Agriculture has faced several challenging years as producers navigate fluctuating markets and lower commodity prices. As the industry moves into 2026, many are beginning to see signs of stabilization in the farm machinery market.

Advancements in seed technology continue to play a major role in helping farmers protect their crops and maximize yields. During a recent conversation, I spoke with Matt Strubhart of DeKalb  about what sets the company’s corn hybrids apart and the innovations the brand is bringing to producers across the region. DeKalb continues to focus on providing a strong genetic portfolio designed to perform across a wide range of environments. Strubhart explained that the brand’s goal i

New technology coming to the John Deere Gator could soon make it easier and more affordable for farmers to map field boundaries and utilize precision agriculture tools. At this year’s Commodity Classic, John Deere showcased new technology options for its Gator utility vehicles that will allow producers to integrate precision technology into an open-station Gator for the first time.

As Kansas farmers wrap up the 2025 growing season and begin planning for 2026, there’s a renewed sense of cautious optimism across the country. After several challenging years, moisture levels heading into winter are offering something many producers haven’t had in a while — a solid foundation.

The start of a new year often brings reflection on the challenges and victories of the past 12 months — and renewed focus on the road ahead. That spirit was on full display at the Kansas Soybean Celebration, where growers gathered to look ahead at policy priorities, leadership development, and new market opportunities.

For many young people in agriculture, finding a place where their voice truly matters can be transformative. For Lindy McMillen, that journey started in high school—and led all the way to the national stage.

Kansas is currently facing the most severe outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in the nation, according to the USDA. The virus has heavily impacted poultry across the state, placing Kansas at the top of the national map for confirmed cases over the last 30 days.

For many students pursuing degrees in agriculture, college is not an exit from the farm — it’s a step toward returning home better prepared than ever.

The world of agriculture is on full display just five minutes from downtown Denver this time of year, as the National Western Stock Show celebrates a major milestone. The iconic event officially kicked off its 120th year, drawing ranchers, exhibitors, and livestock enthusiasts from across the country—including many from Kansas.

FFA chapters across the country have a new opportunity to grow their spring fundraisers—literally—thanks to an exciting new partnership between Seminis and Ball Seed. The Plant-Powered Fundraiser Program gives FFA chapters discounted access to professional-grade vegetable seeds, allowing students to raise funds while gaining valuable, hands-on growing experience. It’s a program designed to connect agriculture education, entrepreneurship, and community involvement all in one

The 2025 growing season brought significant challenges for corn growers across the country, with disease pressure hitting hard from the moment seed left the planter. This week, Kim Tutor, Technical Marketing Manager with BASF, sat down to discuss what made 2025 one of the toughest years in recent memory—and how growers can prepare moving forward.

American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall addressed Kansas farmers and ranchers on Sunday as the keynote speaker at the 107th Kansas Farm Bureau Annual Meeting in Manhattan. His message focused on federal relief efforts, the future of the farm bill, and ongoing priorities in Washington, D.C.—all at the forefront of discussions heading into 2025.

Grain sorghum continues to evolve beyond its traditional uses, and new opportunities are emerging for farmers and consumers alike. Recently, I spoke with Nora Ritz Johnson, Executive Director of the United Sorghum Checkoff, about the crop’s expanding future—and why sorghum is gaining more attention than ever.

It’s another big moment for Kansas agriculture. This year, a Kansas farmer brought home the top national title in the 2025 National Wheat Yield Contest — and the winning entry highlights the strength of varieties being developed for real-world performance across diverse growing regions.

Mental health in rural America is a topic that too often goes unspoken—but thanks to the American Farm Bureau’s Farm State of Mind campaign, that conversation is finally changing.

As we look toward the coming growing season, Kansas producers continue to adapt to a rapidly changing agricultural landscape. Brad Gibson of Bayer, shared his perspective on what farmers should be paying attention to as they prepare for 2025.

After more than a year of uncertainty, Kansas sorghum producers are feeling a renewed sense of optimism following a recent meeting between President Trump and the President of China. For months, the Chinese market — a major buyer of U.S. sorghum — has been effectively closed, leaving Kansas growers waiting for answers. Now, it appears that progress may finally be on the horizon.

As the holiday season approaches, food banks across Kansas are gearing up for one of their busiest times of the year. While this time often brings joy and togetherness, it also brings new challenges for families facing food insecurity — and for the organizations working to meet their needs.

It’s always inspiring to see those who dedicate their lives to agriculture recognized for their impact. Recently, the National Agricultural Hall of Fame in Bonner Springs, Kansas, welcomed three remarkable individuals: Michael Hinton, creator of Antique Tractor Preservation Day; Sonny Perdue, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture; and Wendell Murphy, North Carolina swine producer.

Offered through both the National FFA Organization and the Kansas FFA Association, the Gift of Blue provides jackets to students enrolled in agricultural education classes who face financial challenges. Each student who applies shares their goals, dreams, and reasons for wanting to wear the jacket, while their agriculture teacher helps endorse their application by describing the student’s circumstances and potential.