Inside Ag From Kansas Farm Bureau: Recent Episodes
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A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary
Kansas Farm Bureau lobbyist John Donley joins the program to recap the property tax debate in the 2026 legislative session and how Farm Bureau policy guided his discussions in the statehouse.
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A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
The United States is watching the uncertainty of the FIFA World Cup, while Kansas farmers are facing a different kind of uncertainty — wondering when wheat harvest will finally begin.
Pottawatomie County farmer and stockman Glenn Brunkow joins the show to introduce himself as Kansas Farm Bureau's president and talk about his vision for the organization.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
South Bend Industrial Hemp Processing’s Aaron Baldwin and Will Streit join Inside Ag to talk about creating an industry from the ground up and leaning on the Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP) to train Streit as the processing facility manager. For more on South Bend, click here. Click here for more about RKAP.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Farm Weekend is a 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Stacy Wurtz talks about Leadership KFB’s second session in Topeka where Class XII took a deeper look at advocacy at the state level. Click here to learn more about Leadership KFB.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Brenden Wirth, Kansas Farm Bureau director of political affairs, breaks down what happens at Campaign School and mini sessions as election season ramps up. Click the links for more information about Campaign School or Engaged Kansas.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Sand County Foundation Vice President Lance Irving discusses Aldo Leopold’s “land ethic” and the application process in Kansas for the $10,000 conservation award.
For more information or to apply, visit www.sandcountyfoundation.org/our-work/leopold-conservation-award/application-info.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Savannah Nichols joins Inside Ag to talk about her experience in the first session of Leadership KFB and what she's looking to learn from the program over the next year. For more information on Leadership KFB, visit www.kfb.org/leadershipkfb.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
4th District Young Farmers and Ranchers representative Joseph Neville breaks down the upcoming YF&R Leaders Conference in Manhattan on Jan-30-Feb. 1. For more information or to register by Jan. 17, visit www.kfb.org/yfr.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Luke Fuhrer, a precision ag engineer with Iowa State University’s Digital Ag Innovation Lab, talks about an upcoming shift in the reference system that powers GPS for surveying, construction and precision ag applications and what farmers can do now to prepare.
For more information, visit: https://geodesy.noaa.gov/datums/newdatums/GetPrepared.shtml.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Eisenbarth, a farmer, rancher and precision agriculture instructor at Highland Community College’s Baileyville campus joins the show to talk about his personal connection to mental health struggles and how he's working to help others normalize difficult conversations. Eisenbarth also created Grounded Ag to share mental health stories and reshape rural life. Learn more at www.facebook.com/tceisenbarth
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau president and farmer from Georgia talks about his upcoming visit where he'll deliver the keynote address at KFB's annual meeting Dec. 6-8 in Manhattan.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Laura Haffner and Claudia Hissong preview the upcoming Rooted in Resilience Retreat scheduled for Nov. 21-23 at The Barn Bed and Breakfast in Valley Falls. The retreat will focus on mental health, self-care and the tools to find balance and build a more enriching life. For more information or to register, visit www.kfb.org/Article/Rooted-in-Resilience-Womens-Retreat.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Kansas Farm Bureau members Nicole Collins and Max Tjaden talk about their experience in Washington, D.C., learning how USDA Crop Reports are compiled and released.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Dana Woodbury and Dr. Jennifer Ifft join the show to preview the upcoming Flinchbaugh Forum, which will bring together experts from across the country for honest, impactful conversations about the future of ag policy in addition to toasting the memory of Dr. Barry Flinchbaugh. For more information, visit www.flinchbaughcenter.com
KFB intern Jenna Fiscus talks with Nic DeCastro, founder of the outdoor recreation platform LandTrust. You can read more about the company at www.kansaslivingmagazine.com.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Scoular, an agribusiness based in Omaha, NE, opened an oilseed crush plant in Goodland, KS last fall (the fall of 2024). Jeff Frazier, Scoular's Market Development Manager, gives an update about how this plant has performed and grown, and what they expect for next season. He shares how Kansas farmers have benefitted from this revitalized venture and how the growing renewable fuels industry can be something that agriculturists capitalize on.
