Agriculture Today

Planting Considerations for Grain Sorghum Winter Wheat Quality Tour, Day 3 Insects on Trees and Plants 00:01:05 – Planting Considerations for Grain Sorghum: K-State Extension agronomist, Logan Simon, and K-State weed scientist, Jeremie Kouame, begin today's show as they share reminders for grain sorghum planting when it comes to weeds, row spacing, seeding rate, planting date and hybrid selection. Get Ahead of Weeds: Preplant Herbicide Options for Grain Sorghum Sorghum Planting Considerations: Planting Date and Hybrid Maturity Sorghum Planting Considerations: Seeding Rate and Row Spacing 00:12:05 – Winter Wheat Quality Tour, Day 3: Continuing the show is K-State wheat production specialist Romulo Lollato as he provides another update from the Winter Wheat Quality tour as he mentions the major concerns and yield estimate. KSUWheat on X KsWheat.com KansasWheat on X eUpdate.agronomy.ksu.edu 00:23:05 – Insects on Trees and Plants: Raymond Cloyd, K-State horticultural entomologist, ends the show discussing bagworms, brownheaded ash sawfly, rose sawfly and clover mites. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

FSA Loan Programs and Credit Standing Winter Wheat Quality Tour, Day 2 Cattle Pour-On 00:01:05 – FSA Loan Programs and Credit Standing: Starting today's show is Marissa Kepley, Kansas Farm Service Agency farm loan specialist, as she mentions loan programs, good credit standing and the importance of good communication. Farmers.gov 00:12:05 – Winter Wheat Quality Tour, Day 2: Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, keeps the show rolling with his day two recap of the Kansas Winter Wheat Quality Tour. He talks about yield, diseases and expectations for today. KSUWheat on X KStateAgron on X KsWheat.com KansasWheat on X 00:23:05 – Cattle Pour-On: The Beef Cattle Institute's Brad White, Bob Larson, Dustin Pendell and Brian Lubbers wrap up the show as they discuss the absorption of pour-on for cattle. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at [email protected] Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Grass Carp Winter Wheat Quality Tour, Day 1 Dairy Replacement Heifer Considerations 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Grass Carp: Part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode from Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken at K-State begins the show for today. The pair converses about why grass carp is an option for vegetation control in ponds, but also what people need to watch for. Fins, Fur and Feathers Wildlife.k-state.edu 00:12:05 – Winter Wheat Quality Tour, Day 1: Today's show continues with K-State wheat production specialist Romulo Lollato providing his expectations of yield, diseases and pests on the Kansas Winter Wheat Quality Tour. KSUWheat on X KStateAgron on X KsWheat.com 00:23:05 – Dairy Replacement Heifer Considerations: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show as he covers some of the factors dairy producers need to consider for replacement heifers. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Discussion of the Cattle Market Uniform Calf Crop Early Season Corn Pests 00:01:05 – Discussion of the Cattle Market: Starting the show is a cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center. He covers fed and feeder cattle, boxed beef and trade. LMIC.info 00:12:05 – Uniform Calf Crop: K-State beef production specialist, Emma Briggs, continues today's show with why a uniform calf crop is beneficial for the calves and cows. She also touches on how producers can tighten the calving season. Managing Your Breeding Season for a Uniform Calf Crop KSUBeef.org 00:23:05 – Early Season Corn Pests: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, ends the show as he lists the early-season corn pests that growers should be watching for. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Low Grain Prices, Good Exports Volunteer Corn and Burndown Issues Rain, But No Severe Weather 00:01:05 – Low Grain Prices, Good Exports: K-State grain economist, Dan O'Brien, gets the show started with a grain market outlook. He discusses current prices, pre-report estimates and trade. Dan O'Brien on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – Volunteer Corn and Burndown Issues: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, keeps today's show rolling as she explains the concerns of volunteer corn in soybeans and corn. She also talks about why the grower's burndown might not be working. Plan Now for Volunteer Corn Control Temperature Influences the Performance of Burndown Herbicide Applications 00:23:05 – Rain, But No Severe Weather: A weather update from K-State meteorologist, Chip Redmond, ends the show with his weather recap and forecast. Chip says if we can expect severe weather in the coming week. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Alfalfa Weevil Update and Wheat Curl Mite Reminder Protecting Livestock from Thieves Keeping Trees Healthy 00:01:05 – Alfalfa Weevil Update and Wheat Curl Mite Reminder: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, starts the show as he discusses the pests that he is currently getting questions about, the alfalfa weevil and wheat curl mite. 00:12:05 – Protecting Livestock from Thieves: Scarlett Madinger, vice president of communications at the Kansas Livestock Association, continues today's show with how to prevent livestock theft and report it. She shares tips for protecting livestock and where to find help following a suspected crime. kla.org 00:23:05 – Keeping Trees Healthy: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulturist Cynthia Domenghini with more information on tree care as she covers mulching around young trees and providing enough water to keep trees healthy this spring and summer. