Agriculture
Farmers’ market and food producer workshops offered
The Kansas Department of Agriculture and K-State Research and Extension (KSRE) will offer four regional Local Food Producer Workshops to assist farmers’ market vendors and managers, and for those wanting to sell food products directly to consumers.Kansas farmers’ markets not only provide a fresh food source, but also stimulate the local economy.
Master Gardener Consider frost dates when selecting fruit trees
Fruit Trees and FrostIf you are considering purchasing fruit trees this spring, there are certain factors that should be considered for some of our fruit tree species.
Fitzsimmons takes ag leadership role as Pratt County Ag Extension Agent
Jenna Fitzsimmons, Pratt County’s new Research and Extension Ag Agent, is new to her job as of January 1, 2024, but she is not new to Pratt County 4-H and agriculture programs.
Kansas Sorghum welcomes Adam York as new CEO
On January 10, 2024, the Kansas Grain Sorghum Producers Association (KGSPA) and Commission (KGSC) are excited to announce Adam York will assume the role as Kansas Sorghum’s new CEO.York brings a strong policy and leadership background to the position with half a decade of experience in the sorghum industry; he has served as Director of Programs for Kansas Sorghum, Sustainability Director for the United Sorghum Checkoff Program, and Government Affairs Director for the National Sorghum Producers.
Farmers National Company proclaims that 2024 brings resilient ag land market
Despite increasing pressure from declining commodity markets, rising interest rates and inflation, the land market seems to be moving into 2024 maintaining the value increases it has built during the past three years.The sharp increase in land values from a year ago that was primarily driven by strong commodity markets has slowed, but those values are being maintained, which is evidenced in Farmers National Company sale results logged in the past six months.
Kansas Farm Bureau to recognize tradition, heritage of family farms
MANHATTAN — Kansas Farm Bureau is continuing in 2024 its recognition for “Sesquicentennial Farms” in conjunction with its annual “Century Farm” program.
Scoular partners with Regrow for regenerative ag program
Scoular will have the ability to develop regenerative sourcing programs with its customers, thanks to a new partnership between the company and Regrow.
Sunflower reports are mixed for early January 2024
The National Sunflower Association has released a market report for the first week of January 2024.Sunflower prices were mixed at the crush plants last week.
Application period for non-resident turkey permits begins January 9
Non-resident hunters who wish to obtain a 2024 Kansas spring turkey permit may submit an application for the all-new lottery draw from January 9 through February 9, 2024.