Agriculture Today

How the Grain Market is Looking Tar Spot and Other Corn Diseases Cool and Wet to Hot and Humid 00:01:05 – How the Grain Market is Looking: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, begins the show as he talks about downward trends for corn, soybeans and wheat in the futures. He also disucsses upcoming report expectations. Daniel on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – Tar Spot and Other Corn Diseases: K-State Extension row crop specialist, Rodrigo Onofre, keeps the show moving as he covers what concerns there currently are for corn, including tar spot, rusts, corn stunt and corn leafhoppers. Kansas Corn Disease Tracker Fungicide Considerations and Field Scouting Corn Disease in Kansas Tar Spot in Kansas 00:23:05 – Cool and Wet to Hot and Humid: Wrapping up the show is Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, as he recaps our recent cool and wet weather and the change to hot and humid that we should be expecting. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Agriculture Undersecretary Visits Kansas 4-H Summer Enrichment Program Can Cattle be Raised in Confinement? 00:01:05 – Agriculture Undersecretary Visits Kansas: Beginning the show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he recaps the recent visit from the undersecretary of farm production and conservation. Farmers.gov 00:12:05 – 4-H Summer Enrichment Program: Kansas 4-H summer enrichment program administrator Regan Gleason continues the show discussing the 4-H Summer Enrichment Program and what they hope it provides to Kansas youth. Kansas4-H.org KSWheat.com 00:23:05 – Can Cattle be Raised in Confinement?: Brad White, Todd Gunderson, Phillip Lancaster and special guest Logan Thompson end today's show with part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast talking about raising beef cattle in confinement. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cattle on Feed Report June Cattle Management Keeping Wildlife Wild 00:01:05 – Cattle on Feed Report: The show begins with a cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, as he reviews the Cattle on Feed report and the impact of New World screwworm and drought. LMIC.info 00:12:05 – June Cattle Management: K-State Extension cow-calf specialist, Jason Warner, continues today's show as he talks about management steps cattle producers could be taking this time of year for spring and fall calving herds. KSUBeef.org 00:23:05 – Keeping Wildlife Wild: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, ends the show as he reminds people why it is important to leave wildlife wild and what to do if you do encounter wildlife. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Water Needs for Cattle Swine Market and Summer Differences Assessing Landscape Damage 00:01:05 – Water Needs for Cattle: Starting the show is K-State Extension beef cattle specialist Justin Waggoner as he discusses factors that influence water needs of cattle and how to make sure they are getting enough. KSUBeef.org Estimating Water Requirements 00:12:05 – Swine Market and Summer Differences: Joel DeRouchey, K-State Extension swine specialist, continues today's show as he provides an update on the swine market and what changes in the summer. KSUSwine.org 00:23:05 – Assessing Landscape Damage: K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, ends the show as he explains the steps involved in assessing damage to the home landscape following a severe storm. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Working in Extension Row Crops Damaged by Weather Monitoring New World Screwworm for Dairy Producers 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Working in Extension: Beginning the show is Joe Gerken and Drew Ricketts from K-State with part of their Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode where they discuss their involvement in Extension and what Extension provides for Kansans. Fins, Fur and Feathers wildlife.k-state.edu 00:12:05 – Row Crops Damaged by Weather: Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomists, continue today's show as they talk about the recent weather damage to wheat, corn and soybeans. Considerations for Storm-Damaged Wheat Assessing Storm Damage in Corn: Defoliation, Root Lodging and Green Snap 00:23:05 – Monitoring New World Screwworm for Dairy Producers: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show as he provides an update on the New World screwworm and how dairy producers can better protect livestock through continual monitoring and evaluation. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

What Is Happening for Corn and Sorghum Wheat and Soybean Markets Severe Weather and Excessive Rainfall 00:01:05 – What is Happening for Corn and Sorghum: K-State grain economist Daniel O'Brien and senior economist at the IGP Institute Guy Allen detail what's happening with corn and sorghum. AgManager.info 00:12:05 – Wheat and Soybean Markets: Daniel and Guy continue the show discussing what we are seeing with wheat and highlight the record high soybean crush. 00:23:05 – Severe Weather and Excessive Rainfall: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends the show discussing the recent severe weather and rainfall across the state as well as some potentially cooler temperatures coming this weekend. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Loan Opportunities with the Farm Service Agency Japanese Beetles and Corn Rootworms in Kansas Cattle Health Starting in Gestation 00:01:05 – Loan Opportunities with the Farm Service Agency: Beginning the show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he reviews FSA loan opportunities and what is coming up for the agency. Farmers.gov Service Center Locator 00:12:05 – Japanese Beetles and Corn Rootworms in Kansas: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show rolling as he discusses Japanese beetles and corn rootworms. He explains what crops they could be impacting and what growers can be doing. 