S4 Ep20: Wrapping up the Kansas Wheat Tour
Kansas Wheat's Aaron Harries joins Inside Ag to break down how the crop looked on a tour across the state on May 14-16. Harries says the statewide yield estimate is below average but still significantly higher than last year's drought-stricken harvest.
8m May 22, 2024
8m
S4 Ep19: Work & Learn: RKAP Provides Unique Learning Opportunity
To learn more, visit www.kfb.org/rkap.
18m May 15, 2024
18m
S4 Ep18: Discovering New Technologies in Agriculture
As the Institute of Digital Ag and Advanced Analytics (ID3A) leaders, Dr. Brain McCornack and Dr. Ignacio Ciampitti join the Inside Ag podcast to share more about their new initiative. ID3A brings together researchers from across the campus to develop new technologies that help solve regional agricultural production problems. The two Kansas State University researchers are passionate about conn...
30m May 08, 2024
30m
S4 Ep17: Understanding the Impact of Influenza A
With the recent outbreak of Influenza A in dairy herds in Kansas, Dr. Justin Smith joins the Inside Ag podcast to provide some clarification and insight on the virus. He explains the signs and symptoms of the virus, breaks down the effects of the recent transportation order and offers tips for producers to protect against the virus. For the most recent information regarding Influenza A, visit ...
12m May 01, 2024
12m
S4 Ep16: FSA: Loans Meeting Kansas Producer's Needs
Zach Ducheneaux, USDA FSA Administrator, shares more about Farm Service Agency Loans available for Kansas farmers and ranchers. He explains the different types of loans, what they mean and how they benefit producers. He also dives into the financial impact of FSA loans. More information about FSA Loans can be found at USDA Farm Service Agency Home Page (https://www.fsa.usda.gov/index)
14m Apr 23, 2024
14m
S4 Ep15: FSA: Programs Assisting Kansas Agriculture
Dennis McKinney, State Executive Director, joins the Inside Ag podcast to share about different Farm Service Agencies (FSA) programs available for Kansas farmers and ranchers. He provides in-depth information on the Conservation Reserve Program, Environmental Livestock Assistance Program and Emergency Relief Program. Dennis has a wealth of knowledge about these programs and their impact. Learn...
22m Apr 17, 2024
22m
S4 Ep14: Behind the Counter of Alta Vista Meat Co with Amie Brunkow
Amie Brunkow owns Alta Vista Meat Company in Alta Vista, Kansas. She joins the Inside Ag podcast to share her passion for business and meat sciences. Amie gives a glimpse into her life as a business owner, discloses the unique features she provides local ranchers and showcases the many benefits of a traditional meat locker. Find Alta Vista Meat Company at Alta Vista Meat Co (https://altavistam...
24m Apr 10, 2024
24m
S4 Ep13: Ag Education Resources Available through KFB
Shannon Martin, Assistant Director of Ag Education and Foundation, joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss Kansas Farm Bureau's resources for Agriculture Education. She helps others educate about agriculture by creating lessons that reach different age groups, focus on different agriculture sectors and cover the different seasons. She shares fun ways to engage youth in learning and unique ways t...
12m Apr 02, 2024
12m
S4 Ep12: Upcoming opportunities to get involved: Communications Training & Campaign School
There are some exciting opportunities available for Kansas Farm Bureau members to get involved in their communities and strengthen their voice for agriculture. Mike and Ashley Beying join the Inside Ag podcast to share their experience in the Communications, Media and Spokesperson Training. This training is designed to develop the skills to craft key messages within agriculture. Learn more abo...
21m Mar 27, 2024
21m
S4 Ep11: Honoring Ag Day with reflection of 2022 Census of Agriculture
In celebration of National Ag Day, Mark Nelson joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss the recently released 2022 Census of Agriculture. He shares his thoughts on the transitioning of the total number of farms and farmland, the peaks of farm-related income and Kansas Farm Bureau's effort to continue supporting rural communities. You can find the 2022 U.S. Census of Agriculture at List of Report...
