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 …

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 knowledg…

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 Com…

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 way…

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 k…

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 202…

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…

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)…

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…

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…

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 ref…

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…

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 …

For more information or to register for the online class, visit https://agmanager.info/events/finances-and-farm-online-class.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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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.…

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 organizati…

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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 a…

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.comעל ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Shanda Mattix and Kyler Landvardt join the podcast to share their experience in the Casten Fellows Program and reflect on their time in Africa.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Reach out to Brooke at brooke.boulware@zoetis.com or find her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/bsquaredj/.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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Contact Kayla on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/kaylajosefiak/ or via email at hello@kaylajosefiak.com.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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Websites mentioned in this episode include agkansitions.org, KansasAgStress.org and agmanager.info. Ashlee can be reached at ashleecw@ksu.edu or by phone at 785-532-4526.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Inside Ag will have a trio of guest hosts this summer to provide perspectives across the state.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Renata Goossen, owner of Renata's Garden, discusses her horticulture business and what it provides to communities.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Robin Reid, K-State Extension farm economist, discusses land value and cash rent trends. She also reviews who owns land in Kansas.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Kansas Farm Bureau Collegiate Fellows Shelby Spreier, Patrick Biggs and Shelby Varner discuss their experience with the program and why others should apply.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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.…

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Austin Hausmann and Adam Bronge discuss how the company started and their experience with the Ag Innovation Challenge at American Farm Bureau's Convention.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

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.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Joel Leftwich, Kansas Farm Bureau's chief strategy officer, discusses the Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP) and how it could impact rural communities.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Kansas Farm Bureau members Jackie Mundt and Austin Hiebert discuss the upcoming YF&R conference and competitions the attendees can compete in.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Brad Niehues, resolutions committee member, discusses how the tentative resolutions are made and what voting delegates can expect.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Jake Parker, general counsel and secretary for North Carolina Farm Bureau, explains how the case is going and how it could impact agriculture.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Richard Linton, president of Kansas State University, and Terry Holdren, CEO of Kansas Farm Bureau, discuss what the collaboration means to their organizations and the agriculture industry.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast

Kansas Farm Bureau VOTE FBF board member Steve Boor discusses the value of voting and what VOTE FBF provides.על ידי Kansas Farm Bureau's podcast