Find more information about the Goodland Crush facility here or reach out to Jeff Frazier personally at jfrazier@scoular.com.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary
Fort Hays State University instructor Will Stutterheim and APRN Ashley Beying talk about how to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and offer tips for having a difficult conversation with someone if you are concerned they're experiencing stress or struggling with mental health issues.
For a list of resources or to learn more about the Rural Minds Matter Advocate of the year award, visit www.kfb.org/ruralmindsmatter.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A discussion with Hamilton County alfalfa grower Scot Schwieterman on building a farm by never saying no to opportunity.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
K-State junior Kennedy Holstein joins the show to talk about her experience in Kansas Farm Bureau's Collegiate Fellows program that offers emerging collegiate leaders an opportunity to engage in intentional leadership and personals development while learning firsthand about Farm Bureau policy. To learn more, visit www.kfb.org/Article/KFB-Collegiate-Fellows.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
K-State space weather economist Terry Griffin details how the May 2024 Gannon Storm affected corn planting and production across the Midwest. His recent paper is available at https://agmanager.info/management-finance/precision-agriculture/impact-gannon-storm-corn-production-across-midwestern-usa.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
A 5-minute radio program featuring a recap of the week's agriculture-related news and commentary.
Dalton Henry with U.S. Wheat and Kansas Farm Bureau's Ryan Flickner talk about the history of Food for Peace and how the program can be improved to uphold the original mission of reducing hunger around the world while supporting agriculture here at home.
Megan and Fred Goossen join Brandi Buzzard to review the Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Conference earlier this month and look ahead at future events.
Farm Bureau Financial Services Crop team is once again providing a Crop Insurance Update webinar – free of charge to anyone interested in attending. This webinar will be hosted by Iowa Farm Bureau on Jan. 31 at 11 am. You can register here: https://www.iowafarmbureau.com/Article/2025-Crop-Insurance-Update.
LaVell Winsor and Ashlee Westerhold join the program to talk about Leaving a Lasting Legacy for Midwestern Farm Women, a four-part farm succession planning workshop beginning Jan. 21. For more information or to register, visit https://agmanager.info/events/leaving-lasting-legacy-midwestern-farm-women.
Joe Newland and Terry Holdren discuss Kansas Farm Bureau's annual meeting and what the organization is working on for 2025.
Guest host Brandi Buzzard talks with District 1 YF&R committee representative Brandon Kerwin about the Young Farmers and Ranchers Leaders Conference featuring keynote speaker Jordy Nelson. The conference is Jan. 10-12 in Manhattan. For more details or to register, visit www.kfb.org/Article/YFR-Leaders-Conference.
Lavell Winsor and Robin Reid join the show to discuss Finances on the Farm, a self-paces, online class designed to enhance farm management skills.
November farm labor survey and an insight about celebrating Thanksgiving as an agriculturist.
Diane Sullivan, driven by her own family's experience with hunger, homelessness and poverty, works to ensure community members have a voice in food policy discussions. She and Brian Klippenstein will discuss the importance of operational freedom is not only to farmers and ranchers, but also low-income families. Visit www.kfb.org/annualmeeting to learn more.
Mark Nelson, Kansas Farm Bureau director of commodities, discusses his recent Pinpointing Policy article on tariffs and how they impact the economics of trade, especially for farm commodities. To view the article, visit https://www.kfb.org/Article/Pinpointing-Policy-The-Impacts-of-Tariffs.
How to support local farmers and ranchers this holiday season and KFB Foundation's sporting clay shoot.
AFBF's calculations from Hurricane Milton, more RKAP success and why you need to vote in the upcoming election.
For more information on today's topic, visit https://www.kfb.org/Article/Electric-Transmission-Current-Topics.
Sustainable fuel tax credits, the Kansas Water Authority's virtual meeting and a night in Vegas with KFB.
Dr. Brad White of Kansas State University and Director of the Beef Cattle Insitute talks about his team's research into Bovine respiratory disease, or Shipping Fever. Bovine respiratory disease costs ranchers in the United States about $900 million annually due to animal death, reduced feed efficiency and treatment costs. The research represents the most comprehensive assessment of risk factors and pathological characteristics of late day pulmonary disease ever reported, generating valuable results that will help ranchers and veterinarians improve animal welfare, mitigate the negative impacts of this disease while promoting antimicrobial stewardship.
