September 4, 2026
Lawmakers Call For Greater Certainty For Cattle Producers
U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran and Rep. Adrian Smith of Nebraska, along with more than 50 other senators and representatives, including Reps. Ron Estes, Tracey Mann and Derek Schmidt, sent a letter this week urging President Donald Trump to prioritize policies that expand market access...
September 3, 2026
KBC’s Tailgater Of The Game Contest Returns
The Kansas Beef Council (KBC) is returning to Bill Snyder Family Stadium with the “Tailgater of the Game” program for the 2026 Kansas State University football season. Tailgaters have a chance to win a Pit Boss griddle at the first six home games simply by cooking beef at thei...
September 2, 2026
U.S. House Sends Government Funding Bill To President
The U.S. House of Representatives voted yesterday to send a short-term government funding bill to President Donald Trump for his signature. The continuing resolution (CR), which will fund the government through December 11, passed by a vote of 370-48. The Senate already had ad...
September 1, 2026
Rural Veterinary Task Force Marks Five Years of Progress
The Rural Veterinary Workforce Task Force has released a five-year impact summary highlighting progress in strengthening the pipeline and retention of veterinarians serving Kansas’ rural communities. The coalition includes representatives from KLA, the Kansas Veterinary Medica...
August 31, 2026
Trump Issues Quota Proclamation Despite Industry Opposition
Despite strong opposition and significant pressure from agricultural organizations, including NCBA, members of Congress and millions of Americans, President Donald Trump issued a proclamation August 26 to waive out-of-quota tariffs on the importation of 300,000 metric tons of ...