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USDA’s $700 million regenerative ag announcement draws range of reactions

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recent $700 million initiative for regenerative practices has drawn a mixed review, David Murray writes. Read More

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USDA announces Benavidez as chief economist

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2026 looks promising for livestock producers

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Bins of Tomorrow webinar to focus on grain conditioning for profitability

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National Association of Wheat Growers response to Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Livestock News

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Deadline nears to sign up for Nebraska Extension cattle and forage production systems program

Getting bulls back into shape following breeding season is important to their longevity. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

National survey looks at beef producers’ bull-buying decisions

Regional Roundup

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Limited-edition Kansas 250 box now available

Kansas State University Research and Extension food scientist Karen Blakeslee says it is not recommended to can tomatoes that have frozen while on the vine. (Photo courtesy of K-State Research and Extension.)

Kansas governor files response over SNAP data

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Opinions and Originals

Resolutions—who needs them? I do (I think) By Dave Bergmeier
Cattle auctions back in full swing By Jerry Nine
Happy discernment year 2026 By Trent Loos
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Mild weather may stay in early winter By Regina Bird
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Cattle fundamentals to monitor into the new year By Naomi Blohm
Show season means fun and opportunity By Dave Bergmeier

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Home & Family

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What to know about 2025 tax changes

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Extension offers tips to combat seasonal affective disorder

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Studies indicate raccoons are becoming more domesticated, but don’t treat them as pets

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4 tips to reset for the new year

Tool and Tech

Trogele joins Chappell in receiving Eberspacher award

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Bailey International celebrates 50 years of fluid power leadership 

Kubota unveils autonomous tool for M5 narrow specialty tractor 

Bish Enterprises’ FiberCut 414 earns AE50 recognition from ASABE