The impact of hurricanes in the Southeast and the Rooted in Resilience Women's Retreat.
The Rooted in Resilience Women's Retreat by KFB Women's Leadership Committee is November 22-14 in Valley Falls, KS. The retreat will focus on mental health, self-care and the tools to find balance and build a more enriching life. Learn more about it on this episode of Inside Ag.
Registration closes October 15, 2024. Register online: Rooted in Resilience Women’s Retreat (kfb.org)
VOTE FBF board members Mike Beying and Jackie Mundt discuss the endorsement process while congressional candidates Rep. Tracey Mann, Derek Schmidt, Rep. Sharice Davids and Rep. Ron Estes join in to talk about the value of a VOTE FBF endorsement.
Waters of the U.S. and AFBF and all State Farm Bureaus send a letter to Congress urging the passing of a new Farm Bill.
A hyper-local food hub in Caldwell Kansas, the Border Queen Harvest Hub, exists to create economic opportunities for farms and ranches by establishing a system of production, processing and distribution for local food. Sumner County Economic Development Commision Executive Director, Stacy Davis, and founder of Shop Kanas Farms, Rick McNary, give the low down on why local food systems are imperative for consumers and producers alike.
Learn more about Border Queen Harvest Hub here: Border Queen Harvest Hub | Brought to you by Shop Kansas Farms
Not in the Caldwell area? See what local producers in your area can offer you through Shop Kansas Farms here: Shop Kansas Farms | Brought to you by Kansas Farm Bureau
Guest host Brandi Buzzard talks with Young Farmers and Ranchers committee members Austin and Crystal Moore about the conference, which runs from Jan. 10 to 12 in Manhattan. Learn more at www.kfb.org/yfr.
AFBF comments on what Congress should focus on as the session dwindles down, new VOTE FBF endorsements and the Kansas State Fair is upon us.
Kansas Farm Bureau Chief Strategy Officer Joel Leftwich joins Inside Ag to talk about a ballot initiative in Denver taking aim at meat processing facilities and how the U.S. Agriculture Partnership Fund is working to educate voters ahead of the November election. For more, visit www.stopthebanprotectjobs.com
AFBF President urges Congress to focus on tax reform and KFB's Listening Posts are right around the corner.
The USDA reports show a big crop expected this fall and the EPA has ordered the emergency suspension of DCPA
The USDA reports record high farmland prices and the KDA, KDHE and Kansas Water Office are hosting a webinar to discuss water priorities in the state
Scoular, an agribusiness based in Omaha, is opening an oilseed crush plant in Goodland, KS in Fall 2024. Jeff Frazier, Scoular's Market Development Manager, talks about how this will create value for Kansas farmers and how the growing renewable fuels industry can be something that agriculturists capitalize on.
It is time to engage with your elected officials and the KDA, KDHE and the Kansas Water Office are hosting a webinar for Kansas farmers and ranchers.
Hundreds of organizations call for a new Farm Bill and USDA Secretary weighs in on the avian influenza.
Midwest Meats Abilene is a craft butcher shop in Kansas that harvests its product in a unique way that has them leading an emerging sector of the industry and providing a community with safe and healthy food.
Check out more about Troy and his crew here: Home - Midwest Meats (midwestmeatsabilene.com)
The American Farm Bureau leads a lawsuit and Kansas Farm Bureau wants to hear from members at Listening Posts across the state.
Talking GPS guidance system technology and how the aurora borealis event cost U.S. farmers millions in profit with economist Dr. Terry Griffin of Kansas State University.
Lawmakers consider funding a bill for relief on the labor front, the KDA hosts an ag summit and Ag Academy registration opens.
The Chevron Deference is overruled and VOTE FBF's endorsements for the Kansas Senate and House.
The agricultural trade deficit and the proposition of two livestock movement regulations.
Talking cow-calf operation heard health in the summer months with Kansas State University professor and veterinarian, Dr. Hanzlicek.
