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 those in fire-prone areas.



Learn more about the task force: Wildfire Task Force (ks.gov) 

S3 Ep31: Details on the Wildfire Task Force

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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 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) Detections in Livestock (ks.gov)


S3 Ep44: Understanding the Impact of Influenza A

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


S3 Ep43: FSA: Loans Meeting Kansas Producer's Needs

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 more about FSA programs: USDA Farm Service Agency Home Page


S3 Ep42: FSA: Programs Assisting Kansas Agriculture

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


S3 Ep41: Behind the Counter of Alta Vista Meat Co with Amie Brunkow

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 to connect with adults. 



Find more Ag Education resources by visiting Education (kfb.org)


S3 Ep31: Details on the Wildfire Task Force

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