Food News, Trends & Research

Sometimes it’s hard to sift through all the information out there and know what the latest food news means for you and your family. Here, we break down trending food topics and dig deeper into local food, agriculture issues and more!

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    What’s Your Farm Savvy?

    How close are you to a Kansas farm? Take our quiz to find out how farm savvy you are!

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  • Crop Pollination

    Crop Pollination

    Common Kansas crop plants have both male and female parts.

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  • Kansas Food Bloggers

    Kansas Food Bloggers

    Every day we’re bombarded with so many voices on almost every topic. The simple act of feeding our families can get lost in the shuffle to the point that it becomes mindless, even mechanical. But when we take a moment to consider how to prepare wholesome food, we naturally become more...

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  • Spotlight on Food Inspections

    Spotlight on Food Inspections

    The USDA was founded in 1862 by President Abraham Lincoln.  There are more than 200 FSIS employees working in Kansas.  There are 65 meat and poultry plants in Kansas.

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  • corn blog syrup

    Corn Syrup - So Good, but Is It Good for You?

    Who doesn't love a delicous piece of pecan pie?  Pecan pie, oh my, get into my belly!  A key ingredient in pecan pie is corn syrup. It’s used in a variety of baked goods and candy because, unlike other sweeteners, it doesn’t form crystals, which gives food a chewy consistency. Is corn...

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    Spotlight on Sorghum

    If you hear the word “sorghum,” chances are your first question will be, “What is that?” Although sorghum can trace its roots back to ancient Africa, many people in the United States aren’t very familiar with this versatile grain. It’s primarily used for livestock feed (including beef,...

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  • dairy blog hormones

    What You Need to Know About Hormones in Dairy Products

    What do hormone labels on milk mean? Learn the facts about hormones and dairy products.

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  • Agriculture in the Classroom

    Bring the Wonder of Agriculture to Your School

    Want to teach your students about Kansas agriculture? Connect with the Kansas Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom. They can help teachers and school administrators connect their students with this staple industry. Learn More We've also compiled some helpful resources like lesson...

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  • Herbicides in wheat

    The Truth about Herbicides in Wheat

    Experts agree that it is not “standard procedure” for winter wheat farmers to spray crops with herbicides shortly before harvest.

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  • Piglets

    Get to Know Pork

    For more information about pork and pig farming—including recipes, classroom materials, and restaurant recommendations—check out these websites and get to know your pork.

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