Feature Stories

The Rokeys stand outside with Holstein dairy cows

Rokeyroad Creamery in Nemaha County Builds Dairy from Scratch

A first-generation dairy farm in Nemaha County milks Holsteins to build a legacy

Some of us prefer routine — our alarm clock sounds at the same time each morning, the baristas at your favorite coffee shop have your order ready before you walk in the door and a certain spot on the couch basically has a reserve sign on it for you.

Features & Highlights

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June 3, 2026

Is the FAIR Labels Act Fair?

Trust is hard to earn and harder to retain.

May 11, 2026

From Field to Cafeteria: Working Together to Get Food in Schools

On a cloudy April morning just outside Cheney, a group of...

May 5, 2026

What Does a New Farm Bill Mean for Kansans?

The farm bill may not seem like it affects grocery shoppers and...

Exercise from Home

April 29, 2026

6 Tips to Stay Motivated to Exercise

Warm weather is here, and it’s the perfect time to get moving.

April 29, 2026

15 Burgers for a Backyard Bash

Fire up the grill for a lineup of creative burgers packed with...

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April 21, 2026

Meet the Neville Farm Family

Learn about the Nevilles, who are raising their kids, crops and...

Piggy Bank

April 21, 2026

9 Ways to Start Tackling Dept

Though it’s something many Americans are dealing with, debt can...

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April 20, 2026

Leavenworth County Beekeepers Work to Protect Bees and Produce Honey

Wiltse Cattle

April 20, 2026

Kansas Farmer wins 2025 Kansas Leopold Conservation Award

As a fifth-generation farmer and rancher, Kevin Wiltse has...

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April 2, 2026

What Does the New Product of the USA Label Actually Mean?

The United States’ food supply is massive and complex,...

March 25, 2026

Squeeze of Spring: 15 Bright Citrus Recipes

After a long winter of hearty meals, it’s time to lighten things...

March 4, 2026

10 One-Pan Wonders 

Because the only thing better than a great dinner is not washing...

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March 4, 2026

All Things Beef: Imports, Prices and Argentina

In early February, President Donald Trump signed a headline-...

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February 6, 2026

How Kansas farmers manage weather, safety and inputs

To the east of the Mars chocolate plant south of Topeka, Ryan...

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February 6, 2026

Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping for Life Insurance

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping for Life Insurance

Grass ranching

February 5, 2026

Regenerative Sustainable Agriculture

As of the writing of this article, I am at a cattle industry...

Werner Family

February 3, 2026

Werner Creek Farm in Cowley County becomes thriving business

When Gage and Sarah Werner built their home on a “funny strip of...

February 2, 2026

Date Night Dinners Made Easy

These elevated yet not intimidating recipes make it simple to...

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January 28, 2026

Camels in Kansas: From Song Lyrics to Herds on the Prairie

A special song is more than its rhythm, lyrics and bridge. It...

January 28, 2026

Meade County Farm Bureau supports senior citizens with Silver Plate Project

In the southwest reaches of Kansas, populations of entire...

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January 27, 2026

Meet the Coover Farm Family

Learn about the Coovers, who are raising their kids, crops and...

January 5, 2026

4 Big Wins for Cattle Producers in 2025

It’s early January, and while there is a whole year to look...

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December 22, 2025

Kansas Schools and Early Care Spotlight Kansas-Raised Beef

School districts and early care and education programs across...

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December 19, 2025

Wins and Misses on the Ranch

The final weeks of the year are generally a time for reflection...

December 15, 2025

Bringing Agriculture to Life for Kansas Students

When Kelsy Sproul, a former kindergarten teacher in Chautauqua...

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November 18, 2025

Industrial Hemp: How it’s Different from Cannabis

Kansas is mostly known for its wheat, sorghum, corn and cattle,...

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November 17, 2025

5 Crucial Issues on Ranchers’ Minds

As a rancher, I have a front row seat to the complexity of the...

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November 11, 2025

Busting Useage-Based Insurance Myths

Learn how that little beacon in your car actually works.

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November 5, 2025

Meet the Nelson Farm Family

Learn about the Nelsons, who are raising their kids, crops and...

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November 5, 2025

Kansas County Farm Bureaus partner with Kansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry

The tradition of hunting in Kansas is strong with generations of...

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November 5, 2025

The West Riley restores heirlooms and creates western charm in Dexter

The art of renovation comes from a love for tradition.

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November 5, 2025

What is Regenerative Agriculture

Joe Newland is president of Kansas Farm Bureau.

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November 4, 2025

Air Force Flyers Jet for New Ranch Life in Kansas

Air Force vets launch Blue Skies Regenerative Farms in Kansas—...

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October 29, 2025

Cooling for a Cause: Wyandotte County Farm Bureau Expands Access to Local Produce

Laying the Groundwork

October 21, 2025

How Virtual Fencing Is Used in Cattle Management

Over the last century, cattle farmers and ranchers have greatly...

Sarah Gideon, the 2025 Rural Minds Matter Advocate of the Year

October 17, 2025

HINK Executive Director Honored for Mental Health Advocacy in Agriculture

Rural healthcare is a vital component of a healthy state and...

Thomas Eisenbarth, the 2025 Rural Minds Matter Young Advocate of the Year

October 17, 2025

Pottawatomie County farmer, rancher receives award for mental health advocacy

Strength is subjective.

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September 22, 2025

Sustainability in Ranching: Balancing Family, Community and Profitability in the Beef Industry

I have written at length about

September 10, 2025

Lyon County Farm Bureau supports families with food and skills

Reuniting with family members after being apart should mean...

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August 26, 2025

High Beef Prices Explained: The Real Reasons Ranchers Aren’t to Blame

I vividly remember playing the card game “Crazy Eights” with my...