Nutritious, Wholesome Food

We all want good food that’s good for us. When it comes to making healthier choices, you probably know you should eat your fruits and veggies, and exercise. But did you know Kansas ag can play a big part in a healthy lifestyle, too? Learn from nutritionists and other experts about healthy eating the Kansas way.

  • Holiday sweets and healthy eating

    Tips to Navigate Holiday Eating

    Along with twinkling lights and visions of sugarplums, the holiday season can bring unwanted anxiety. Trying to stick to a diet, follow a healthy routine, not overeat and keep spirits bright is a tall order.  To help us navigate the stress of holiday feasting and encourage healthy...

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    Foods that Fight Stress

    These foods that can help you manage your body’s stress response. Learn more!

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  • Fun Halloween activities

    How to Celebrate Halloween at Home

    The idea of spending Halloween at home doesn’t have to be scary. In fact, there are plenty of ways to make this the most spook-tacular holiday yet without leaving the house.  Candy Creations First on our list for a reason, candy is king on Halloween. Celebrate accordingly by chowing...

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  • What to eat for healthy skin - yogurt fruit nut bowl

    Food to Feed Your Skin

    Caring for skin often means cleansers and moisturizers. Keep your skin healthy from within with these vitamin-packed foods and DIY face masks. 

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    Fertilizer and Your Food

    What is fertilizer? What does it do? Is it safe to use? Does it affect the food we eat? As people learn more about how their food is grown (hooray!), they naturally start to dig deeper and ask questions. (We love that!) Fertilizer is one of the topics people are curious about and...

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    Common Late-Season Gardening Problems and How to Fix Them

    If summer is passing in a flash and you haven't had time to tend to your garden, here are tips for gardening later in the season.

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  • Sorghum Nutrition and Nutrients

    Health Benefits of Sorghum

    Sorghum, also called milo, is one of the top crops in Kansas. If you’re not familiar with it, it’s a great grain to introduce to your diet. (And if you are familiar with it, you already know it’s a great staple to serve at your table!) 

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  • How to grow your own tomatoes

    Five Tips for Growing Tomatoes at Home

    Growing tomatoes is often the motivation for starting a vegetable garden, and every tomato lover dreams of growing the best tomato: juicy, sweet, aromatic and, of course, blemish free. Perfection. Unfortunately, tomatoes are prone to more problems than other veggies in your garden. The...

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  • Indoor spider plant

    The Best Plants to Grow Indoors

    During the cold, drizzly months, it’s hard not to long for warmer days. And even after winter is technically over, the Kansas weather can remain dreary and chilled for months to come. To add a little brightness in your home without relying on Mother Nature, try growing indoor plants....

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  • Craft activities for kids

    Six Ways to Keep the Kids Active Indoors

    When nasty weather hits, being indoors for long stretches can make everyone in the house a little stir crazy. To keep the kids — and yourself — sane during rain or cold or whatever else life throws at you, try a few of these indoor activities.  1. Cook Together Breakfast, lunch or...

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