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Up and Down in the Grain Market Cold Weather Influence on Insects Normal October Weather Pattern   00:01:05 – Up and Down in the Grain Market: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, kicks off today's show discussing how the markets reacted to last week's WASDE reports and what grain commodity saw the most change. He also highlights what he sees looking forward.  Daniel on AgManager   00:12:05 – Cold Weather Influence on Insects: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, continues the show as he explains what cold weather does to insects, if blister beetles are likely to still be in alfalfa cuttings and if we will keep seeing armyworms.   00:23:05 – Normal October Weather Pattern: Concluding the show is Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, talking about what is normal weather for October in Kansas and what is impacting the current weather pattern the most.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cooperative Resources in Kansas Connecting with Cooperatives and Safe Wildlife Harvest Home Landscape Weed Control   00:01:05 – Cooperative Resources in Kansas: Today's show begins with Brian Briggeman, director of the Arthur Capper Cooperative Center, and Russell Plaschka, president and CEO of the Kansas Cooperative Council, as the pair discuss their involvement in cooperatives in Kansas for Cooperative Month. They explain the landscape and how they see things moving forward.   00:12:05 – Connecting with Cooperatives and Safe Wildlife Harvest: Brian and Russell wrap up their conversation in the second segment, chatting about how people can find more information. We are then joined by Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken with a few reminders when it comes to hunting season. www.accc.k-state.edu [email protected]  www.kansasco-op.coop  [email protected]  Fins, Fur and Feathers - After the Harvest (Episode)   00:23:05 – Home Landscape Weed Control: K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, ends the show saying fall is the best time for weed control in the home landscape.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

ARC and PLC Payments for Producers Soil Testing and Fertilization in the Fall Livestock Emergency Response Plan Training   00:01:05 – ARC and PLC Payments for Producers: David Schemm, executive director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency, starts the show as he highlights what payments have been for ARC and PLC and what learning he has done to better serve Kansas producers. Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – Soil Testing and Fertilization in the Fall: Keeping the show rolling is K-State sustainable cropping systems agronomist, Cristie Preston, discussing fall soil testing and fertilization. She says what she finds most important for producers to get a return on their investment. Fall Soil Testing of Hayfields and Pastures Fall Fertilization of Smooth Brome and Tall Fescue agronomy.k-state.edu/eupdates   00:23:05 – Livestock Emergency Response Plan Training: K-State beef cattle specialist, Justin Waggoner, wraps the show with information about livestock emergency response plan training and why it is important for Kansas emergency responders.  KSUBeef.org     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Fall Weed Control with Herbicides New K-State Feedlot Specialist 2026 World Dairy Expo   00:01:05 – Fall Weed Control with Herbicides: Beginning today's show is K-State weed specialist, Sarah Ganske, as she explains fall herbicide applications and what needs to be specifically paid attention to for marestail in fields. Controlling Annual Weeds with Fall-Applied Herbicides Get Control of Fall-Emerged Marestail Before Next Spring   00:12:05 – New K-State Feedlot Specialist: Rebecca McDermott, K-State Extension feedlot specialist, continues the show by introducing herself to Kansas producers and sharing what she hopes to develop and learn about from Kansans and students. Rebecca McDermott   00:23:05 – 2026 World Dairy Expo: K-State dairy specialist, Mike Brouk, ends the show discussing what he saw at the World Dairy Expo and what impressed him when it comes to the latest technology for milk line sensors and robotic batch milking.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Beef Slaughter and Trade USDA Rural Development Undersecretary Too Many Leaves in Ponds   00:01:05 – Beef Slaughter and Trade: A cattle market update from Tyler Cozzens, director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center, begins the show discussing beef and dairy slaughter as well as beef imports and exports. lmic.info   00:12:05 – USDA Rural Development Undersecretary: The show continues with Glen Smith, USDA undersecretary for rural development, as he highlights what he sees for rural development in Kansas and what he hopes to continue to provide to rural communities. rd.usda.gov   00:23:05 – Too Many Leaves in Ponds: Joe Gerken, K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, concludes today's show explaining how too many leaves in ponds or waterways can create issues for ponds and communities.