"Pregnancy checking is often circled on the calendar months in advance, but for cattle producers, knowing when to check can be just as important as knowing how."
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Cattle Chat: Getting accurate results from pregnancy checking your cows
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K-State Beef Cattle Institute experts say pregnancy checking is a valuable management tool, but timing and method selection play a major role in accuracy. Understanding early pregnancy loss helps prod...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“One way that we try to encourage our residents to conserve water and divert waste to landfills is by offering this rain barrel sale,” Peebles said.
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Annual rain barrel sale opens across central Oklahoma
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The Central Oklahoma Stormwater Alliance plans to sell rainwater and compost barrels across central Oklahoma to reduce stormwater runoff.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"The U.S. Cattle Inventory Report, released by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, is set for Jan. 30."
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Reports to shed light on cattle markets, herd growth
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January USDA cattle reports could reveal if beef herd has hit bottom and started rebuilding, which could have major implications on markets.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Research at Theta Pond has been an ongoing effort for several years in response to concerns regarding HABs within the pond, said Scott Stoodley, OSU Environmental Science Program assistant director of research and Shea’s advisor."
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This year, a team of environmental science students from the Ferguson College of Agriculture is studying the pond’s water quality, applying advanced sampling techniques and gaining experience with r...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Natural gas prices jump ahead of major winter storm
Natural gas prices jump ahead of major winter storm
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The price of natural gas jumped this week ahead of a significant winter storm slated to hit large swaths of the country this weekend.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Buckle up — a winter storm is forecasted to deliver damaging ice and heavy snow. 🌨️⚠️
Stay home if you can, but if you must venture out, make sure you're prepared. ⤵️
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"USDA announced it is investing more than $11 million to support small and midsized dairy businesses through the Dairy Business Innovation (DBI) grant program."
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USDA Awards $11 Million to Boost Dairy Innovation Across the U.S.
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USDA is awarding more than $11 million to support small and midsized dairy businesses through the Dairy Business Innovation program.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🐶🐱 People seeking emergency shelter during the upcoming winter storm can board their pets at the Wichita Animal Shelter for free.
WPD says pets can stay at the animal shelter for 72 hours and be taken care of at no cost to their owners.
"This program is designed to acknowledge the special bond between individuals experiencing homelessness and their pets while addressing any concerns they may have in accessing shelter and resources. Our commitment is to provide compassionate support and ensure that, when temporary separation is necessary, reunification of unhoused citizens with their beloved pets is our priority."
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Raccoons living in America’s cities may be showing subtle physical changes that suggest the earliest stages of what scientists call “domestication syndrome,” but a Kansas State University wildlife expert cautions that the masked mammals remain very much wild animals.
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Studies indicate raccoons are becoming more domesticated, but don’t treat them as pets
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Raccoons living in America’s cities may be showing early indications of what scientists call “domestication syndrome,” but a Kansas State University wildlife expert cautions that the masked mamm...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
National Cheese Lover's Day - Did you know that the average American eats about 23 pounds of cheese each year?🧀
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Did you know?
A cow with snow on its back is actually warm! The snow indicates that the cows are retaining body heat and staying warm. So all the cows you see outside with snow on them this week are doing just fine.
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Before you hit the road, take a minute to clear ALL the snow and ice off your car — windows, roof, lights, and mirrors. ❄️🧊
If you can’t see clearly, you can’t drive safely!
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Happy National Popcorn Day!
Celebrate with popcorn deals at your local theatre or with some Kansas-grown popcorn from @papabaldys!
Did you know? Popcorn is grown across the midwest, planted in the spring, and harvested when the leaves are brown and dry. Popcorn is harvested and stored for 8-12 months until the moisture levels in the kernels reach about 14%. Kernels are then cleaned, separated, and ready to be packaged. In America, we consume over 15 billion quarts of popcorn annually, spread out over many different flavors!
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🌽🍿 National Popcorn Day celebrates one of America’s favorite snacks—grown by farmers and enjoyed everywhere.
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"Beef is featured as the January Harvest of the Month, a program that celebrates one Kansas-grown or raised product each month of the year to promote the use of local foods in Child Nutrition Programs."
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Kansas Schools and Early Care Spotlight Kansas-Raised Beef
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School districts and early care and education programs across Kansas are promoting locally raised beef in January. Beef is featured as the January Harvest of the Month, a program that celebrates one K...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Last week, Norman state Senator Lisa Standridge introduced a bill to posthumously honor Oklahoma country music star Toby Keith, who died in early 2024."
