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.

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.