"The 2025 Emerald Circle Banquet will take place at the K-State Alumni Center in Manhattan from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m."
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Kansas 4-H to honor state project award winners June 5
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The Kansas 4-H Youth Development program will roll out the red – or, rather, the green – carpet on June 5 to honor more than three dozen youth for excellence in their respective project areas.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Another metric that producers should be aware of is the percentage of death loss in the calves, said K-State veterinarian Bob Larso"
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Cattle Chat: Herd health metrics
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K-State Beef Cattle experts discuss metrics that indicate success in a cow-calf operation.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Behind every groundbreaking project is a team whose hard work might go unnoticed."
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In December 2024, the OSU Agriculture Information Technology Team received the inaugural Bravo Award for their preparation and ability to execute the technology plans for the new Agricultural Hall, a ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Did you know?
It takes 18-36 months from the time a pineapple is planted for it to be ready to be harvested and consumed.
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For children, the natural wonder about water and the love to play in it has always been there. Creatures that swim (as any adult who has taken kids to an aquarium can attest) fascinate kids.
Obviously, with fish, comes fishing, and fishing is fun!
Read "Tips for Taking Kids Fishing" here: brnw.ch/21wSPrV 
: Jenny Nguyen-Wheatley
: Greg Wagner
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"Fierce rains washed out the north of Buenos Aires province at the end of last week, with the exchange warning that it may need to cut its estimates for the soybean harvest."
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Dry Weather to Bring Relief to Argentina’s Soggy Farmlands
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Dry weather conditions in the coming days will help air out Argentina’s muddy fields, the Buenos Aires Grains Exchange said on Wednesday, after heavy storms flooded the already behind-schedule soybe...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Wamego's Caterpillar facility got a big update on Wednesday! 
KSNT 27 News was the first to report the facility, which employees 300 workers, will be passed on to Solar Turbines, a subsidiary of Caterpillar. Local workers will be kept at the facility through the ownership change, keeping hundreds of jobs in the community. 
Story here - www.ksnt.com/news/local-news/wamego-caterpillar-facility-c
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Taurine, common ingredient in food, linked to leukemia growth: study
Taurine, common ingredient in food, linked to leukemia growth: study
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A recent study links taurine, an amino acid made by the body and an ingredient found in several types of food, to the growth of blood and bone marrow cancers like leukemia.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"In the ever-changing agriculture landscape, a family farm’s success is no longer about maintaining the status quo, but rather embracing flexibility, technology and innovative thinking."
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Farmers innovate to succeed in evolving agricultural landscape
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Discover how generational farmers are using flexibility and technology to ensure their farms thrive in challenging times.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Kefir is a “drinkable yogurt,” that boasts the benefits of improved digestive health, thanks to its high probiotic content and positive gut microbiome influence, along with protein, vitamins, and minerals.
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Kefir for Calves is on the Menu
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Human nutrition increasingly embraces fermentation as a natural and non-medicated means of promoting digestive health and supporting the gut microbiome. Now, some dairies are doing the same, by feedin...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"As forecasters look ahead, NOAA’s latest summer outlook points to dry conditions across much of the western U.S. as well as above-normal temperatures across the country."
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It's Not Just Drought Meteorologists Are Concerned About This Summer, It's Also Heat
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USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says climate models have consistently shown a ridge across western North America that could lead to drought development, drought continuation or even drought expansion a...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Nebraska has become the first state in the nation to restrict low-income recipients of public grocery aid from using SNAP benefits to buy soda and energy drinks."
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Nebraska is first in the nation to ban SNAP recipients from using public grocery aid to buy soda and energy drinks.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
On this day in 1932, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly solo, non-stop across the Atlantic Ocean. Her bravery and determination to achieve the unprecedented will continue inspiring generations of Kansans to come.
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"The virus, which has already caused shortages of eggs in American supermarkets, will curb U.S. chicken exports to the lowest since 2015, the USDA projects."
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Brazil bird flu outbreak impacts global chicken market
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Learn how Brazil's bird flu outbreak affects global chicken supply and prices, and what it means for farmers worldwide.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Check out some of the important nutrients that are found in beef. 
Vitamin B6 and B12 - Gives our bodies energy 
Niacin - Helps the body convert food into energy 
Iron -Enables oxygen transport and supports vital functions in the body 
Phosphorous - A primary component of healthy bones and teeth
Riboflavin - Helps convert food into energy and helps the body utilize fats, protein, and
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"As many Nebraskans return to the water to enjoy boating for the summer, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission urges them to be wary of pesky hitchhikers that invade the state’s waters."
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AIS Reminder - Nebraskaland Magazine
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On the eve of summer, it is a good time to remember to do your part to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species--Clean, Drain, and Dry!0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Stitt said the newly announced aluminum smelter will bring 1,000 direct jobs and 1,800 indirect jobs to Oklahoma."
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Gov. Stitt announces $4 billion aluminum smelter coming to Oklahoma
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Gov. Kevin Stitt announced that a $4 billion aluminum smelting facility is coming to the Port of Inola in Northeast Oklahoma. The governor penned a deal with Emirates Global Aluminium as part of a lar...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"These scorpions are known to climb on trees, shrubs and human-made structures to ambush prey or reduce predation risks."
