TOPEKA — Scientists identified a case of New World screwworm in a Texas calf, ramping up concerns nationwide about stopping the invasive parasite that can destroy livestock herds. The Kansas Department of Agriculture’s Division of…

Farm bankruptcies across the country are climbing. In 2025, farmers filed 315 bankruptcy cases, which is higher than the previous four years, according to an American Farm Bureau Federation report. These are Chapter 12 bankruptcies,…

Vitamin A deficiency in cattle can manifest through a range of clinical signs, including reduced feed intake, growth issues, night blindness and reproductive failures like low conception rates and stillborn calves.  Calves born to vitamin…

The latest forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture says net farm income will reach $179.8 billion in 2025, up 40% from last year. On the surface, that sounds like a big rebound. In reality,…

STILLWATER, Okla. — Allen Community College’s Livestock Judging Team traveled to Oklahoma Sept. 11 for a full day of practice at Pfeiffer Angus Farm in Mulhall and the Oklahoma State University Purebred Beef Center in…

MANHATTAN — The Southwind Extension District 4-H members showcased their talent at the 2025 Kansas 4-H Livestock Sweepstakes, held Aug. 23-24 at Kansas State University in Manhattan. Southwind teams placed in the top five of…

The Allen Community College Livestock Judging Team wrapped up a rigorous weeklong summer practice session Aug. 11–15, preparing for the upcoming competitive season.  The freshmen team of Candace Ashlock, Macey Lewis, Alexis Kincaid, Shaun McLaughlin,…

Allen Community College Agriculture will host the college’s 47th annual Aggie Day April 3 in Iola. The event will bring area high school students from near and far to compete in various Career Development Events…

The Allen County Fairgrounds will see some much-needed updates in the near future. County Commissioners approved the purchase of new fencing for livestock pens during this week’s meeting. Fair Board President Bo Garrett initially approached…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Southwind District 4-H Livestock Judging Team was named the Reserve Champion Team Overall at the American Royal 4-H Livestock Judging Contest. The local team represented Kansas, competing against 15 teams…