00:23:05 – Cattle Health Starting in Gestation: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and special guest Lee Jones ends today's show as they chat about a key health risk in cattle. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Impacts of New World Screwworm on the Cattle Market New World Screwworm in the U.S. Jellies in Kansas Ponds and Reservoirs 00:01:05 – Impacts of New World Screwworm on the Cattle Market: A cattle market update from Elliott Dennis, University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, kick starts the show as he discusses how the recent New World Screwworm news has impacted the market. 00:12:05 – New World Screwworm in the U.S.: K-State livestock entomologist, Cassandra Olds, continues today's show as she explains New World Screwworm, current concerns and what she wants Kansans to keep in mind as we move forward. Screwworm.gov Cassandra Olds 00:23:05 – Jellies in Kansas Ponds and Reservoirs: Ending the show is K-State fisheries and aquatic Extension specialist, Joe Gerken, as he talks about jellies in ponds and reservoirs. He says what they look like and what they provide to the water. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Chinch Bugs Update and Potato Leafhopper Concerns Ukraine and Black Sea Region Conditions Annual and Perennial Flower Care 00:01:05 – Chinch Bugs Update and Potato Leafhopper Concerns: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, kicks off today's show with an update on chinch bugs and what questions he has been receiving about them. He also touches on potato leafhoppers and their damage and management. 00:12:05 – Ukraine and Black Sea Region Conditions: Antonina Broyaka, K-State Extension associate in the department of agricultural economics, continues the show as she talks about current conditions and expectations for Ukrainian and Black Sea Region agriculture. Warm-Weather Wednesday Webinar AgManager.info 00:23:05 – Annual and Perennial Flower Care: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, covering the type of care needed for annual and perennial flowers through late spring and summer. This may include deadheading, pinching and fertilizing. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Invasive Aquatic Species Water Injection Dredging Dairy Product Wins 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Invasive Aquatic Species: Part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode with Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken kicks off today's show as they discuss invasive aquatic species and what people need to remember. Fins, Fur and Feathers wildlife.k-state.edu 00:12:05 – Water Injection Dredging: Trisha Moore, associate professor in K-State's Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering, continues today's show as she describes water injection dredging and its impact on sedimentation in water. 00:23:05 – Dairy Product Wins: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show saying milk production numbers from 2025 show that cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese and dry whey products have been bright spots for the dairy industry. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Trend Factors for the Grain Market Early Season Cotton Pests Precipitation in Kansas 00:01:05 – Trend Factors for the Grain Market: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, starts off the show with his grain market update where we chats about seasonal trends and the biggest factors impacting the market. Daniel on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – Early Season Cotton Pests: Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, continues the show with his discussion on early season cotton pests and why volunteer soybean is an issue in cotton. Cotton Insect Pest Management Publication Bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu 00:23:05 – Precipitation in Kansas: Concluding the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with what parts of Kansas have seen rain and what pattern he is seeing for our forecast. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Farm Service Agency Reporting Mineral Considerations for Cattle Cattle Risk Management 00:01:05 – Farm Service Agency Reporting: David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, starts off the show chatting about reporting producers can get done in the offices and what programs are available for drought and disasters. Farmers.gov 00:12:05 – Mineral Considerations for Cattle: K-State cow-calf Extension specialist, Jason Warner, continues today's show as he explains the important factors of mineral for cattle and what sometimes gets forgotten by producers. KSUBeef.org 00:23:05 – Cattle Risk Management: Ending the show is part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson, Dustin Pendell and Phillip Lancaster discussing risk management options for cattle operations. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Deals and Movement in the Grain Market A Look into the Weather Variety in Kansas Focus on Feedlot Data 00:01:05 – Deals and Movement in the Grain Market: Daniel O'Brien, K-State grain economist, kicks off the show as he talks about movement in futures and cash, more data from the WASDE report and the U.S. and China trade deal. Daniel on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – A Look into the Weather Variety in Kansas: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond continues the show as he discusses the large differences in the weather for the past week and what we can be expecting for the unofficial start of summer. Mesonet.ksu.edu 00:23:05 – Focus on Feedlot Data: Wrapping up the show is K-State Extension beef cattle specialist Justin Waggoner as he reviews the Focus on Feedlot data and what it shows for the cattle industry. Focus on Feedlots Monthly Reports Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.