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Land Dispute with the U.S. Forest Service Australian Student Visiting K-State Calving Scorecard 00:01:05 – Land Dispute with the U.S. Forest Service: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, begins the show as he discusses a case that helps bring to light boundary line concerns between U.S. Forest Service land and private property. Resolving Land Disputes with the U.S. Forest Service Roger on AgManager.info WashburnLaw.edu/WALTR 00:12:05 – Australian Student Visiting K-State: Continuing the show is Charlotte Nugent from New South Wales, Australia as she recaps her time in Kansas and at K-State as part of a program with Angus Australia. 00:23:05 – Calving Scorecard: The Beef Cattle Institute's Brad White and Bob Larson along with K-State's Jason Warner ends today's show by talking about what to have on your calving scorecard and using it to evaluate the success on the season. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at [email protected] Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

2025 Wheat Disease Update Considerations for Breeding Cattle That Are Out on Pasture Getting Forage Secured 00:01:05 – 2025 Wheat Disease Update: Kelsey Andersen Onofre, K-State wheat pathologist, kicks off today's show with a wheat disease update. She talks about fusarium head blight, leaf spotting and stripe rust. Foliar Fungicide Efficacy Rating for Wheat Wheat Variety Guide Wheat Disease Update - eUpdate wheatscab.psu.edu 00:12:05 – Considerations for Breeding Cattle That Are Out on Pasture: Continuing today's show is Sandy Johnson, K-State beef reproduction specialist, to discuss producers making sure there is enough pasture for cattle to have adequate food. KSUBeef.org Beef Tips 00:23:05 – Getting Forage Secured: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show explaining some of the options available to dairy farmers for securing forage in the months ahead. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Fed Cattle Market Readying for Cotton Planting Plants in Ponds 00:01:05 – Fed Cattle Market: Starting today's show is a cattle market update from University of Nebraska-Lincoln livestock economist, Elliott Dennis. His conversation covers an in-depth look into the fed cattle market as well as a discussion on feeder cattle, trade and the economy. UNL - Center for Ag Profitability The Steer-Heifer Price Difference Leveraging the Price Slide 00:12:05 – Readying for Cotton Planting: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, and Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, keep the show rolling as they talk about getting cotton fields ready for planting and things to watch. Early Weed Control is Crucial for Cotton Success in Kansas Planting Cotton in Kansas: Soil Temperature and Seed Quality are Key eUpdate.agronomy.ksu.edu 00:23:05 – Plants in Ponds: K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist Joe Gerken ends the show as he explains plants being in ponds and whether they are a good or bad thing. Fins, Fur and Feathers Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Opportunities from Low Grain Prices Severe Weather Safety and Weather Forecast, Part 1 Severe Weather Safety and Weather Forecast, Part 2 00:01:05 – Opportunities from Low Grain Prices: Dan O'Brien, K-State grain economist, starts the show with his grain market outlook. He discusses current prices and how they are impacting exports. Dan O'Brien on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – Severe Weather Safety and Weather Forecast, Part 1: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond continues today's show by providing a recap of the recent Kansas weather while also reminding listeners about safety concerns during severe weather. 00:23:05 – Severe Weather Safety and Weather Forecast, Part 2: Chip continues his conversation to end the show as he shares his recommendations for getting alerted about severe weather and if he sees any in the weather forecast. Mesonet.ksu.edu Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Agricultural Equipment Incidents on Roadways 2025 Veterinary Medicine Alumni Fellow: Dr. Ron Marler Evaluating Trees After a Storm 00:01:05 – Agricultural Equipment Incidents on Roadways: Kicking off today's show is Ed Brokesh, K-State assistant professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, as he shares details about roadway incidents between agricultural equipment and passenger vehicles. 00:12:05 – 2025 Veterinary Medicine Alumni Fellow: Dr. Ron Marler: The 2025 Alumni Fellow for K-State's College of Veterinary Medicine, Ron Marler, continues the show as he talks about his history in the industry and what he has learned as he advanced. K-State Vet Med 2025 Alumni Fellow 00:23:05 – Evaluating Trees After a Storm: K-State Extension horticulture specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends the show discussing evaluating storm-damaged trees and removing tree suckers. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

