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Norma Ritz Johnson announces retirement from Sorghum Checkoff executive director role
2+ hour, 41+ min ago (175+ words) United Sorghum Checkoff Program (USCP) Executive Director Norma Ritz Johnson has informed the organization’s Board of Directors of her decision to retire from that role at the end of 2026, following a distinguished career in agriculture, organizational management and community leadership....
Kansas Hay Report
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (656+ words) High Plains Journal This past week, hay movement was light to moderate as many producers concentrated on swathing and baling hay. Third cutting alfalfa is underway in some areas, with yields reported to be better than earlier cuttings. Brome hay…...
Rock Fest set for Sept. 19 at Kansas State Fair
5+ hour, 50+ min ago (134+ words) High Plains Journal Rock Fest set for Sept. 19 at Kansas State Fair A hard-hitting night of rock From Ashes To New with Saliva and Saving Abel will take the stage at the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 19 in Hutchinson,…...
Texas Tech hosting Global Sorghum Conference
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (102+ words) High Plains Journal Texas Tech hosting Global Sorghum Conference Texas Tech University will host the 2026 Global Sorghum Conference, marking the first time the conference has been held in the United States. The conference brings together leading researchers, producers and industry…...
The strongest farms aren’t built alone
3+ day, 7+ hour ago (1001+ words) It’s well after dark, and the day’s work is finally done. The machinery is parked, the cattle are fed, and the markets are closed. But the workday isn’t really over. Even as the farm quiets down, the bigger questions keep…...
High Plains cattle sales report
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (238+ words) High Plains Journal High Plains cattle sales report The High Plains area weekly weighted average direct cattle sales results for the week ending July 12, reported receipts of 57,501 head compared to 52,114 head a week ago and 64,226 head a year ago, according…...
Texas wheat: More problems than bright spots this year
5+ day, 23+ hour ago (711+ words) The 2025-2026 Texas wheat season was characterized by drought and heat stress as well as viral and fungal infections across the state, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialist. “Over 90% of the harvest is in, with the only…...
Kansas Corn summer listening tour visits five communities
6+ day, 6+ hour ago (401+ words) High Plains Journal Kansas Corn summer listening tour visits five communities The annual summer listening tours are back for the 11th year and will stop at five locations throughout July and August. The tour will begin in Seneca, then continue in…...
Wheat Foods Council names Sheri Glazier executive director
1+ week, 6+ hour ago (373+ words) High Plains Journal Wheat Foods Council names Sheri Glazier executive director The Wheat Foods Council has named Sheri Glazier as its executive director, effective Aug. 18. Glazier is a wheat producer and registered dietitian from Loyal, Oklahoma. She holds bachelor’s and…...
Drought conditions shift as storms bring mixed changes across Plains
1+ week, 5+ day ago (937+ words) High Plains Journal Drought conditions shift as storms bring mixed changes across Plains Near- or warmer-than-normal temperatures covered most of the South this week. Rainfall amounts varied, with some areas staying completely dry, though amounts over 2 inches fell in parts…...