19m Mar 19, 2024
19m
S4 Ep10: Exciting Student Opportunities at KFB
Past Kansas Farm Bureau intern Shelby Varner joins the Inside Ag podcast to reminisce on her experience at KFB. She shares her daily responsibilities, reflects on the impact of the internship on her career and appreciates the culture amongst the staff. Learn more about the internship opportunities and apply by visiting Career Opportunities (kfb.org) (https://www.kfb.org/About/Careers) .
7m Mar 12, 2024
7m
S4 Ep9: Finding Peer Support in TogetherAll
Erin Petersilie joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss the new Kansas Farm Bureau member benefit, TogetherAll. This program creates a community of agriculture producers to help manage stress and combat mental health issues within the industry. Learn more about TogetherAll and find helpful information at Rural Minds Matter (kfb.org) (https://www.kfb.org/Article/Mental-Health-Resources)
6m Mar 05, 2024
6m
S4 Ep8: Creating a local food system at Caldwell Market of Farms
The Caldwell Market of Farms creates a local food system in the community by providing a market for farmers and ranchers. Jill Keuhny, local contact person, and Rick McNary, director of Shop Kansas Farms, join the Inside Ag podcast to give an inside look at the upcoming event and their efforts to support a local ecosystem. Visit the Caldwell Market of Farms on March 9, 2024, at the Caldwell Co...
10m Feb 27, 2024
10m
S4 Ep7: Get Involved in KFB: AFBF Convention and YF&R Conference
Brad Neihues and Micheal Speer join Inside Ag to talk about their recent involvement in Kansas Farm Bureau. Brad shares his experience as a voting delegate at the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention, where he proposed a change to a bill. Micheal was the 2024 chairman of the Young Farmers & Ranchers conference, and he reflects on the work put into this event. They both share fond memories...
16m Feb 20, 2024
16m
S4 Ep6: Recognizing Kansas Century Farms
Many farms across Kansas have rich histories. Kansas Farm Bureau celebrates those years of hard work through the Century Farm program. Meghan Mueseler and Debbie Hargrave join the episode to share more about the recognition. Mueseler was a 2023 recipient, and she shared her family's unique history. Hargrave brings the program to life at KFB and reflects on the history of Kansas farms. Learn mo...
12m Feb 02, 2024
12m
S4 Ep5: Rising Together at Woman Managing the Farm
Robin Reid joins the podcast to give details about the upcoming Women Managing the Farm Conference. She highlights the inspiring keynote speakers, engaging breakout sessions and unique networking opportunities for this year's conference. The Women Managing the Farm Conference is February 14-16. Learn more: Women Managing the Farm (https://womenmanagingthefarm.com/)
18m Jan 26, 2024
18m
S4 Ep4: Details on the Wildfire Task Force
Kansas Department of Agriculture Secretary Mike Beam and KFB Director of Political Affairs Brenden Wirth join Inside Ag to discuss the Wildfire Task Force. In 2022, Kansas Governor Keyyly appointed them to the task force with the mission of understanding and controlling wildfires across the state. In this episode, they break down priorities within the proposal and discuss how it will impact tho...
25m Jan 19, 2024
25m
S4 Ep3: Finances and the Farm with LaVell Winsor and Robin Reid
For more information or to register for the online class, visit https://agmanager.info/events/finances-and-farm-online-class.
13m Jan 16, 2024
13m
S4 Ep2: Guest host Brandi Buzzard talks YF&R Leaders Conference with Michael and Amber Speer
Learn more about KFB's YF&R Leaders Conference at www.kfb.org/yfr
21m Jan 10, 2024
21m
S4 Ep1: 2024 Kansas Legislative Session: What to expect
On this episode of Inside Ag From Kansas Farm Bureau, Ryan Flickner and Claudia Hissong talk about new policy efforts from annual meeting and how those efforts will be approached heading into the 2024 legislative sessions. They also cover what can be expected on the state and federal levels and how members can be involved in these policy efforts.
