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.

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.

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.

As the school year kicks off, students in Colby have a brand-new space to explore the future of agriculture. The long-anticipated Agriculture Education and Technology Building is officially open, marking a major step forward for hands-on learning and the future of ag education in northwest Kansas.

Farming in Kansas means living with a unique mix of hope and uncertainty. With every forecast that hints at rain, there’s also the looming threat of hail, tornadoes, and other unpredictable weather events that can destroy months of hard work in just one afternoon.

As county fair season kicks off across Kansas, excitement builds for 4-H families and exhibitors preparing to showcase their hard work. While there’s plenty to get ready—from grooming to travel logistics—biosecurity is a crucial piece of the puzzle that shouldn't be overlooked.

Everyone has a few sayings from their childhood that stick with them — phrases passed down from parents or grandparents that, years later, still make us smile, cringe, or think. For Tom Brand, one of those sayings didn’t just linger — it became the title of his new book.

A proposed feedlot project in southern Pawnee County, Kansas, has sparked a mix of optimism and concern among local residents. Innovation Livestock Services (ILS), the company behind the project, has officially begun construction on what will become a large-scale cattle operation known as ILS Feeders.

In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, efficiency is key, and Golden Waves Grain is aiming to lead the charge. This innovative project is set to transform the bread production process by eliminating the middleman and consolidating all aspects of wheat production, milling, and baking under one roof. Not only does this streamline operations, but it also provides benefits for local farmers and consumers alike.