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Continued Grain Market Expectations Smoke and Mirrors: Kansas Beef Checkoff From Wet Conditions to Drying Out   00:01:05 – Continued Grain Market Expectations: K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, starts off today's show as he explains continued trends in the grain market and what calculated pre-report expectations are for the upcoming USDA reports.  Daniel on AgManager   00:12:05 – Smoke and Mirrors: Kansas Beef Checkoff: Continuing the show is K-State's Jenny Ifft and Kansas Beef Council's Scott Stebner and Randall Debler as they chat with each other about Beef Checkoff and how it works for producers and the public.  Smoke and Mirrors Podcast - Apple Podcast KansasBeef.org   00:23:05 – From Wet Conditions to Drying Out: Chip Redmond, K-State meteorologist, ends the show as he discusses rain totals from last week and what is influencing next week's weather pattern for Kansans.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Henry C. Gardiner Speaker: Yanni Papanikolaou Seeing Heat Stress Impacts in Focus on Feedlots Nuisance Pests that Overwinter in Homes   00:01:05 – Henry C. Gardiner Speaker: Yanni Papanikolaou: Beginning the show is the 2026 Gardiner Lecture speaker, Yanni Papanikolaou, as he explains his work in nutrition and what he finds as the most important things for people to incorporate into their diet. Henry C. Gardiner Global Food Systems Lecture Eating for a Longer, Healthier Life - Lecture   00:12:05 – Seeing Heat Stress Impacts in Focus on Feedlots: After finishing the conversation with Yanni, we are joined by K-State Extension beef cattle specialist, Justin Waggoner, to continue the show. He discusses the recent Focus on Feedlots and the impact weather has had on feedlot cattle. Focus on Feedlots - August Closeout KSUBeef.org   00:23:05 – Nuisance Pests that Overwinter in Homes: Raymond Cloyd, K-State horticultural entomologist, ends the show saying what common overwintering nuisance pests are seeking shelter inside homes and what people can do to protect their home.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Landlocked Property and FSA Committee Ballot Pasture Conditions and Evaluations Learning About the Workforce   00:01:05 – Landlocked Property and FSA Committee Ballot: Today's show begins with K-State and Washburn law professor Roger McEowen as he discusses recent cases that involve landlocked agricultural property and an FSA county committee ballot. Rights of Landowners Seeking Access to Landlocked Agricultural Property FSA Cannot Create County Committee Candidate Disqualifications Through Handbook Provisions   00:12:05 – Pasture Conditions and Evaluations: K-State's Molly Reichenborn and Keith Harmoney continue the show talking about current pasture conditions and what they recommend producers evaluate in their field to prepare for next season. Herbicide Control of Biennial Weeds in the Fall Grazing and the End of the Growing Season   00:23:05 – Learning About the Workforce: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Bob Larson and Dustin Pendell ends the show as they explain how they see the next workforce in the industry and what they have learned.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at [email protected]     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Fins, Fur and Feathers: New and Old Ponds Starting Estate Planning Foot Baths for Hoof Health   00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: New and Old Ponds: K-State's Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken begin today's show with part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode where they chat about old ponds, new ponds and pond establishment. Fins, Fur and Feathers wildlife.k-state.edu   00:12:05 – Starting Estate Planning: Ashlee Westerhold, director of the Office of Farm and Ranch Transition, continues the show as she highlights when people should start estate planning and what should be considered. Kansas Agricultural Mediation Services AgKansitions.org   00:23:05 – Foot Baths for Hoof Health: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk as he discusses the importance of foot baths for overall hoof health and the factors that impact its effectiveness.     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Tools and Market Impacts for Cow-Calf Producers Virtual Fencing Options, Part 1 Virtual Fencing Options, Part 2   00:01:05 – Tools and Market Impacts for Cow-Calf Producers : A cattle market update from Jay Parsons, University of Nebraska-Lincoln farm and ranch management specialist, begins the show as he discusses conditions for cow-calf operations and their use of risk management. cap.unl.edu   00:12:05 – Virtual Fencing Options, Part 1: Jaymelynn Farney, K-State beef systems specialist, continues the show as she explains how virtual fencing started and how it has evolved to being available to more species with unique technologies.   