24m Jan 05, 2024
24m
S3 Ep28: President Newland Celebrates First Year
Joe Newland joins Inside Ag to reflect on his first year as Kansas Farm Bureau President. He talks about the success of annual meeting and how he was motivated by members networking. He spends time reminiscing on the past year and the unique ways he has served the organization. Learn more about President Newland’s service, history in the organization and family farm on this episode of Inside Ag!
16m Dec 22, 2023
16m
S3 Ep27: Meet the New KFB VP, Glenn Brunkow
Glenn Brunkow was elected vice president at the 2023 Kansas Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. He joins the podcast to share his journey through KFB and how he plans to serve the organization.
7m Dec 14, 2023
7m
S3 Ep26: PAL Member Reflects on Experience Abroad
Laura Haffner, farmer and rancher from Sheridan County, joins Inside Ag to discuss her experience as a PAL member through the American Farm Bureau. She spent time fine-tuning her communication abilities with media groups and policymakers to become a more versed agricultural producer. The capstone of her involvement was a trip to Chile to practice and perfect the developed skills. Learn more ab...
15m Dec 08, 2023
15m
S3 Ep25: Understand KFB's Health Plans with Erin Petersilie
Erin Petersilie, Assistant Director of KFB Health Plans, joins Inside Ag to discuss health plans and medicare supplements offered through Kansas Farm Bureau. Learn more about KFB Health Plan options by visiting kfbhealthplans.com
6m Nov 17, 2023
6m
S3 Ep24: Casten Fellows Reflect on Abroad Experience
Shanda Mattix and Kyler Landvardt join the podcast to share their experience in the Casten Fellows Program and reflect on their time in Africa.
20m Nov 02, 2023
20m
S3 Ep23: The End Hunger Food Drive
For more on the food drive, visit: https://www.kfb.org/Article/End-Hunger-Food-Drive
10m Oct 17, 2023
10m
S3 Ep22: KFB Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker Larry Hatteberg
15m Oct 11, 2023
15m
S3 Ep21: The Rice County Harvest Hub
Learn more about creating your own local food community at https://shopkansasfarms.com/build-a-local-food-community.
23m Oct 03, 2023
23m
S3 Ep20: Alissa Kirchhoff talks rural childcare with sociologists Florence Becot and Shoshanah Inwood
Becot and Inwood are rural sociologists studying childcare and farm safety. They can be reached at becot.florence@marshfieldresearch.org and inwood.2@osu.edu, respectively.
57m Sep 07, 2023
57m
S3 Ep19: Whitney Larson talks animal health with Brooke Johnson
Reach out to Brooke at brooke.boulware@zoetis.com or find her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/bsquaredj/.
41m Aug 24, 2023
41m
S3 Ep18: Mike and Ashley Beying discuss remodeling rentals in their rural Kansas community
13m Aug 09, 2023
13m
S3 Ep17: Whitney Larson talks rural mental health with Kayla Josefiak
Contact Kayla on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kaylajosefiak/ or via email at hello@kaylajosefiak.com.
21m Aug 02, 2023
21m
S3 Ep16: Marci Penner joins Alissa Kirchhoff to discuss Kansas towns that like themselves
37m Jul 19, 2023
37m
S3 Ep15: A conversation on farm transition planning featuring Alissa Kirchhoff and Ashlee Westerhold
Guest hos Alissa Kirchhoff and her husband talk about their farm transition planning with Ashlee Westerhold, director of K-State's Office of Farm and Ranch Transition.
52m Jun 20, 2023
52m
S3 Ep14: Introducing our summer guest hosts
Inside Ag will have a trio of guest hosts this summer to provide perspectives across the state.
8m Jun 09, 2023
8m
S3 Ep13: Kansas Farm Bureau's End Hunger Project
Shannon Martin, Kansas Farm Bureau's assistant director for the Foundation and Ag Education, discusses KFB's End Hunger Project. She reviews how the project supports reducing hunger in Kansas.
