Emily and Kaden Roush - Rural Grocers of the Year
Emily and Kaden Roush purchased their local grocery store in 2022 to make sure that staple storefront remained available to their community. In celebration of their hard work and effort they have been awarded the 2026 Rural Grocers of the Year!
Why the lesser prairie chickens need Kansans’ support, and why we need each other
This article was originally published as part of the Kansas Reflector newsroom. To see the original article and more visit: https://kansasreflector.com/2026/04/29/why-the-lesser-prairie-chickens-need-kansans-support-and-why-we-need-each-other/
How bad are data centers?
Jackie Augustine discusses her thoughts on what might make a data center development acceptable.
A Look at Teck Farms History and Tour
Since 2008 Chris and Shawna Tecklenburg have been growing their farm operation within the city limits of Hutchinson, KS. This article gives a recap of their farm tour and information on how they have managed to grow using EQIP programs.
The Stress Farmers Carry: Three Nature-Based Ways to Heal
Shannon Gorres reflects on growing up with farming and farmers close to her heart and the work she does to maintain their well-being through nature therapy.
EQIP Success thru Mentorship
Beginning farmers may greatly benefit from the experience of those who have been in the field a bit longer as they step into planning, design, infrastructure, partnerships and seen funding. Learn about one of these relationships between Rick Mareske and Sandra Machin.
Farm Accounting and Recordkeeping Applications
Take a look at the many accounting programs with KRC’s Director of Operations, Ryan Goertzen-Regier, as he reviews the most popular options and their pro’s and con’s.
FSA Program Highlights
This article is a reflection of a podcast episode recorded with David Schemm, State Executive Director of the Kansas Farm Service Agency, to discuss the many programs available through the Farm Service Agency.
Working With What You Have - Colton Lohse’s Farm Story
Farmer, Colton Lohse, reflects on diversifying his operation to be cash positive on small acreage while nurturing a relationship with a landowner interested in sustainable practices.
Commodity Classic 2026 Reflects Growth andOpportunity in Agriculture
KRC Farm Business Navigator, Leslie Montee gives a recap of the 2026 Commodity Classic and the representation of farmer well-being, and innovative farm enterprises alongside more traditional commodity-focused discussions.
What Food Systems Mean to Us
In this Board Member Spotlight, Dr. Debra Bolton discusses her upbringing, current research and what Kansas Rural Center means to her.
A Message From Tom, Summer 2026
In this opening article to the Summer 2026 Rural Papers, Tom Buller reflects on KRC’s policy work, food s medicine and farm transition.
Harvest to Market Grant: Harvesting rural opportunities
This article was originally published by Lainey Prince in the Hometown Girard newspaper. You can view that and more by following the link below. https://hometowngirard.com/harvest-to-market-grant-harvesting-rural-opportunities/
Groundwater in parts of Kansas is so polluted it can replace some fertilizer
This article was originally published by Calen Moore with the Kansas News Service. Calen covers western Kansas for High Plains Public Radio and the Kansas News Service.
Prairieland Market puts a new spin on an old co-op
This article originally appeared on New Hope Network, an Organic Produce Network sister website. Visit the site for more trends and insights into the natural and organic products industry.
https://www.newhope.com/natural-product-trends/checkout-prairieland-market-puts-a-new-spin-on-an-old-co-op
CropTalk Meeting With Samuel Mwangi
K-State wheat breeder Allan Fritz discussed current wheat conditions during a recent CropTalk webinar. He explained that winter wheat must go through a cold period called vernalization before it can shift from leaf growth to producing a grain head.
Keeping Kansans On the Farm
Local Food Brings Coffee Talks Together
Views From the Field Highlights Mental Health Support for Farmers
