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Economist says producers shouldn’t focus solely on price per pound

Monday, March 31

A livestock economist says that at current price levels, cattle producers can become too focused on price per pound. University of Kentucky’s Kenny Burdine tells Brownfield, “If you get too focused on price per pound, sometimes you can miss dollars per head, and that’s... Read More.

A focus on endemic swine diseases

Monday, March 3

An official with the National Pork Board is encouraged by efforts to eradicate endemic swine diseases in the U.S. Brett Kaysen is senior vice president of producer and state engagement. “For example, pseudorabies. There was a time when pseudorabies and hog cholera really decimated... Read More.

Governor Kehoe’s Agriculture Focus

Monday, January 27

The Missouri Soybean Association is confident that the incoming Governor Mike Kehoe will maintain a focus on agriculture despite budget challenges. Kehoe’s regulatory approach and transportation infrastructure spending are seen as farmer-friendly by Missouri farmers. The post Governor Kehoe’s Agriculture Focus appeared first on... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 to Host Community Focus Groups Jan. 16 and Jan. 27: USD 418 Board Meeting Highlights

Wednesday, January 15

McPHERSON, Kan. — The USD 418 Board of Education held their regular monthly meeting on January 13, 2025.The Board has scheduled two special meetings for January 16 and January 27 at 6:00PM to host Community Focus Groups. These groups are part of our ongoing... Read More.

A focus on soil health

Wednesday, December 25

A southern Illinois based agronomist says focusing on soil health in the midst of the economic downturn can benefit farmers in the long run. Nick Frederking with AgriGold tells Brownfield, “We always like to check for CEC and organic matter to understand the holding capacity... Read More.

ISDA’s focus for 2025

Saturday, December 21

The director of the Indiana State Department of Agriculture is preparing for the 2025 state legislative session. Don Lamb says the recently completed loss of farmland study could shape movement in the statehouse. “It guides so much of our future and now as we... Read More.

Focus on proven agronomy in downturn

Friday, December 20

The outreach agronomist with the Illinois Soybean Association says farmers should focus on proven agronomic practices during the economic downturn. Stephanie Porter says many farmers are looking at cost saving measures next season. “I guess most importantly, there’s a lot of possibly biased agronomy... Read More.

Rice Community Healthcare Announces Rebrand to Reflect Focus on Family Medicine and Unified System

Monday, September 16

By Rice Community Healthcare/Rice Community Health RICE COUNTY, Kan. (September 2024) — Rice Community Healthcare is excited to unveil a new branding initiative designed to align its services more closely with its focus on family medicine and community-centered care. As part of this rebrand, the... Read More.

USD 308 Superintendent Presents YMCA Information, Legislative Topics, Facilities Focus Groups, and Accountability Report Review at Board of Education Meeting

Tuesday, January 23

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, KAN. — The USD 308 Board of Education met Monday, January 22, 2024. The board had a light agenda with no action items.Superintendent Dr. Johnson began the meeting by thanking the board for their service. January is School Board Appreciation... Read More.

Buhler Wallops Ulysses, Turns Focus to McPherson Rematch

Friday, October 27

By Brad Hallier BUHLER, Kan. - Buhler wasn't caught looking forward to a rematch with McPherson on Friday, although after the second-seeded Crusaders whipped Ulysses 62-16 on Friday in the first round of the Class 4A playoffs, they can now officially prepare for the rematch.Buhler... Read More.

Pro Football Focus Ranks Andy Reid as the Best Head Coach in the NFL

Friday, June 30

By: Matt McMullen, Chiefs Reporter (chiefs.com) - Pro Football Focus published their rankings of the top head coaches in the National Football League on Wednesday, and after leading the Kansas City Chiefs to their second Super Bowl title in four seasons, Andy Reid topped the... Read More.

Crop Insurance in Focus During Second Ag Committee Hearing on 2023 Farm Bill

Thursday, February 9

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. questioned witnesses Thursday during the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, & Forestry’s second hearing on the 2023 Farm Bill, a five-year legislative package that is critical for providing support to Kansas’ agriculture industry. Today’s hearing focused on... Read More.