FSA Program Details and Comments from IGP Course Attendees Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations Turning Cattle Out on Grass 00:01:05 – FSA Program Details and Comments from IGP Course Attendees: Allison Womack, Kansas Farm Service Agency agricultural program specialist, starts the show with reminders about program deadlines and specifics. We are also joined by Brooks Nagel and Chloe Smith, who were at K-State's IGP Institute, to hear their perspective on the grain market. Farmers.gov 00:12:05 – Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations: K-State Extension livestock specialist Joel DeRouchey continues the show by sharing information on concentrated animal feeding operations, their environmental footprint, and the regulations under which they raise livestock. 00:23:05 – Turning Cattle Out on Grass: Ending the show is the Beef Cattle Institute's Brad White and Phillip Lancaster with Jason Warner discussing turning cattle out on grass. KSUBeef.org BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at [email protected] Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Bobwhite Quail Preparing Trees for Severe Weather Requirements Before Showing Livestock 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Bobwhite Quail: Part of an episode of Fins, Fur and Feathers from K-State's Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken kicks off today's show. Drew and Joe discuss bobwhite quail and how predators can impact their population. Fins, Fur and Feathers Wildlife.k-state.edu 00:12:05 – Preparing Trees for Severe Weather: Kansas Forest Service forest health coordinator, Shad Hufnagel, continues the show by explaining why people should check their trees before spring weather in Kansas. He says what his recommendations are and what people should watch for. KansasForests.org WRAP 00:23:05 – Requirements Before Showing Livestock: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he makes listeners aware of requirements that might be present for showing their animals. Mike notes the primary concern is making sure the animals are disease-free. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Positive Cattle Market 2025 College of Agriculture Alumni Fellow: Renée McReynolds Laird, Part 1 2025 College of Agriculture Alumni Fellow: Renée McReynolds Laird, Part 2 00:01:05 – Positive Cattle Market: K-State livestock economist, Glynn Tonsor starts off today's show with a cattle market update. He discusses the market while also touching on feedlot returns, domestic demand and export demand. Glynn on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – 2025 College of Agriculture Alumni Fellow: Renée McReynolds Laird, Part 1: Keeping the show rolling is the 2025 Alumni Fellow from the College of Agriculture, Renée McReynolds Laird. Renée talks about how her career has changed through the years and what helped her move forward. She also explains what it was like to leave the farm, but still regularly return home. Alumni Fellow 00:23:05 – 2025 College of Agriculture Alumni Fellow: Renée McReynolds Laird, Part 2: Renée continues the show and conversation as she discusses the value of mental health in agriculture. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Where the Grain Market is Right Now Diesel Fuel Price Expectations June Weather Pattern in April 00:01:05 – Where the Grain Market is Right Now: K-State grain economist, Dan O'Brien, jumpstarts the show with a grain market outlook. Dan says where the market currently is and what he is keeping an eye on. Dan O'Brien on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – Diesel Fuel Price Expectations: Continuing the show is K-State Extension farm economist, Gregg Ibendahl, reviewing his recent publication that looks into diesel prices for 2025. He states the biggest contributors to price changes. We are also joined by Andres Garcia as he shares about his work in the grain market. Diesel Fuel Price Outlook for 2025 00:23:05 – June Weather Pattern in April: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, concludes today's show with his weather forecast explaining how our current weather pattern is similar to what usually happens in June and whether that is good or bad. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Protecting Agricultural Operations and Their Assets, Part 1 Protecting Agricultural Operations and Their Assets, Part 2 Adding Easter Lilies to the Landscape 00:01:05 – Protecting Agricultural Operations and Their Assets, Part 1: Beginning today's show is a conversation about protecting agricultural operations and working to keep them safe. Detective with the Butler County Sheriff's Office, Robby Chandler, shares his farm security recommendations for farmers and ranchers in two segments. 00:12:05 – Protecting Agricultural Operations and Their Assets, Part 2: Robby discusses tips for keeping property and equipment safe, but also what people should do if their assets do unfortunately get stolen. He also says what allows things to have a better chance of being recovered. 00:23:05 – Adding Easter Lilies to the Landscape: K-State instructor and Extension horticulture specialist, Cynthia Domenghini, ends the show explaining the process for moving Easter lilies into the home landscape. