences, Making ‘Cents’ of a Shifting... Read More.

K-State Ag Profitability Conferences Aim to Help Farmers Navigate Tough Economy

Tuesday, October 28

University plans nine events beginning in early DecemberMANHATTAN, Kan. — With Kansas farmers facing rising financial pressures, Kansas State University is hosting a series of Agricultural Profitability Conferences across the state, beginning in December and continuing through early February.The conferences, Making ‘Cents’ of a... Read More.

In Kansas City, Secretary Rollins Speaks on State of Farm Economy, Announces Suite of Actions to Support American Farmers

Friday, September 26

Kansas City, MO (September 25, 2025) — Today, in Kansas City at the Agriculture Outlook Forum, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins spoke on the current state of the farm economy in the United States and addressed the ways President Trump is... Read More.

Secretary Rollins Announces Reinvigorated Farm to School Grants Supporting American Farmers and Children

Wednesday, September 10

WASHINGTON, D.C., (September 10, 2025) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is delivering on its commitment to support child health and American agriculture by opening applications for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants. Through this grant opportunity,... Read More.

Lori Davis Elected as Director for Farmers Alliance Companies

Monday, August 25

MCPHERSON, Kan. — Lori Davis, CPA, has joined the Board of Directors for the Farmers Alliance Companies, effective October 1, 2024. With over 30 years of experience in public accounting across various industries, including property and casualty insurance, Lori brings a wealth of knowledge... Read More.

Governor Kelly Proclaims August as Kansas Farmers’ Market Month

Tuesday, August 12

MANHATTAN, Kan. (Aug. 1, 2025) — In recognition of the important role farmers’ markets play in Kansas communities, Governor Laura Kelly proclaimed August as Kansas Farmers’ Market Month.In both urban centers and rural communities, farmers’ markets give consumers access to fresh, locally grown produce... Read More.

Senior Farmers Market Vouchers will be Available in Garnett

Thursday, June 12

GARNETT, Kan. — While there will likely not be a Senior Farmers Market Voucher program in Kansas this year, there will be one in Anderson County thanks to local support.Thanks to efforts of the Garnett Chamber of Commerce and generous support of the Anderson... Read More.

Farmers Alliances Named United Way of McPherson County 2023 Workplace Campaign Award Winners

Friday, August 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — On Wednesday, Aug. 7, United Way of McPherson County awarded Farmers Alliance for being the workplace to raise the largest total amount for the United Way Campaign, which includes employee and employer contributions/pledges/matches.

Michele Graham Joins Farmers Alliance Companies as Senior Vice President, Chief Services Officer

Friday, August 2

By the Farmers Alliance Companies MCPHERSON, Kan. — Michele Graham, CPCU, ARM, PMP, LSSBB, has been named Senior Vice President, Chief Services Officer for Farmers Alliance Companies, effective September 1, 2024. The announcement was made by Brian D. Lopata, President and Chief Executive Officer, following... Read More.