KFB State Affairs manager Claudia Hissong talks about wins for agriculture during the regular Kansas Legislative session and looks ahead to the special session on tax relief.
Visit agmanager.info/KFMA to see the executive summary of net farm income for 2023 or reach Mark Dikeman at dikemanm@ksu.edu.
Steep tariff increases on some Chinese imported goods, and resources for energy and solar regulation across the state.
Kansas Wheat's Aaron Harries joins Inside Ag to break down how the crop looked on a tour across the state on May 14-16. Harries says the statewide yield estimate is below average but still significantly higher than last year's drought-stricken harvest.
As the Institute of Digital Ag and Advanced Analytics (ID3A) leaders, Dr. Brain McCornack and Dr. Ignacio Ciampitti join the Inside Ag podcast to share more about their new initiative. ID3A brings together researchers from across the campus to develop new technologies that help solve regional agricultural production problems. The two Kansas State University researchers are passionate about connecting with producers and solving their issues.
Learn more about ID3A at Institute for Digital Agriculture and Advanced Analytics (k-state.edu)
With the recent outbreak of Influenza A in dairy herds in Kansas, Dr. Justin Smith joins the Inside Ag podcast to provide some clarification and insight on the virus. He explains the signs and symptoms of the virus, breaks down the effects of the recent transportation order and offers tips for producers to protect against the virus.
For the most recent information regarding Influenza A, visit Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Detections in Livestock (ks.gov)
Zach Ducheneaux, USDA FSA Administrator, shares more about Farm Service Agency Loans available for Kansas farmers and ranchers. He explains the different types of loans, what they mean and how they benefit producers. He also dives into the financial impact of FSA loans.
More information about FSA Loans can be found at USDA Farm Service Agency Home Page
Dennis McKinney, State Executive Director, joins the Inside Ag podcast to share about different Farm Service Agencies (FSA) programs available for Kansas farmers and ranchers. He provides in-depth information on the Conservation Reserve Program, Environmental Livestock Assistance Program and Emergency Relief Program. Dennis has a wealth of knowledge about these programs and their impact.
Learn more about FSA programs: USDA Farm Service Agency Home Page
Amie Brunkow owns Alta Vista Meat Company in Alta Vista, Kansas. She joins the Inside Ag podcast to share her passion for business and meat sciences. Amie gives a glimpse into her life as a business owner, discloses the unique features she provides local ranchers and showcases the many benefits of a traditional meat locker.
Find Alta Vista Meat Company at Alta Vista Meat Co
Shannon Martin, Assistant Director of Ag Education and Foundation, joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss Kansas Farm Bureau's resources for Agriculture Education. She helps others educate about agriculture by creating lessons that reach different age groups, focus on different agriculture sectors and cover the different seasons. She shares fun ways to engage youth in learning and unique ways to connect with adults.
Find more Ag Education resources by visiting Education (kfb.org)
There are some exciting opportunities available for Kansas Farm Bureau members to get involved in their communities and strengthen their voice for agriculture.
Mike and Ashley Beying join the Inside Ag podcast to share their experience in the Communications, Media and Spokesperson Training. This training is designed to develop the skills to craft key messages within agriculture. Learn more about CMS training by visiting Communications, Media and Spokesperson Training (kfb.org)
Next, Brenden Wirth discusses Campaign School. This KFB program helps potential political candidates develop a solid foundation for campaign management. Learn more about Campaign School by visiting KFB's Campaign School and Mini Sessions
In celebration of National Ag Day, Mark Nelson joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss the recently released 2022 Census of Agriculture. He shares his thoughts on the transitioning of the total number of farms and farmland, the peaks of farm-related income and Kansas Farm Bureau's effort to continue supporting rural communities.
You can find the 2022 U.S. Census of Agriculture at List of Reports and Publications | 2022 Census of Agriculture | USDA/NASS.
Past Kansas Farm Bureau intern Shelby Varner joins the Inside Ag podcast to reminisce on her experience at KFB. She shares her daily responsibilities, reflects on the impact of the internship on her career and appreciates the culture amongst the staff.
Learn more about the internship opportunities and apply by visiting Career Opportunities (kfb.org).
