“The $12 billion program was announced in December to provide economic assistance to producers of major farm program crops, including corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton and rice."
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Half of Farmer Bridge Assistance Already Allocated, USDA Says
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Early data show USDA has committed more than $6 billion in Farmer Bridge Assistance to help producers facing weak prices and tight margins, with strong Midwest participation and specialty crop rates e...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Beef cattle experts at Kansas State University say estrus expression plays an important role in reproductive success for beef cattle herds."
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Cattle Chat: The role of estrus expression in reproductive success
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K-State beef cattle experts highlight reproductive management strategies such as estrus synchronization that may improve breeding season outcomes0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"As spring rains coax morel mushrooms from the Kansas soil, interest in hunting wild mushrooms appears to be growing, but a Kansas State University food safety expert warns that foragers should proceed with caution."
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Wild mushroom hunting gains fans, but experts urge caution
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K-State food scientist Karen Blakeslee says safety comes first when hunting for edible, wild mushrooms. Knowing which mushrooms are poisonous requires knowing what to look for.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"The popular Walk Kansas program is adding four spring webinars to give participants a deeper dive into wellness topics ranging from physical activity at work to gut health and kindness on the job."
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Walk Kansas adds spring webinars to expand wellness focus
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The popular Walk Kansas program is adding four spring webinars to give participants a deeper dive into wellness topics ranging from physical activity at work to gut health and kindness on the job.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Have you ever found baby bunnies in your backyard? 🐇
Spring is almost here, and that means people may start coming across nests with baby rabbits. While they may look adorable, wildlife experts are encouraging people to leave these cute critters alone, even if they may appear abandoned at first glance. 🌱
Details here - www.ksnt.com/kansasoutdoors/what-should-you-do-if-you-find-a-baby-bunny-nest-in-your-yard/
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"Two dozen states asked a federal court to block the tariffs that President Donald Trump instituted last month after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down his previous tariffs."
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Trump’s Second Tariff Push Faces Immediate Legal Challenge From Two Dozen States
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Two dozen states asked a federal court to block the tariffs that President Donald Trump instituted last month after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down his previous tariffs.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Focusing on the improvement of cattle genetics, cow herds, animal welfare and generational transfers were focal points of the 113th Cattlemen’s Day, which was hosted on March 6 by Kansas State University's Department of Animal Sciences and Industry. "
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K-State Cattlemen’s Day: Genetic selection can help producers advance their operation
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University of Missouri Extension specialist Jamie Courter suggests using genomics when selecting replacement females or sires in breeding programs.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
ARS researchers are working to protect bee colonies. They are studying the effectiveness of combining a widely used mite-killing pesticide with an agent that can inhibit the ability of the destructive Varroa mite. These findings open a promising new line of research that may lead to the development of novel remedies to control Varroa mites. Increasing the efficacy of Varroa mite treatments may help beekeepers save time and money while protecting their bee colonies. loom.ly/EGRf85o
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