12m Apr 21, 2023
12m
S3 Ep12: Learn How a Kansas Horticulturist Helps her Community Bloom
Renata Goossen, owner of Renata's Garden, discusses her horticulture business and what it provides to communities.
16m Apr 14, 2023
16m
S3 Ep11: Kansas Land Values and Ownership Trends with Robin Reid
Robin Reid, K-State Extension farm economist, discusses land value and cash rent trends. She also reviews who owns land in Kansas.
20m Apr 07, 2023
20m
S3 Ep10: Collegiate Fellows
Kansas Farm Bureau Collegiate Fellows Shelby Spreier, Patrick Biggs and Shelby Varner discuss their experience with the program and why others should apply.
15m Mar 27, 2023
15m
S3 Ep9: Celebrating Ag Day with Shop Kansas Farms' New Website
Meagan Cramer, Kansas Farm Bureau's director of communications, and Megan Gilliland, Next to Nature Farm co-owner, discuss Shop Kansas Farms' new website and what makes them proud to be involved in agriculture.
27m Mar 21, 2023
27m
S3 Ep8: KFB's Campaign School
Brenden Wirth, Kansas Farm Bureau's director of political affairs, and Allen Reavis, Atchison County commissioner, discuss KFB's Campaign School and how it can be beneficial to candidates and their team.
14m Mar 10, 2023
14m
S3 Ep7: Broadband for Kansas
Catherine Moyer, CEO and general manager of Pioneer Communications, and Steve McCloud, 4th District Director, discuss the importance of broadband and access and the value it brings to Kansans. They also share resources for people to use to support the development and expansion of broadband.
23m Mar 03, 2023
23m
S3 Ep6: Taking a Look at Technology in Agriculture
Kansas State University Beef Extension Veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff and Northwest Kansas Technical College Precision Agriculture Technology Instructor Jack Polifka discuss the technology they see in agriculture. They also share what technology they hope to see in the future and how they keep up with information in the industry.
34m Feb 24, 2023
34m
S3 Ep5: KFB's Issue Surfacing Meetings
Jeff Grossenbacher, Kansas Farm Bureau's Resolutions Committee chair, and Travis Mason, district 5 Resolutions Committee representative, discuss the purpose of issue surfacing meetings and how they bring value to KFB's efforts.
14m Feb 17, 2023
14m
S3 Ep4: Meet the Farm Dog of the Year's Owners
Donna and Denny Ashcraft discuss their dog, Tough, who is Farm Bureau's Farm Dog of the Year. Tough's ability to overcome adversity holds a special place in the Ashcraft's heart.
14m Feb 09, 2023
14m
S3 Ep3: Kansas Company, NORDEF, Wins National Ag Innovation Challenge
Austin Hausmann and Adam Bronge discuss how the company started and their experience with the Ag Innovation Challenge at American Farm Bureau's Convention.
18m Feb 03, 2023
18m
S3 Ep2: Connecting with KFB's New President
Joe Newland, Kansas Farm Bureau's president, discusses his background and aspirations for the organization. He also shares about a few of his favorite things.
9m Jan 27, 2023
9m
S3 Ep1: Looking Forward, The Four County Fire and Wildfire Task Force
Kansas Farm Bureau employee Brenden Wirth recounts his experience with the Four County Fire and what that area looks like now. He also discusses the Wildfire Task Force that he serves on and what they hope to accomplish.
16m Jan 06, 2023
16m
S2 Ep42: Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program
Joel Leftwich, Kansas Farm Bureau's chief strategy officer, discusses the Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP) and how it could impact rural communities.
15m Dec 27, 2022
15m
S2 Ep41: Young Farmers and Ranchers Leaders Conference
Kansas Farm Bureau members Jackie Mundt and Austin Hiebert discuss the upcoming YF&R conference and competitions the attendees can compete in.
18m Dec 08, 2022
18m