Erin Petersilie joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss the new Kansas Farm Bureau member benefit, TogetherAll. This program creates a community of agriculture producers to help manage stress and combat mental health issues within the industry.
Learn more about TogetherAll and find helpful information at Rural Minds Matter (kfb.org)
The Caldwell Market of Farms creates a local food system in the community by providing a market for farmers and ranchers. Jill Keuhny, local contact person, and Rick McNary, director of Shop Kansas Farms, join the Inside Ag podcast to give an inside look at the upcoming event and their efforts to support a local ecosystem.
Visit the Caldwell Market of Farms on March 9, 2024, at the Caldwell Community Building.
For more information on the Caldwell Market of Farms, visit Caldwell Market of Farms | Shop Kansas Farms | Brought to you by Kansas Farm Bureau
Brad Neihues and Micheal Speer join Inside Ag to talk about their recent involvement in Kansas Farm Bureau. Brad shares his experience as a voting delegate at the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, where he proposed a change to a bill. Micheal was the 2024 chairman of the Young Farmers & Ranchers conference, and he reflects on the work put into this event. They both share fond memories of their years of involvement in the organization and encourage others to do the same.
Many farms across Kansas have rich histories. Kansas Farm Bureau celebrates those years of hard work through the Century Farm program. Meghan Mueseler and Debbie Hargrave join the episode to share more about the recognition. Mueseler was a 2023 recipient, and she shared her family's unique history. Hargrave brings the program to life at KFB and reflects on the history of Kansas farms.
Learn more about the Century Farms program: Do you live on a Century Farm? (kfb.org)
Robin Reid joins the podcast to give details about the upcoming Women Managing the Farm Conference. She highlights the inspiring keynote speakers, engaging breakout sessions and unique networking opportunities for this year's conference.
The Women Managing the Farm Conference is February 14-16. Learn more: Women Managing the Farm
Kansas Department of Agriculture Secretary Mike Beam and KFB Director of Political Affairs Brenden Wirth join Inside Ag to discuss the Wildfire Task Force. In 2022, Kansas Governor Keyyly appointed them to the task force with the mission of understanding and controlling wildfires across the state. In this episode, they break down priorities within the proposal and discuss how it will impact those in fire-prone areas.
Learn more about the task force: Wildfire Task Force (ks.gov)
For more information or to register for the online class, visit https://agmanager.info/events/finances-and-farm-online-class.
On this episode of Inside Ag From Kansas Farm Bureau, Ryan Flickner and Claudia Hissong talk about new policy efforts from annual meeting and how those efforts will be approached heading into the 2024 legislative sessions. They also cover what can be expected on the state and federal levels and how members can be involved in these policy efforts.
Joe Newland joins Inside Ag to reflect on his first year as Kansas Farm Bureau President. He talks about the success of annual meeting and how he was motivated by members networking. He spends time reminiscing on the past year and the unique ways he has served the organization. Learn more about President Newland’s service, history in the organization and family farm on this episode of Inside Ag!
Glenn Brunkow was elected vice president at the 2023 Kansas Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. He joins the podcast to share his journey through KFB and how he plans to serve the organization.
Laura Haffner, farmer and rancher from Sheridan County, joins Inside Ag to discuss her experience as a PAL member through the American Farm Bureau. She spent time fine-tuning her communication abilities with media groups and policymakers to become a more versed agricultural producer. The capstone of her involvement was a trip to Chile to practice and perfect the developed skills.
Learn more about the PAL program.
Erin Petersilie, Assistant Director of KFB Health Plans, joins Inside Ag to discuss health plans and medicare supplements offered through Kansas Farm Bureau.
Learn more about KFB Health Plan options by visiting kfbhealthplans.com
Shanda Mattix and Kyler Landvardt join the podcast to share their experience in the Casten Fellows Program and reflect on their time in Africa.
Learn more about creating your own local food community at https://shopkansasfarms.com/build-a-local-food-community.
Becot and Inwood are rural sociologists studying childcare and farm safety. They can be reached at becot.florence@marshfieldresearch.org and inwood.2@osu.edu, respectively.
