The agricultural trade deficit and the proposition of two livestock movement regulations.

Talking cow-calf operation herd health in the summer months with Kansas State University professor and veterinarian, Dr. Hanzlicek.

Lawsuit against the EPA for overreach and recognizing mental health advocates.

Testifying about the farm bill and endorsing farm-friendly representatives.

KFB State Affairs manager Claudia Hissong talks about wins for agriculture during the regular Kansas Legislative session and looks ahead to the special session on tax relief.

Movement on the farm bill, endorsements and asking Gov. Kelly for tax relief.

Visit agmanager.info/KFMA to see the executive summary of net farm income for 2023 or reach Mark Dikeman at dikemanm@ksu.edu.

Steep tariff increases on some Chinese imported goods, and resources for energy and solar regulation across the state.

Kansas Wheat's Aaron Harries joins Inside Ag to break down how the crop looked on a tour across the state on May 14-16. Harries says the statewide yield estimate is below average but still significantly higher than last year's drought-stricken harvest.

To learn more, visit www.kfb.org/rkap.

With the recent outbreak of Influenza A in dairy herds in Kansas, Dr. Justin Smith joins the Inside Ag podcast to provide some clarification and insight on the virus. He explains the signs and symptoms of the virus, breaks down the effects of the recent transportation order and offers tips for producers to protect against the virus.For the most recent information regarding Influenza A, visit Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Detections in Livestock (ks.gov)

Zach Ducheneaux, USDA FSA Administrator, shares more about Farm Service Agency Loans available for Kansas farmers and ranchers. He explains the different types of loans, what they mean and how they benefit producers. He also dives into the financial impact of FSA loans. More information about FSA Loans can be found at USDA Farm Service Agency Home Page

Shannon Martin, Assistant Director of Ag Education and Foundation, joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss Kansas Farm Bureau's resources for Agriculture Education. She helps others educate about agriculture by creating lessons that reach different age groups, focus on different agriculture sectors and cover the different seasons. She shares fun ways to engage youth in learning and unique ways to connect with adults. Find more Ag Education resources by visiting Education (kfb.org)

Hi everybody, and welcome to a new era of my podcast, now known as "Life on the Prairies"! (Formally Immigration on the Canadian Prairies)In this episode, I would like to introduce you to the province of Alberta, and talk about the many benefits of living in this amazing province! Music "Fresh Breeze" by Stwee Audio "The Time It Takes" by Kayla

In celebration of National Ag Day, Mark Nelson joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss the recently released 2022 Census of Agriculture. He shares his thoughts on the transitioning of the total number of farms and farmland, the peaks of farm-related income and Kansas Farm Bureau's effort to continue supporting rural communities.You can find the 2022 U.S. Census of Agriculture at List of Reports and Publications | 2022 Census of Agriculture | USDA/NASS.

Past Kansas Farm Bureau intern Shelby Varner joins the Inside Ag podcast to reminisce on her experience at KFB. She shares her daily responsibilities, reflects on the impact of the internship on her career and appreciates the culture amongst the staff. Learn more about the internship opportunities and apply by visiting Career Opportunities (kfb.org).

Erin Petersilie joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss the new Kansas Farm Bureau member benefit, TogetherAll. This program creates a community of agriculture producers to help manage stress and combat mental health issues within the industry.  Learn more about TogetherAll and find helpful information at Rural Minds Matter (kfb.org)

The Caldwell Market of Farms creates a local food system in the community by providing a market for farmers and ranchers. Jill Keuhny, local contact person, and Rick McNary, director of Shop Kansas Farms, join the Inside Ag podcast to give an inside look at the upcoming event and their efforts to support a local ecosystem.Visit the Caldwell Market of Farms on March 9, 2024, at the Caldwell Community Building. For more information on the Caldwell Market of Farms, visit Caldwell Market of Farms |

Brad Neihues and Micheal Speer join Inside Ag to talk about their recent involvement in Kansas Farm Bureau. Brad shares his experience as a voting delegate at the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, where he proposed a change to a bill. Micheal was the 2024 chairman of the Young Farmers & Ranchers conference, and he reflects on the work put into this event. They both share fond memories of their years of involvement in the organization and encourage others to do the same.

Many farms across Kansas have rich histories. Kansas Farm Bureau celebrates those years of hard work through the Century Farm program. Meghan Mueseler and Debbie Hargrave join the episode to share more about the recognition. Mueseler was a 2023 recipient, and she shared her family's unique history. Hargrave brings the program to life at KFB and reflects on the history of Kansas farms. Learn more about the Century Farms program: Do you live on a Century Farm? (kfb.org)