Agriculture

DeWeese teacher to lead professional institute

Anita DeWeese, agriscience educator at Skyline, was recently selected to facilitate a Professional Development Institute for Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education (CASE) this summer. De- Weese is one of 80 educators who will serve as a Lead Teacher because of advanced competency in the curriculum and ability to demonstrate excellent facilitation skills. DeWeese attended eliteELEVATION in Nashville, TN, March 24-26, 2022, with teachers from more than 20 states in preparation for this national role. Lead Teachers will facilitate CASE’s inquiry-based curriculum that shifts teacher-led instruction to student-directed learning.

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Cattle Chat: Economic impact on beef demand from alternative protein sources

MANHATTAN — When selecting meat in the grocery store the product cut, price per pound, and visual appeal are just some of the factors that influence the purchasing decision. And for curious consumers, plant-based protein sources may also drive the purchase for those who follow a primarily vegetarian diet but occasionally eat meat or fish, known as flexitarians.

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Early discount ends April 15 for winter wheat entries in the 2022 National Wheat Yield Contest

Much-need moisture is soaking in across Kansas wheat fields, and Kansas wheat producers have renewed enthusiasm for this year’s harvest prospects. Kansas Wheat encourages them to capitalize on the recent rain in yet another way — entering the 2022 National Wheat Yield Contest. The discount for early entries for winter wheat ends on April 15, providing a solid window for producers to survey and select their best potential plots as they green-up.

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Kansas Ag Day celebrated March 22

MANHATTAN, Kansas — In honor of Kansas’ largest industry, employer and economic driver, the Kansas Department of Agriculture observed Kansas Agriculture Day on March 22 with a day at the Capitol. In addition, the entire month of March was proclaimed Kansas Agriculture Month by Governor Laura Kelly.

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Communication is key to understanding the nature of the beast

For those who want to build confidence and balance in the saddle it is essential to overcome the challenges of poor communication, said 3i SHOW special presenter in horsemanship Kerry Kuhn. Over on the dirt side of the Western State Bank Expo Center, Kuhn spoke from experience to onlookers who would know that there is little difference between raising a child and rearing a horse.

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