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!
5 Ways Farmers Help the Environment
See how Kansas farmers and ranchers incorporate environmentally friendly practices to keep the land and climate healthy now and for years to come.
Shows to Watch if You Love Cooking, Baking or Gardening
If you’re wondering what to watch tonight, check out this list of the best cooking, baking and gardening shows available to stream now.
The Many Benefits of Multipurpose Cover Crops
Cover crops reduce erosion, boost soil quality and protect waterways, making them a great land management tool. Learn why many farmers use them.
Fun Facts About Sorghum Harvest
Sorghum harvest happens in the fall in Kansas. Read on for some fun facts about planting and harvesting sorghum!
Seven Fun Facts About Pigs and Pork
How did Kansas become an ideal place for pig farming? How much do pigs weigh? What’s the difference between a pig and a hog? Here, we break down some frequently asked questions about pigs and pork and share farm-to-table facts behind them.
Five Signs of Spring in Kansas
Spring always feels like it’s never going to arrive. Little by little, we get glimpses of what’s to come. Then there’s an explosion of green grass and pastel blooms, warm days and thunderstorms, baseball games and picnics. Spring has sprung! Here in Kansas, we have our own distinct signs...
A Farm to Fingers Food Challenge
How many parents have told their children “don’t play with your food” over the years? You may have caught yourself uttering those very words as your kiddos listlessly pushed food around a plate or made props out of produce well past the age where that sort of thing is considered adorable.
Why Kansas Is the Sunflower State
Kansans everywhere are united by our love of the sunflower. There’s something nostalgic and just plain happy about bright yellow petals bursting in full bloom. But what makes Kansas the Sunflower State? When did this love affair begin? While the honor became official in 1903 when the...
Trending Topics on Farming and the Food Supply During the COVID-19 Pandemic
There’s no doubt times are tough right now. With so much to navigate — new routines, extra responsibilities and ongoing stress — we can easily get worn down. As we look for the positive amidst the worry, we’re encouraged to see more people taking an interest in where their food comes from.
Five Reasons Ranchers Burn Their Pastures
Why do farmers burn their pastures? From preserving the ecosystem to feeding cattle, here are five reasons controlled burns are important.
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