Reach out to Brooke at brooke.boulware@zoetis.com or find her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/bsquaredj/.
Contact Kayla on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kaylajosefiak/
or via email at hello@kaylajosefiak.com.
Websites mentioned in this episode include agkansitions.org, KansasAgStress.org and agmanager.info.
Ashlee can be reached at ashleecw@ksu.edu or by phone at 785-532-4526.
Inside Ag will have a trio of guest hosts this summer to provide perspectives across the state.
Shannon Martin, Kansas Farm Bureau's assistant director for the Foundation and Ag Education, discusses KFB's End Hunger Project. She reviews how the project supports reducing hunger in Kansas.
Renata Goossen, owner of Renata's Garden, discusses her horticulture business and what it provides to communities.
Robin Reid, K-State Extension farm economist, discusses land value and cash rent trends. She also reviews who owns land in Kansas.
Kansas Farm Bureau Collegiate Fellows Shelby Spreier, Patrick Biggs and Shelby Varner discuss their experience with the program and why others should apply.
Meagan Cramer, Kansas Farm Bureau's director of communications, and Megan Gilliland, Next to Nature Farm co-owner, discuss Shop Kansas Farms' new website and what makes them proud to be involved in agriculture.
Brenden Wirth, Kansas Farm Bureau's director of political affairs, and Allen Reavis, Atchison County commissioner, discuss KFB's Campaign School and how it can be beneficial to candidates and their team.
Catherine Moyer, CEO and general manager of Pioneer Communications, and Steve McCloud, 4th District Director, discuss the importance of broadband and access and the value it brings to Kansans. They also share resources for people to use to support the development and expansion of broadband.
Kansas State University Beef Extension Veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff and Northwest Kansas Technical College Precision Agriculture Technology Instructor Jack Polifka discuss the technology they see in agriculture. They also share what technology they hope to see in the future and how they keep up with information in the industry.
Jeff Grossenbacher, Kansas Farm Bureau's Resolutions Committee chair, and Travis Mason, district 5 Resolutions Committee representative, discuss the purpose of issue surfacing meetings and how they bring value to KFB's efforts.
Donna and Denny Ashcraft discuss their dog, Tough, who is Farm Bureau's Farm Dog of the Year. Tough's ability to overcome adversity holds a special place in the Ashcraft's heart.
Austin Hausmann and Adam Bronge discuss how the company started and their experience with the Ag Innovation Challenge at American Farm Bureau's Convention.
Joe Newland, Kansas Farm Bureau's president, discusses his background and aspirations for the organization. He also shares about a few of his favorite things.
Kansas Farm Bureau employee Brenden Wirth recounts his experience with the Four County Fire and what that area looks like now. He also discusses the Wildfire Task Force that he serves on and what they hope to accomplish.
Joel Leftwich, Kansas Farm Bureau's chief strategy officer, discusses the Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP) and how it could impact rural communities.
Kansas Farm Bureau members Jackie Mundt and Austin Hiebert discuss the upcoming YF&R conference and competitions the attendees can compete in.
Brad Niehues, resolutions committee member, discusses how the tentative resolutions are made and what voting delegates can expect.
Jake Parker, general counsel and secretary for North Carolina Farm Bureau, explains how the case is going and how it could impact agriculture.
Richard Linton, president of Kansas State University, and Terry Holdren, CEO of Kansas Farm Bureau, discuss what the collaboration means to their organizations and the agriculture industry.
Kansas Farm Bureau VOTE FBF board member Steve Boor discusses the value of voting and what VOTE FBF provides.
Kansas Farm Bureau's Shannon Martin, assistant director of foundation and ag education, joins the podcast to discuss her goals for the departments and resources available for educating others on agriculture.
Chris Kuehl is a managing director at Armada Corporate Intelligence and is Kansas Farm Bureau's annual meeting keynote speaker for 2022. On the episode he highlights topics related to agriculture and economics in America and internationally.
Founder of Shop Kansas Farms, Rick McNary discusses what Shop Kansas Farms provides to consumers and producers. Kansas Farm Bureau’s Glenn Brunkow reviews how Kansas Farm Bureau’s recent purchase of Shop Kansas Farms will continue with McNary.
