- Grid Pricing Trends
- Technology in Beef Production
- Insect Pests in Home Landscape
00:01:05 – Grid Pricing Trends: K-State livestock economist Ted Schroeder and his graduate student Katy Doumit start the show discussing their recent research on trends for beef premiums and discounts.
Fed Cattle and Beef Premiums and Discounts – Trends and Implications
00:12:05 –Technology in Beef Production: Continuing the show is K-State beef specialist, Sandy Johnson, as she shares about technology in the cattle industry. There are many products that are widely used and more that are still entering the market.
Technology in Beef Production Systems
Sign-up for Beef Tips Newsletter
00:23:05 – Insect Pests in Home Landscape: K-State horticultural entomologist, Raymond Cloyd, concludes today’s show with an update on several insect pests, including blister beetles, fall webworm and cicada killers.
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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.
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