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!

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    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.

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  • 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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  • Learn How You Can Fuel Green Energy

    Chances are you’ve heard the term “ethanol.” But how much do you know about this home-grown fuel? We’ve got answers to the questions you didn’t even knew you had!

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  • Dent Corn

    What Are the Different Types of Corn

    Not all corn is the kind of corn we eat. There are several different types of corn. Learn more about one of Kansas' biggest crops.

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  • Corn and Car

    Find E85 Fuel Near You

    Ethanol is an octane-enhancer that is produced from plant derivatives including corn. It can be combined with gasoline in different concentrations. E10, E15 and E85: What’s the difference? Over 95% of all gasoline sold today is E10, a 10% ethanol blend. A higher octane blend, E15, has...

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    Are Family Farms Controlled by Corporations?

    What does it mean to be a family farm? CommonGround Kansas volunteer LaVell Winsor discusses various business structures of family farms and how their farm makes independent business decisions.

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    Should I Worry About Antibiotics in Meat?

    CommonGround Kansas volunteer Katie Sawyer discusses why ranchers sometimes give their cattle antibiotics and how they are used carefully to keep cattle healthy and prevent unnecessary stress on the animals. 

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    How Important is Food Safety in Farming?

    Farm and family go hand-in-hand for CommonGround volunteer Kim Baldwin. That’s why raising safe food is so important to her family.

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