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Oklahoma lawmaker files bill to name bridge, future infrastructure after Toby Keith
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"U.S. sales of total agricultural tractors declined 14.8% in December 2025, as compared to December 2024, according to the most recent report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)."
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Tractor Sales Close 2025 With Nearly a 15% Decline in December
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U.S. sales of total agricultural tractors declined 14.8% in December 2025, as compared to December 2024, according to the most recent report from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). This...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Daniel and wife Carla — winners of American Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Achievement Award in 2023 — are the third generation on the operation. "
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3 generations grow Alabama farm into diverse operation
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From farming to feed trailers to wedding venues, three generations of Tranthams have diversified their Alabama operation for future family.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"This approach is particularly well suited to cattle practice where ease of access is important."
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Have You Considered Acupuncture for Your Cows?
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One cattle veterinarian shares how point-based techniques could improve real-world food-animal care.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"George’s, Inc., has reached a settlement with the State of Oklahoma in its lawsuit over pollution in the Illinois River from bird waste."
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State of Oklahoma reaches settlement with company in poultry pollution lawsuit
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The State of Oklahoma has reached a settlement with one of the poultry companies involved in its decades-long pollution lawsuit. Litigation is still ongoing with the other nine companies.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"A spot on the list means recognition and some protections for the Spann House in Norman and the National Foundation (Life) Center in Oklahoma City."
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National Register of Historic Places has 2 new Oklahoma additions
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Two Oklahoma sites are now part of the National Register of Historic Places.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Argentina, the world's third-largest corn exporter, has been forecast by its main grain exchanges to produce a record harvest this season."
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Mostly Dry January Could Hit Argentina’s Corn Output, Meteorologist Says
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Limited and scattered rainfall in Argentina’s Pampas region for most of January could weigh on the country’s 2025/26 corn crop, following several weeks with little to no precipitation, a meteorolo...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Extreme Fire Weather Risk 🔥 for much of Kansas this week with gusty winds over 50-60 mph, extreme fire load, little to no precipitation in the last 50 days and low relative humidity. Use caution when working outside and avoid activites that could create a spark. Remember it only takes a spark, to cause the next major wildfire!
Governor Laura Kelly | Kansas Fire Marshal | Kansas Forest Service
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Chickens are capable of brief flight, usually only a few seconds at a time. The longest recorded chicken flight? 13 seconds.🐔
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"From the small gravel parking lot above the 45-foot waterfalls, you wouldn’t know that Fort Falls even exists."
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Fort Falls: Nebraska's hidden natural gem
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Discover Fort Falls waterfall at Fort Niobrara National Wildlife Refuge near Valentine, Neb., with hiking trails and wildlife.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"The program allows residents of the prison to care for, train, and tame wild horses, getting them ready for adoption and distribution around the country, but now, due to funding cuts, it appears the program will soon be no more."
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Former residents of Hutchinson prison react to wild horse program defunding
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There is a #RedFlagWarning in effect, understanding Red Flag Warnings is crucial to keeping your family and home safe. 🚩🔥 Stay informed, stay safe.
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"With a large bottle of milk beside him on the Resolute desk, President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed into law a bill allowing schools to serve whole and 2% milk."
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Whole Milk Returns to School Lunches After Trump Signs New Law
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With a large bottle of milk beside him on the Resolute desk, President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed into law a bill allowing schools to serve whole and 2% milk.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"An extensive new study of 17 tyrannosaur specimens, ranging from early juveniles to massive adults, shows the king of carnivores took about 40 years to reach its full-grown size of around eight tons."
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New study reveals the T. rex didn’t reach full-size until age 40 - Oklahoma State University
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The largest-ever study of how Tyrannosaurus rex grew shows a much longer, slower path to adulthood than scientists previously thought.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“The week ending Jan. 9 marks the fourth time since the beginning of November that U.S. fuel ethanol production has set a new record,” Krueger reported.
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U.S. Ethanol Production Reaches Record Levels to Start 2026
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U.S. ethanol production opened 2026 at record levels as plants pushed output higher. New EIA data highlight growing exports, rising stocks, and the implications for corn demand and ethanol margins.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Brazilian soybean exports are projected to hit nearly four million tons in January, a record for the period, grains exporting group Anec forecast on Tuesday."
