Q: Does beef belong in a healthy diet?
A: Absolutely! A 3-oz serving of lean beef contributes less than 10 percent of calories in a 2,000-calorie diet, yet it supplies...
See full Q&AQ: Is sorghum healthy?
A: Sorghum is high in fiber and potassium and low in sodium, which is great for digestion and blood pressure. It’s also rich in...
See full Q&AQ: What do pigs eat?
A: Most pigs eat a diet of corn, soybeans, vitamins and minerals. Much of the corn and soybeans fed on Kansas farms will be grown by...
See full Q&AQ: What’s in fertilizer?
A: Fertilizer contains nutrients that help keep soil healthy. Three main plant nutrients in fertilizer are nitrogen, phosphorus and...
See full Q&AQ: What percentage of America’s farms and ranches are family-owned?
A: A whopping 97 percent of American farms are owned by families.
See full Q&AQ: How many kernels does an ear of corn have?
A: The average ear of corn has approximately 400 to 600 kernels arranged in 16 rows. Rows per ear can range from 12 to 20. On...
See full Q&AQ: Are there antibiotics in the milk I buy?
A: No. Dairy producers ensure traces of antibiotics don’t enter our food supply. All farm milk is tested multiple times before it...
See full Q&AQ: How much does agriculture contribute to the Kansas economy?
A: Agriculture is the largest economic driver in Kansas, valued at more than $62 billion, accounting for 43 percent of the state's...
See full Q&AQ: What is PQA Plus?
A: PQA Plus is a farmer-driven, educational program that implements and teaches best management practices in raising and caring for...
See full Q&AQ: What is sorghum used for?
A: In addition to food for people, sorghum can be used to feed livestock, or to make materials used in fencing, floral...
See full Q&AQ: How has wheat evolved?
A: Believe it or not, today’s wheat has the same genetic components as its ancient ancestors.
See full Q&AQ: Why don’t I see sorghum at the store?
A: Many consumers are becoming more interested in ancient grains that are non-GMO, gluten-free, healthy,and environmentally friendly...
See full Q&AQ: What is field corn used for?
A: Field corn is used to feed cattle and to make biofuels like ethanol. It can also be used in plastics, fabrics and batteries.
See full Q&AQ: What causes wheat sensitivity?
A: There is a specific gene that causes people to develop celiac disease.
See full Q&AQ: What do the different colors of sorghum mean?
A: Sorghum plants come in two main colors: purple and tan. Tan sorghum can be milled into a nice white flour for gluten-free food....
See full Q&AQ: Do dairy farmers use sustainable practices on their farms?
A: Producing a gallon of milk today requires 90 percent less cropland, 65 percent less water, and has a 63 percent lower carbon...
See full Q&AQ: Is flavored milk a good choice for kids?
A: Yes. Chocolate and other flavored milks contain the same nine essential nutrients as white milk, and they are a healthful...
See full Q&AQ: If I’m lactose intolerant, do I have to give up dairy?
A: No. There are a variety of ways to enjoy milk, cheese and yogurt, and get the nutrients – like protein and calcium – that...
See full Q&AQ: Are cattle fed unnatural corn diets in a feedyard?
A: Feedyard cattle do not eat diets made up entirely of corn. They start by eating a lot of hay and fiber, then move to a higher...
See full Q&AQ: Do farming and ranching overlap?
A: Farming and ranching go hand-in-hand. Cattle, hogs and other livestock eat a lot of the crops grown here like field corn,...
See full Q&AQ: What are soybeans used for?
A: Soybeans can be used to feed cattle, make cooking oil and tofu, produce ink, candles, cosmetics and more.
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