Wheat harvest always a part of a farm kid

Many fresh eggs at the market. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #295334887 - Andrea Izzotti)

Salmonella outbreak in eggs being investigated, recall issued 

A sharp contrast in the air masses causes severe weather—thunderstorms and tornadoes. The contrast can be in temperature or in the amount of moisture, particularly if there is a dry line of air behind the storm system, said K-State climatologist Mary Knapp. (Courtesy photo taken near Manhattan, Kansas, by Dan Donnert.)

Recovery resources available for those affected by northwest Kansas tornadoes 

Quality beef in the meat case starts with the cow-calf herd 

Livestock genetics, ag leaders visit Mexico to boost beef cattle genetics exports

Rain in late May and early June delayed alfalfa harvest for many producers in southwest Kansas. The first cutting like pictured in this field will likely go for grinding hay due to the excess moisture. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Limited test sees light demand and moderate trade for Kansas hay

Producers can reduce hay loss with proper storage, says University of Missouri Extension specialist Charles Ellis. (Photo courtesy of Kyle Spradley, MU College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources.)

State-By-State Hay Summary

Hay bales (Photo: Sydney Peterson, West Des Moines, Iowa)

Area Hay Prices May 24, 2025