Director of policy development, Nancy Brown and resolutions committee representative, Clint Hornberger discuss how these meeting are a part of Kansas Farm Bureau's grassroots efforts.
Greg Swob, first vice president of the honey producers, discusses what bees provide to agriculture and people.
Dennis McKinney discusses the various programs that Farm Service Agency has to offer agriculture producers.
Kansas Farm Bureau members Donna Wise and Ashley Beying discuss the value of mental health and their recommendations for managing mental health.
Nathan Kells and Kent Moore discuss how drought has impacted their operations and how they are handling it.
Laura Handke discusses her experience with FSA loans with her FSA farm loan officer Mike Vogt.
Director of the Office of Farm and Ranch Transition, Ashlee Westerhold, discusses what services they have to offer those in agriculture.
Sherman County farmer, Tim Franklin, discusses the impact of the late Jill Casten and the Casten Fellows Program.
Kansas Farm Bureau member Josh Mueller and American Farm Bureau Federation economist Shelby Myers discuss rising fuel prices concerning agricultural operations.
Butler County Farm Bureau has put on the Farm to Fork Tour for multiple years now, County Coordinator, Tiya Tonn discusses the event.
Water was a large topic of discussion during the 2022 legislative session in Topeka. While there was proposed legislation that did not pass, it has prompted KFB to conduct meetings across Kansas to hear from their members.
Kurt Maurath and Leigh Ann Maurath join the podcast to talk about their relationship as father and daughter and how being in agriculture impacted it.
Josh Roe from Kansas Corn joins KFB's Noah Ochsner to discuss recent legislation that could help housing development in rural Kansas.
Kansas Farm Bureau's policy team provides an update on legislative issues as the Kansas Legislature reaches spring break.
Robin Reid from Kansas State University's Department of Agricultural Economics talks with Inside Ag host Noah Ochsner about the 2021 Kansas Land Values Book.
You can view the 2021 Kansas Land Values Book by clicking here.
Record-breaking winds ripped through Kansas and helped fuel the flames of a large fire in the north central part of the state. Kansas Farm Bureau CEO Terry Holdren and 6th District Field Service Manager Brenden Wirth provide an update to KFB's response efforts to the damage.
Changing markets have raised questions for consumers and producers, KFB Board Member Dan Schmidt explains what new information producers should know and shares his experience in representing Kansas on AFBF's Livestock Working Group: Beef Subcommittee.
Cutting edge agricultural research is being conducted in outdated facilities. What could that mean for the future of the industry and food security? Dr. Ernie Minton, Dean of the College of Agriculture at Kansas State University, talks with Kansas Farm Bureau's Noah Ochsner about what the future could hold and what needs to be done to save the aging and outdated facilities.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Biologist Clay Nichols talks about the process of listing the lesser prairie chicken as threated in Kansas, and how such a designation will impact farmers and ranchers.
Brian Lubbers and Bob Larson with K-State's College of Veterinary Health talk about their current research project, managing cattle in drought conditions and how animal health will change in the next five years.
Dr. Katie Burke talks about surveying Kansas farmers, ranchers and agricultural landowners about barriers to implementing conservation practices related to soil health (no-till, cover crops, rotational grazing and others).
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Kansas Wheat's Aaron Harries talks about positive outlook for the 2021 Kansas wheat crop, storm damage and when harvest might get underway in the state.
K-State farm economist Robin Reid talks about the 2020 Kansas Land Values Book, how buyers and sellers can use it and where land values are headed in 2021.
Lyon County farmer and rancher Jacquelyne Leffler talks about growing her custom beef business through COVID-19, the potential for market saturation and what she's doing differently now.
Chuck Pettijohn, acting director of Kansas FSA, talks about when offices might reopen, a new round of CFAP payments and other topics.
The newest member of the Kansas Farm Bureau team, Chief Strategy Officer Joel Leftwich talks about his career, what he's working on and his passion for footwear.
