Glen Elder, Kansas — KD Country 94 and Classic Rock Z-96.3 The Lake are proud to announce the launch of expanded agriculture-focused programming across both stations through a new partnership with Brownfield Agriculture News, a trusted industry leader with more than 50 years of farm broadcasting experience.
The new lineup officially began airing Tuesday on KD Country 94, with programming set to debut on Classic Rock Z-96.3 The Lake in the near future. The enhanced schedule delivers timely market updates, weather insights, livestock reports, and in-depth agricultural news designed to keep farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness professionals informed throughout the day.
“Local Radio Supporting Local Agriculture”
Through this partnership, listeners will gain access to reliable, up-to-the-minute agricultural information, market analysis, and expert insights that directly impact farm operations across Kansas and the Midwest.
“Our agriculture community depends on accurate and timely information,” said Derek Nester, Operations. “Partnering with Brownfield allows us to deliver trusted farm news and market coverage multiple times daily, reinforcing our commitment to serving rural Kansas.”
New Agriculture Programming Schedule
🌅 Morning Reports
Morning Kansas Agribusiness News
Monday – Friday | Approx. 6:00 AM
News and features for and about Kansas farmers and agribusiness, covering state and national legislation, crop conditions, and agricultural events impacting Kansas producers.
Ag Weather Today
Monday – Friday | Approx. 6:30 AM
A daily look at agricultural weather, including soil moisture conditions and crop-impacting forecasts.
Managing for Profit
Monday – Friday | Approx. 6:50 AM
Expert advice on risk management tools, strategies, and products designed to improve farm profitability.
Farmbreak (Hog Market)
Monday – Friday | Approx. 9:00 AM
Opening hog prices with reports from private sources and USDA, plus overnight trading from the Chicago markets.
Farmbreak
Monday – Friday | Approx. 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM & 12:00 PM
Quick snapshots of market prices and the key factors driving trade, including weather, government reports, cash movement, and global news.
🌞 Midday Market Coverage
Midday Livestock Report
Monday – Friday | Approx. 12:25 PM
In-depth coverage of morning livestock markets, including hog trade, slaughter cattle prices, feeder cattle auction results, buyer demand, and more.
Commodity Update
Monday – Friday | Approx. 1:00 PM
Pre-close market prices and analysis, explaining the day’s trading activity and what to expect as markets near the close.
Late Session Commodity Update
Monday – Friday | Approx. 2:00 PM
Late-day activity from the Chicago exchanges and analysis of factors influencing trading.
📈 Closing Market Reports
Commodity Settlement
Monday – Friday | Approx. 3:00 PM
Final futures prices and the first word on government production, livestock, and supply-demand reports, plus major farm news impacting markets.
Final Commodity and Livestock Report
Monday – Friday | Approx. 3:30 PM
Exclusive closing analysis from the Chicago exchanges along with the latest livestock pricing information.
National Ag Headline News
Monday – Friday | Approx. 5:00 PM
A concise wrap-up of the day’s top agricultural headlines from across the nation and around the world.
📊 Weekend Coverage
Weekend Market Wrap
Saturdays | 6:00 AM
Comprehensive review and analysis of weekly cash hog and cattle markets across major regions, including Nebraska, Kansas, Texas, and Oklahoma feedlot areas. Also includes hay and feeder pig markets, plus a summary of weekly activity on the Chicago exchanges and outlook for the week ahead.
With this expanded programming lineup, KD Country 94 and Classic Rock Z-96.3 The Lake continue their commitment to delivering relevant, timely information to the agricultural backbone of North Central Kansas.
