Food News, Trends & Research
Sometimes it’s hard to sift through all the information out there and know what the latest food news means for you and your family. Here, we break down trending food topics and dig deeper into local food, agriculture issues and more!
Spotlight on Food Inspections
The USDA was founded in 1862 by President Abraham Lincoln. There are more than 200 FSIS employees working in Kansas. There are 65 meat and poultry plants in Kansas.
Corn Syrup - So Good, but Is It Good for You?
Who doesn't love a delicous piece of pecan pie? Pecan pie, oh my, get into my belly! A key ingredient in pecan pie is corn syrup. It’s used in a variety of baked goods and candy because, unlike other sweeteners, it doesn’t form crystals, which gives food a chewy consistency. Is corn...
Spotlight on Sorghum
If you hear the word “sorghum,” chances are your first question will be, “What is that?” Although sorghum can trace its roots back to ancient Africa, many people in the United States aren’t very familiar with this versatile grain. It’s primarily used for livestock feed (including beef,...
What You Need to Know About Hormones in Dairy Products
What do hormone labels on milk mean? Learn the facts about hormones and dairy products.
Bring the Wonder of Agriculture to Your School
Want to teach your students about Kansas agriculture? Connect with the Kansas Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom. They can help teachers and school administrators connect their students with this staple industry. Learn More We've also compiled some helpful resources like lesson...
The Truth about Herbicides in Wheat
Experts agree that it is not “standard procedure” for winter wheat farmers to spray crops with herbicides shortly before harvest.
Get to Know Pork
For more information about pork and pig farming—including recipes, classroom materials, and restaurant recommendations—check out these websites and get to know your pork.
Spotlight on Factory Farming
Often, when there is a discussion of animal agriculture, the term factory far will come up but what does “Factory Farm” really mean? Activist groups opposed to animal agriculture introduced the term “factory farm” in an attempt to create the public misperception that animal agriculture is...
The How and Why of Antibiotics in Animal Care
Antibiotics are just one tool beef farmers and ranchers use to keep cattle healthy by treating and preventing the spread of illness. Discover why and how they are used in beef production.
Spotlight on Beef Industry Sustainability
Ensuring a sustainable food supply is undoubtedly one of the greatest societal challenges. By 2050, 70 percent more food will be required to feed the growing population and all those involved in agricultural production must help meet the increasing demand.
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