🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2260 – Pests in Grain Sorghum and Heat Influences…Where Lean Beef Trimmings Come From

  • Impact Heat has on Crop Pests
  • Lean Beef Trimmings Domestic and Imported
  • Picking Quality Grass Seed

00:01:05 – Impact Heat has on Crop Pests: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, starts today’s show as he explains the impact heat has on pests and what pests he is keeping an eye on in grain sorghum fields.

00:12:05 – Lean Beef Trimmings Domestic and Imported: K-State agricultural economist, Brian Coffey, keeps the show rolling as he chats about U.S. lean beef trimmings and how the combination of domestic and imported trimmings meets consumer demands.

Domestic and International Sources of US Lean Beef Trimmings

AgManager.info

00:23:05 – Picking Quality Grass Seed: Ending the show is K-State horticulture expert Matt McKernan as he discusses the importance of selecting a high-quality grass seed when it comes to overseeding bare spots or putting in a new lawn.

Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.

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.

Hot this week

Farmers urged to start thinking about ARC, PLC decisions

Kansas farmers have extended time to choose the best federal farm program for the 2026 crop, with enrollment running from September 16 to December 11. K-State economist Robin Reid advises utilizing harvest data and current price information to evaluate the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs effectively before making a decision.

🎙️ Washington County High School’s “The Tiger Talk” – 09/18/2026

Tune into the Washington County High School's "The Tiger...

Marysville Applies for Big East League Membership Following Board Approval

Marysville school board voted 5-2 to apply for membership in the Big East League (BEL) amid concerns about declining enrollment and competition disparities. If approved by BEL's current members, Marysville could join as early as the 2028-29 school year, allowing alignment with similarly sized schools while sustaining competitive opportunities.

Latest Headlines

🎙️ KNDY News – 9/23/2026

KNDY News for Wednesday, September 23, 2026

🎙️ KQNK News – 9/23/2026

KQNK News for Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Sports This Week on Sunflower State Radio – Sept. 23-28

The schedule outlines upcoming sports broadcasts from September 23 to September 28. Highlights include Coach Lance Leipold's Hawk Talk, multiple football games, and MLB matchups featuring the White Sox and Royals, culminating with the Chiefs facing the Dolphins. Local stations include Z-96.3, SuperStar 102.5, and Q-106.7.

🎙️ Coaches Corner: Centralia Panthers – 09/22/2026

Coaches Corner: Centralia Panthers - 09/22/2026

🎙️ Frankfort High School’s “The Wildcat Wind Down” – 09/22/2026

Tune into the Frankfort High School's "The Wildcat Wind Down"...
- Advertisement -

Related Articles

Popular Categories

- Advertisement -