00:23:05 – Virtual Fencing Options, Part 2: Ending the show is Jaymelynn as she concludes her virtual fencing conversation by sharing reminders of additional factors for producers to consider before making a purchase.  Virtual Fencing - Where we Started and Where we are in 2026     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Grain Stocks Market Report Impacts Harvest Aid Choices for Cotton Growers Rain Across Kansas   00:01:05 – Grain Stocks Market Report Impacts: Starting the show is a grain market update from K-State grain economist, Daniel O'Brien, as he discusses how markets reacted to the grain stocks report and the impact that report could have on the upcoming WASDE report. Daniel on AgManager   00:12:05 – Harvest Aid Choices for Cotton Growers: Logan Simon, K-State Extension agronomist, continues the show by explaining harvest aid options for cotton growers and what they need to evaluate in their field.  Harvest Aid Application Decisions in Cotton   00:23:05 – Rain Across Kansas: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends today's show with his weather update where he chats about how much precipitation parts of Kansas received and if it will continue.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Strategies for ARC and PLC Decisions Should we Have Corn Pits at Fall Activities? Adding a Tree to the Landscape   00:01:05 – Strategies for ARC and PLC Decisions: Robin Reid, K-State Extension farm economist, starts the show as she explains recent announcements involving ARC and PLC and what strategies producers should consider before making decisions. Farmers Urged to Start Thinking About ARC, PLC Decisions Online Spreadsheet AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Should we Have Corn Pits at Fall Activities?: K-State's program manager of the Kansas Agriculture Safety and Health Program Tawnie Larson keeps the show rolling as she discusses child safety concerns for corn boxes at fall activities. K-State.edu/KASH   00:23:05 – Adding a Tree to the Landscape: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, saying that people can still add a tree to their landscape because of the warmer soil temperatures, cooler weather and higher rainfalls.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

FSA Announcements for Farmers Late Season Burning Research on Retreating Cattle   00:01:05 – FSA Announcements for Farmers: Beginning today's show is David Schemm, Kansas Farm Service Agency state executive director, as he chats about announcements that could impact producers and FSA training. Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – Late Season Burning: Colin Tobin, K-State assistant professor of range management, continues the show as he explains what late season burning is and why an operation may choose it as a management strategy. Late Season Burning: A Tool for Range Management KSUBeef.org   00:23:05 – Research on Retreating Cattle: Part of the Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast wraps the show as Brad White, Bob Larson and Katherine Shirley discuss research that looked into if cattle need more time to recover before retreatment.   BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at [email protected]     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Late Season Control Options for Sericea Being Prepared for Wheat Pests Will Kansas be a Top 10 Milk Producing State?   00:01:05 – Late Season Control Options for Sericea: K-State Extension rangeland management specialist Molly Reichenborn starts today's show as she explains late season control for sericea lespedeza and what options are available. Options for Late Season Sericea Control   00:12:05 – Being Prepared for Wheat Pests: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, keeps the show going as he discusses insecticide seed treatments for wheat and what pests growers should keep an eye out for as wheat gets established.   00:23:05 – Will Kansas be a Top 10 Milk Producing State?: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk saying Kansas is well positioned to break into the Top 10 as one of the top milk producing states.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Cattle Market Disruptions Wheat After Summer Row Crops Why are Ponds Green?   00:01:05 – Cattle Market Disruptions: Glynn Tonsor, K-State livestock economist, kicks off the show with his cattle market update where he discusses the flat and up market as well as what is causing disruption in the beef chain. Glynn on AgManager.info   00:12:05 – Wheat After Summer Row Crops: Continuing the show is K-State Extension agronomist, Logan Simon, and K-State agronomist in-charge in Tribune, Lucas Haag, as they explain what growers need to consider for wheat planting after summer row crops.  Management Considerations for No-Till Wheat Following a Summer Row Crop   00:23:05 – Why are Ponds Green?: K-State fisheries and aquatics Extension specialist, Joe Gerken, concludes the show by talking about why ponds can turn green at this time of year and what pond owners can do to help their pond.      Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.