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Researchers at Kansas State University say hemp could be used as a stress reducer for cattle. “We fed industrial hemp to a group of Holstein steers," said Kansas State University beef production medicine veterinarian, Dr. Mike Kleinhenz. "I ...

With more of us firing up the grill, you may be wondering to yourself how do plant-based hamburger patties compare to traditional beef patties? Gary Crawford recently took a look and he said the results of a scientific study may surprise you ...

Do you want an easy way to start an argument? Just mention GMO and go from there. Some consumers strongly object to food with GMO ingredients even though, "There's been no evidence that any of these food products have caused any kind of food safety issues," said Kansas State University Extension Food Safety Specialist, Karen Blakeslee ...

Gary Crawford tells us about a group of university experts trying to help Americans regain the somewhat lost art of cooking at home. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...

Hemp could become another feed alternative for cattle in the near future. A pair of studies at Kansas State University is bringing new insight to farmers and producers seeking to incorporate industrial hemp in cattle feed. Hans Coetzee, K-State professor and head of the anatomy and physiology department in the College of Veterinary Medicine, said hemp is currently grown for the value added produ

There’s growing national concern about a second coronavirus wave and another lockdown that will force Ag and other sectors to examine if they’re better prepared to handle another wave. Several states are reporting an increase in hospitalizations as other states look at slowly reopening. Vaccine p ...

In our zeal for disinfecting, we sometimes not only misuse house chemicals, we use them on things that don’t need it. Kansas State University Extension Spokesperson, Karen Blakeslee, said CDC reports several incidents like that. "One was a person who decided to soak her fresh produce in a mixture of bleach, vinegar, and water." ...

It’s rare to hear an Ag economist talking about relationships, but Kansas State Extension Livestock economist Glynn Tonsor said good relationships are always important for farmers, and perhaps more now than ever. He noted keeping up relationships is good for anybody’s mental health. "Bu ...

Kristy Meyer, with the National FFA organization, talks about the NextGen conference getting underway this week in Kansas City.         If you have a story idea for the Washington Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekradio.com...

A recent Ag panel discussed the farm economy of three decades ago, and compared to today.  And as Rod Bain explains, those panel members also talked about what it will take to prevent another 1980s farm crisis.       If you have a story idea for the Washington Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekradio.com...