Kansas Farm Bureau's Nancy Brown discusses the work of the Rural Veterinary Workforce Development Taskforce and how livestock producers can help by filling out a survey on the availability of care in their area at https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_50yAle8jT1ib7VQ
Cody Lyon, AFBF director of advocacy and political affairs, and Ryan Flickner, KFB senior director of advocacy, talk about the 11-11 split on the Senate Ag Committee, priorities in 2021 and the importance of relationship building in the Senate.
Dr. Jenny Ifft, K-State associate professor in agricultural policy, discusses a potential shift in conservation requirements, the next Farm Bill and more.
K-State Extension weed scientist Dr. Sarah Lancaster talks new dicamba labels, the social considerations of weed control and when new chemistries may come to market in this edition of Kansas Farm Bureau's Inside Ag.
Farm Credit guests Parry Briggs and Bret Henderson talk about ag lending in 2020 and the year ahead, and what farmers and ranchers can do now to improve the finances of their operations.
We're joined by K-State farm analyst LaVell Winsor an instructor with Finances on the Farm, an online class designed to enhance farm management skills.
KFB Health Plans manager Erin Petersilie talks about the program's initial year and what's coming in 2021.
K-State researcher KC Olson discusses the effects of late-summer and early fall burning on Flint Hills rangeland.
Greg Doering with Kansas Farm Bureau talks with Ryan Flickner, KFB's senior director of advocacy, about the 2020 election. Topics include the U.S. Senate race, high turnout and what you can do to help VOTE FBF candidates.
Greg Doering from Kansas Farm Bureau talks with Rep. Ron Estes who's running for re-election. Topics include what it means to receive KFB's endorsement, what's at stake in this year's election and what Congress can do to expand broadband access.
Greg Doering from Kansas Farm Bureau talks with American Farm Bureau Economist Micheal Nepveux about the USDA's recent report on the investigation into beef cattle price spread.
Jill Casten created a legacy of leadership at Kansas Farm Bureau. Today her passion for advocacy continues with the Casten Fellows program, KFB's Edie Doane talks with host Noah Ochsner about the new program.
The future of agricultural policy depends on voters showing up to the polls this year. Vote FBF Board Member Matt Hines explains why to Inside Ag host Noah Ochsner.
This year Kansans will head to the polls in a historic election, but why is it so important for agriculture? Jackie Mundt talks with Noah Ochsner about why you should keep agriculture in mind at the voting booth.
Campaigning during a global pandemic is a unique situation, we caught up with Congressman Dr. Roger Marshall to discuss everything from his endorsement from KFB to helping on the front lines with COVID-19.
As processing plants around the country slow down production and close in some regions everyone from consumers to farmers and ranchers are feeling the effects. Mark Nelson, Director of Commodities at Kansas Farm Bureau gives some answers to what is going on.
John Niehues is the principal at Greeley County High School in Tribune, one of Kansas's most rural school districts, he spoke with Inside Ag host Noah Ochsner about the challenges his district is working to overcome.
What is the economic impact of COVID-19 going to be on rural hospitals and what challenges are rural health networks going to have during the pandemic? Noah Ochsner talks with Allen Van Driel, CEO of Smith County Memorial hospital to discuss what all of this means for rural healthcare.
The COVID-19 Pandemic has created a boom in certain niche markets around the country, even here in Kansas. Host Noah Ochsner talked with Jacquelyne Leffler of Leffler Prime Performance about the rise in sales her business has seen due to the ongoing pandemic.
Why should we take social distancing seriously, and what effects could this pandemic have on the rural healthcare system? Host Noah Ochsner talks with Dr. Robert Moser, Dean of the University of Kansas School of Medicine at Salina, to find out why this all matters.
Host Noah Ochsner discusses the potential challenges the COVID-19 outbreak could cause for local business owner Dustin Kuntz in Harveyville, Kansas.
Host Noah Ochsner gives an update from Kansas Farm Bureau as the organization continues to serve farmers and ranchers during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Inside Ag host Noah Ochsner sits down with Meghan Mueseler to discuss the U.S. Roundtable For Sustainable Beef and what the program can do for producers and consumers alike.
Inside Ag host Noah Ochsner sits down with Rich Felts, President of Kansas Farm Bureau and Terry Holdren, CEO and General Counsel of KFB to discuss the organization's priorities this year in the Kansas Legislature.