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Nebraska Has Scorpions? | Nebraskaland Magazine
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The striped bark scorpion (Centruroides vittatus) was recently observed in Franklin County in upland mixed-grass prairies.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
‘A lot of uncertainty’: Kansas farmers react to back and forth tariff negotiations
‘A lot of uncertainty’: Kansas farmers react to back and forth tariff negotiations
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TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas farmers are prepping for the upcoming harvest season under a lot of uncertainty following back-and-forth negotiations over tariffs. Monday, May 19, marks one week since…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"A delegation of U.S. livestock genetics and agriculture leaders representing Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Idaho, and the Senepol Cattle Breeders Association traveled to Aguascalientes, Mexico, in early May."
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Agriculture leaders travel to Mexico to boost U.S. beef cattle genetics
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A delegation of U.S. livestock genetics and agriculture leaders representing Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Idaho, and the Senepol Cattle Breeders Association traveled to Aguascalientes, Mexico, in ear...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
What kind of shows do cows like best?
Moosicals!
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It's World Bee Day! 
1. Honey bees have 170 odorant receptors, which means they have an amazing sense of smell! 
2. The queen bee can live up to five years. 
3. In the summer, the queen can lay up to 2,500 eggs per day.
4. In some regions, up to 90% of bees have disappeared. 
5. Planting flowers rich in nectar can help bees.
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"While gardeners sometimes need to apply pesticides, the greenhouse isn’t the location to store them."
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A greenhouse is not a storage shed - Oklahoma State University
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Although it is handy to keep all gardening supplies together, it is not a good idea to store everything in a greenhouse.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Check out what's in season right now.
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What Vegetables Are In Season Now?
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Your Guide To Fruits And Vegetables In Season For the freshest, most flavorful, and most nutritious fruits and vegetables, buy them when they are in0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Glow-in-the-dark flowers being sold in Topeka
Glow-in-the-dark flowers being sold in Topeka
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Genetically engineered flowers, which glow in the dark, are now available at a garden store in Topeka, and are expected to be a popular feature in gardens in the future.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Boating season is heating up! Remember: Safety isn't optional. 
𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗷𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁. In Nebraska, children under age 13, those using personal watercraft and those being towed on skis or similar device must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device. Life jackets also are required for all paddleboard users, no matter their age.
𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 �
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"For nearly eight decades, Smokey Bear has been an iconic national symbol for wildfire prevention, encouraging children and adults all over the country to care for his forest home. But how did this blue-jean-wearing bear become the furry face for preventing forest fires?"
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How did Smokey Bear Become the Wildfire Prevention Mascot?
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How did this blue-jean-wearing bear in a ranger hat become the furry face of preventing forest fires? We have the answer.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"The program, now in its fourth year, has grown from an idea spawned over plates of pasta to an effort that has generated 7,000 requests from 18 states this year for WanderNebraska booklets. Initially, it promoted 27 sites."
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A Nebraska charitable foundation is using its 'WanderNebraska' program to promote lesser-known museums and historical sites in the state.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Did you know that Americans eat an average of 55 pounds of beef per year (and per person)?
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"Smith’s time at Oklahoma State University was nothing short of legendary."
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True Grit: The wrestler becomes the wrangler - Oklahoma State University
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The wrestler eyes up his opponent. More than 30 years since John Smith won his second Olympic gold medal, he is still looking for a challenger.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
First thing is first. The cow did survive this. Severe storms in Wisconsin Thursday led to this cow being impaled by a 2x4. A human might not be so lucky, so remember to take shelter during a storm.
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"With Memorial Day right around the corner and National Beef Month well underway, this is the season for firing up the grill."
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Beef grilling guide: Expert tips for selecting and cooking the perfect cut
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Learn how to choose and grill the best beef cuts for your budget and occasion with expert advice from a meat judge.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
13 Reasons To Love Sunflowers Even More
13 Reasons To Love Sunflowers Even More
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Sunflowers are more than just a pretty face! Check out these 13 amazing facts about these summer beauties.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Wheat Tour 2025 — Final Report
The 2025 Wheat Quality Tour is complete after 3 days of field scouting across Kansas.
67 people | 
21 states + 6 countries represented | 
17 vehicles
449 wheat fields evaluated
Final 3-day average yield: 53.0 bushels per acre
Estimated Kansas wheat production: 338.5 million bushels
The story of this year’s tour was Wheat Streak Mosaic Virus complex.
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Have you ever tried this?
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Water Glassing Eggs: How to Preserve Your Harvest
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If you raise chickens, water glassing eggs is a must! Here’s how to preserve your extra eggs so that you'll have them during the winter.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Oklahoma is known for its rolling and expansive wheat fields because wheat is one of the top crops produced in the state. More than 70% of all wheat acres are planted with varieties developed at Oklahoma State University, including 36 varieties commercialized by the university since 2000."
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OSU and Oklahoma Genetics inc. partnership benefits wheat industry - Oklahoma State University
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Oklahoma is known for its rolling and expansive wheat fields because wheat is one of the top crops produced in the state. More than 70% of all wheat acres are planted with varieties developed at Oklah...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