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Can Retirement Accounts be Used for Farming and Ranching? Stripe Rust and Other Wheat Diseases Cattle Prolapses 00:01:05 – Can Retirement Accounts be Used for Farming and Ranching?: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts off today's show discussing using an IRA for farmland, using a 401(k) retirement account for startup capital and gifting property that still has debt. Estate and Transition Planning Potpourri Roger on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – Stripe Rust and Other Wheat Diseases: Keeping the show rolling is K-State wheat pathologist Kelsey Andersen Onofre as she explains if wheat growers need to be concerned about stripe rust. She also touches on other diseases wheat growers could see. eUpdate.agronomy.ksu.edu Wheat Variety Guide Wheat Stripe Rust Wheat Disease Identification 00:23:05 – Cattle Prolapses: The Beef Cattle Institute's Brad White, Bob Larson, Phillip Lancaster, Dustin Pendell and Brian Lubbers end the show as they share thoughts on prolapses in cattle. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at [email protected] Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Crop Yield Potential Estimates KFMA: Residual Fertilizer Deductions Warmer Weather Impacts Milk Production 00:01:05 – Crop Yield Potential Estimates: Romulo Lollato, K-State wheat production specialist, kicks off today's show as he explains research he was a part of that worked on a new method for estimating crop yield potentials and gaps. [email protected] 785-532-0397 Romulo Lollato 00:12:05 – KFMA: Residual Fertilizer Deductions: The Kansas Farm Management Association's Chelsea Plummer and Mark Dikeman continue the show as they talk with Kristine Tidgren from Iowa State University about deducting residual fertilizer on their recent KFMA podcast. KFMA Podcast AgManager.info/KMFA 00:23:05 – Warmer Weather Impacts Milk Production: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he discusses new data from the Federal Milk Marketing order and how warmer weather over the next 90-120 days could impact milk production. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Recent Cattle on Feed Report Tar Spot, Corn Stunt and Sudden Death Syndrome Leave Wildlife Alone 00:01:05 – Recent Cattle on Feed Report: Starting today's show is Oklahoma State University livestock economist Derrell Peel with a cattle and beef market update. He shares information from the Cattle on Feed report and a sign of heifer retention. 00:12:05 – Tar Spot, Corn Stunt and Sudden Death Syndrome: K-State row crop plant pathologist Rodrigo Onofre continues the show as he reminds growers of corn diseases and a soybean disease that their crops are susceptible to in the growing season. agronomy.ksu.edu 00:23:05 – Leave Wildlife Alone: Drew Ricketts, K-State wildlife specialist, wraps the show with why it is important to leave wildlife wild. He explains a few different safety reasons for wildlife and humans. ksoutdoors.com Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Trends in the Grain Market Soybean Herbicides and Henbit Too Much or Too Little Rain in Kansas? 00:01:05 – Trends in the Grain Market: K-State grain economist, Dan O'Brien, kicks off today's show with a grain market update. Dan covers futures and cash and how weather uncertainty is impacting the market. Dan O'Brien on AgManager.info 00:12:05 – Soybean Herbicides and Henbit: Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, keeps the show rolling for today as she talks about the recipe for pre-emergence herbicides for soybeans and henbit, the purple weed growers might be seeing in their fields. Pre-emergence Herbicides for Soybeans World of Weeds - Henbit eUpdate.agronomy.ksu.edu 00:23:05 – Too Much or Too Little Rain in Kansas?: Concluding the show is Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, as he explains how parts of Kansas might see too much rain in the next week. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Tariffs - On this bonus episode of Agriculture Today, listeners will hear the full conversation about tariffs from K-State professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics, Nelson Villoria. The conversation ranges from explaining what a tariff is to discussing the impact of past tariffs. AgManager.info

Learning About Tariffs, Part 1 Learning About Tariffs, Part 2 Spring Insect Pests 00:01:05 – Learning About Tariffs, Part 1: Beginning today's show is Nelson Villoria, K-State professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics, with two segments discussing tariffs. He explains how tariffs work, who pays for the tariff, retaliatory tariffs, and how, historically, tariffs have impacted agriculture and consumers. 00:12:05 – Learning About Tariffs, Part 2: Nelson continues to build on his conversation about tariffs in the second segment. 00:23:05 – Spring Insect Pests: K-State horticultural entomologist Raymond Cloyd ends the show with an update on early spring insect pests, including clover mites and ants. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Payments from FSA Programs Elmer G. Heyne Lecture: Jianming Yu Do Cattle Producers Also Have Crops? 00:01:05 – Payments from FSA Programs: Kickstarting today's show is Josh Ridder, acting state executive director for the Kansas Farm Service Agency, as he talks about the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program and approved farm loans. Farmers.gov 00:12:05 – Elmer G. Heyne Lecture: Jianming Yu: The 38th Annual Elmer G. Heyne lecturer Jianming Yu from Iowa State University keeps the show moving as he discusses the genetic and statistic research he has done on multiple crops. Jianming Yu Lab Website Elmer G. Heyne 00:23:05 – Do Cattle Producers Also Have Crops?: Brad White, Dustin Pendell, Brian Lubbers and Bob Larson from the Beef Cattle Institute end the show with part of their Cattle Chat podcast to converse about how operations may have changed over the years. