AG Derek Schmidt seeks to expand investigation into February natural gas price spike
TOPEKA – (September 13, 2021) – Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt is seeking expert assistance for his ongoing investigation into...
Agriculture
Kansas Grain and Feed Association holds 125th annual meeting, selects Brent Emch as chairman
TOPEKA, Kan. – During its 125th annual meeting August 9 – 10, Kansas Grain and Feed Association’s (KGFA) 16-member board...
NO-TILL ON THE PLAINS TO HOST 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION AND FIELD DAY
Berryton, KS--No-till on the Plains is returning to in-person events this summer. The second of three field events to celebrate...
Tyson Foods’ Finney County Plant Completes Water Stewardship Certification
Finney County, KS. – June 25, 2021 – The Tyson Foods’ Finney County plant has officially been certified under the Alliance...
Kids ‘Flock’ to DC3’s Summer Storytime
On Wednesday, June 23, 47 Dodge City area children enjoyed a special Summer Storytime at the Dodge City Community College...
Lee Richardson Zoo: Bison “Titus” Diagnosed With Cancer
Lee Richardson Zoo is saddened to share that “Titus”, the bison bull that has graced the zoo for almost 18...
USDA Invests Over $3.5 Million to Improve Rural Community Facilities and Essential Services in Kansas
TOPEKA, Kans. June 23, 2021 – United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Acting State Director for Rural Development Kansas Dan...
Kansas Highway Patrol: Harvest Saftey Tips
It’s a busy time for farmers in Kansas with harvest underway and hay season in full swing. The Kansas Highway...
Census: Number of Kansas farms has dropped 5% over 5 years
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — The government’s latest Census of Agriculture for Kansas shows the number of farms in the state...
Sen. Moran Supported FAMERS FIRST Act included in new Farm Bill
(Special to westernkansasnews.com) WASHINGTON, DC -- U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture,...