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Brazil’s Soy Exports to Hit Record High for January, Grains Exporting Group Says
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Brazilian soybean exports are projected to hit nearly four million tons in January, a record for the period, grains exporting group Anec forecast on Tuesday.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The modern ag landscape continues to change and adapt. While that means that some farms continue to expand, there are some operations that are looking to diversify."
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Nebraska farms expand livestock for diversification
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Nebraska producers diversify with poultry and cattle operations while adopting robotic technology to address labor shortages.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"As global agricultural needs continue to rise, the need to be able to measure how much water permeates soil also increases. "
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CHE team publishes findings on breakthrough soil moisture monitoring - Oklahoma State University
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"For the past 25 years, OSU researchers have been studying northern bobwhite across Oklahoma and the Texas Panhandle."
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Quail are nostalgic birds for many Oklahomans, from avid bird hunters to landowners used to hearing their distinctive call.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
How many fish live in a pond? 🐟🤔
Fisheries biologists don’t drain ponds or try to catch every fish to find out. Instead, they use a scientific mark-and-recapture method. On the first visit, a sample of fish is caught, marked, and released unharmed. A few days later, fish are sampled again. By seeing how many marked fish are recaptured and using a simple math formula, biologists can estimate the total number of fish in the pond.
This helps determine if there are too many fish (not enough food) or too few (not much fishing).
Science + math = smarter fish management!
📷: Nebraskaland Magazine
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“The surplus supply promises to keep corn prices low as farmers struggle to pay high input costs,” the group said.
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Grower Groups Warn of Deeper Price Pain After Corn Supply Shock From USDA Report
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The USDA on Monday projected a record-breaking 17-billion-bushel corn supply in 2025-2026, shocking the market and “raising alarms among the nation’s corn growers,” according to the National Cor...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Kansas is suffering from the worst outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in the country, with nearly 414,000 birds affected, according to the USDA."
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Kansas Bird Flu Outbreak Is Worst in Nation
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Kansas is suffering from the worst outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in the country, with nearly 414,000 birds affected, according to the USDA.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Stick with ag!✅
Celebrating National Sticker Day with some cute farm stickers 🐷🐮🐔
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Parents — remind yourselves that bulky, puffy coats can jeopardize a snug fit in a car seat harness.
Dress your little one in snug-fitting layers instead. 🧒✔️
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Gone Underground
Oklahoma Turtles & Their Winter Hideouts
Do you know where turtles go during the winter?
BOX TURTLES (like Ornate & Three-Toed)
- Dig in loose soil or find old animal burrows to get below the frost line.
AQUATIC TURTLES (like Spiny Softshell & Snapping)
- Burrow into soft mud at the bottom of ponds under debris like logs where water does not freeze & oxygen is available.
Turtles enter a dormant state called brumation, lowering their metabolism and staying inactive to survive harsh winter conditions.
Data: Ultsch, Gordon R., 2006. The Ecology of overwintering among turtles: where turtles overwinter and its consequences. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16700968/
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"Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced Monday that his office has launched the Safe and Secure Firearm Program for Kansas public schools."
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Firearm Detection Program launches for Kansas public schools
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The Safe and Secure Firearm Program will use ZeroEyes' AI detection to identify gun threats in schools.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Cloned EBT devices found in Wichita area, county says
Cloned EBT devices found in Wichita area, county says
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The county said the Kansas Department for Children and Families has identified the five cloned EBT terminals, which are fraudulent payment devices that hackers can install onto real point-of-sale regi...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Kansas Legislature opens 2026 session with six new faces
Kansas Legislature opens 2026 session with six new faces
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Like the U.S. Congress, each Kansas Legislature serves for two years before all of the House is up for re-election. Monday, we began the second of those two years. But0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"From ranchers in Texas to specialty crop growers in California to row crop farmers in Kansas, ag producers increasingly face water shortages."
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Smart irrigation saves water for farmers
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Advanced irrigation systems help producers reduce water usage while keeping crop yields steady across the United States.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Major bird flu outbreak hits Kansas farms. ❌
The Kansas Department of Agriculture and U.S. Department of Agriculture report that tens of thousands of birds are being impacted by the bird flu in Kansas at the start of 2026. The largest outbreak nationwide concerns an ongoing quarantine at a poultry operation in Pottawatomie County that contains 380,000 birds.
Details here - www.ksnt.com/news/kansas/413000-kansas-birds-impacted-by-worst-bird-flu-outbreak-nationwide-in-2026/
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