Insight From Kansas Farm Bureau
History often repeats itself. This phrase used to seem like a cautionary warning but the last two years have transformed it to have a feeling more like a judgmental, “I told you so.
Extension News & Insight
Rachael Brooke, Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent Agriculture and Natural Resources
Prescribed/Controlled Burning Drought conditions worsen for the area. Phillips County is currently in D1 or a moderate drought.
Insight From Kansas Farm Bureau
We have officially entered the countdown to spring break mindset in our household. The recent winter blasts that have netted a few snow days for the kids are no longer acceptable for my children. They are ready for an extended, week-long break from school.
Rachael Brooke, Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent Agriculture and Natural Resources
Most cow-calf producers face price risk. Likewise, most producers manage price risk, even if they do not have an explicit “price risk management strategy.” Three major price risk management strategies are self-insurance, marketing flexibility, and formal price risk management tools.
Rachael Brooke, Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent Agriculture and Natural Resources
Valentine’s Day Roses If you received roses from a loved one this Valentine's Day, follow these guidelines to help extend the life of your flowers. For floral arrangements: 1) Keep the vase filled or floral foam soaked with warm water.
Insight
As I watched the Super Bowl, it occurred to me this is a truly American event only Americans really get. It is a sporting event that is really a national holiday where we celebrate commercials and eat ourselves into oblivion. For most of us the game is the third attraction.
Rachael Brooke, Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent Agriculture and Natural Resources
Farmers and ranchers face risk every day. Individual producers have tools to mitigate risk, such vaccination and irrigation, but never have complete control over production outcomes. Price risk is one example of the many types of risk that can influence farm income.
Insight From Kansas Farm Bureau
I can’t remember if I was helping check momma cows during calving season or chopping ice during a spell of cold weather when I was inspired to do something I shouldn’t.
Insight From Kansas Farm Bureau
Our household has only one rule about pets. We cannot buy or seek out pets, they must find and choose us. This rule is not my creation, but it is easy to follow because I have always been apathetic to pets.
Rachael Brooke, Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent Agriculture and Natural Resources
As a Kansan working in agriculture, you may experience elevated stress as you work hard to produce quality products, sustain your operation, and support your family.