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at [email protected] Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Fins, Fur and Feathers: Percids Pre-season Irrigation Inspection Care of Heifer Calves 00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Percids: Another Fins, Fur and Feathers episode from Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken at K-State kicks off today's show. The pair chat about fish people can find in Kansas and a few of their unique characteristics. Fins, Fur and Feathers Wildlife.k-state.edu 00:12:05 – Pre-season Irrigation Inspection: K-State's Tina Sullivan and Jonathan Aguilar continue the show by explaining what growers with irrigation systems should look over and inspect before starting irrigation. Pre-season Irrigation Checklist: Maximize Efficiency and Minimize Issues 00:23:05 – Care of Heifer Calves: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk discussing the importance of providing quality care to heifer calves soon after birth and the impact it has on growth rate, milk production and how long they stay in the herd. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Cattle and Input Prices Classes of Driver's Licenses Faces in Agriculture: Sara Olberding 00:01:05 – Cattle and Input Prices: Starting today's show is Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, with a cattle market update. He talks about hay and corn inputs and retail prices. 00:12:05 – Classes of Driver's Licenses: A discussion about the different classes of driver's licenses with Nick Wright, a trooper with the Kansas Highway Patrol, keeps today's show rolling. KansasHighwayPatrol.gov - Commercial Vehicles ktsro.org 00:23:05 – Faces in Agriculture: Sara Olberding: The show wraps with another segment of Faces in Agriculture. We are joined by Sara Olberding who is involved in agriculture in Dickinson County to talk about her business, Bella Ren Fields. BellaRenFields.org Facebook Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

The Good and Bad of the International Grain Market Pea Aphids Join Alfalfa Weevils and Army Cutworms Spring Weather 00:01:05 – The Good and Bad of the International Grain Market: Guy Allen, the senior economist at the IGP Institute at K-State, kicks off today's show with a grain market outlook. He recaps the recent WASDE report for wheat, corn, grain sorghum and soybeans as well as the U.S. Dollar and freight. 00:12:05 – Pea Aphids Join Alfalfa Weevils and Army Cutworms: K-State crop entomologist Jeff Whitworth continues the show to remind growers of pests in their alfalfa. Jeff says how people could also start seeing pea aphids along with alfalfa weevils and army cutworms. Crop Insects in Kansas 00:23:05 – Spring Weather: Wrapping up the show is K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond with his weather forecast. He explains the spring weather we can be expecting. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Why Water Quality Matters for Herbicides Planning for Soybean Planting Increase Yields in a Home Garden 00:01:05 – Why Water Quality Matters for Herbicides: Starting today's show is Sarah Lancaster, K-State weed specialist, and Pat Geier, K-State weed scientist, as they explain how water quality can impact herbicide effectiveness. The Role of Water Quality on Effective Herbicide Applications 00:12:05 – Planning for Soybean Planting: K-State Extension agronomists Logan Simon and Tina Sullivan keep the show rolling as they discuss factors soybean growers should consider as they get ready for planting. Soybean Planting Date and Maturity Group Selection Soybean Row Spacing and Seeding Rates: What Works Best in Kansas? 00:23:05 – Increase Yields in a Home Garden: Abbey Draut, K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent for Sedgwick County, ends the show with ways to increase fruit and vegetable yield in a home garden. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

Tariffs, Contracts and Searches Space Weather Impact on 2024 Corn Planting Acute Interstitial Pneumonia 00:01:05 – Tariffs, Contracts and Searches: Roger McEowen, K-State and Washburn law professor, starts off today's show as he discusses topics concerning tariffs, deferred payment contracts, easement tax and warrantless searches. Ag Law and Tax Ramblings 00:12:05 – Space Weather Impact on 2024 Corn Planting: K-State precision agricultural economist, Terry Griffin, continues the show as he explains the impact that space weather had on corn planting in 2024 and if growers can do anything to prepare for potentially another event. Impact of the Gannon Storm on Corn Production Across the Midwestern USA swpc.noaa.gov Glocal Cost Assessment of GNSS Outage to Agricultural Productivity Terry onAgManager.info 00:23:05 – Acute Interstitial Pneumonia: The Beef Cattle Institute's Brad White, Bob Larson and Brian Lubbers ends today's show by answering a listener's question on lung lesions associated with acute interstitial pneumonia. BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at [email protected] Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected]. 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 Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and 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, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan