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Kids out of school for the summer means refreshing farm safety
Kids are out of school for the summer and while this might mean they take on more
responsibilities around the farm, it's also a great time for parents to remind them of farm safety.I spoke with Pawnee Larson, program manager for the Kansas Agricultural Health and Safety program about why youth need these reminders. Youth on the farm are not just many adults.
Addison Stoddard
1 day ago2 min read


Weed Pressure due to Spring Weather
The difference in wheat crops from last year to this year could not only affect the yield numbers, but also the number of weeds farmers will see in the field. I spoke with Mark Lubbers of West Bread about the potential weed pressure for this year.
Addison Stoddard
5 days ago2 min read


Data Centers Can Benefit Communities if Policymakers Get It Right, Report Says
As demand for artificial intelligence and digital technologies continues to grow, data centers
are becoming an increasingly important part of the nation's infrastructure. But along with the economic opportunities they bring come questions about water use, energy demand, taxes and local impacts.
addison932
6 days ago3 min read


Mental Health Stigmas in Rural America: Mental Health Awareness Month
Farmers, ranchers, and producers face difficulties from every direction. Whether it's drought, trade, natural disasters, or policy changes, all these struggles can lead to one thing. Stress. May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. In rural America, there can be a stigma about what mental health is and getting help if you're struggling. I spoke with Beth Christian's High Plains Mental Health, a senior clinical outpatient supervisor and therapist about what this stigma l
addison932
May 282 min read


Managing White Mold in Soybeans and Dry Beans: What Farmers Need to Know This Season
As planting season moves forward across farm country, growers are already thinking ahead to the diseases that can threaten yield potential later in the summer. One of the biggest concerns for soybean and dry bean producers is white mold — a disease that can cause significant yield losses if conditions are favorable and fields are left untreated.
Addison Stoddard
May 262 min read


Marshall pushing to get year-round E-15 across the finish line
Year-round E-15 was removed from the Farm Bill and will now go up in the house for a separate vote. U.S. Senator Roger Marshall speaking to a group of media made it clear that his goal is getting year-round E-15 across the finish line.
Addison Stoddard
May 142 min read


NASA is bringing more information to the agriculture industry
It's a common experience to hear the word NASA and think of astronauts, planets, and outer space. While those things are all part of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration,
NASA also contributes to agriculture information and data.
Addison Stoddard
May 132 min read
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