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22 Jul

Posted at 07:00h in Industry News
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William Dean Emch, 81, a lifelong resident of Madison, Kansas, passed away on July 18, 2026, at Aberdeen Village in Olathe, Kansas. Emch served two stints on the Kansas Grain and Feed Association Board of Directors from 1988-95 and from 2000-09. Bill was born on October 18, 1944, in Emporia, Kansas, the only child of Bernie and Dena (Wernli) Emch. He graduated from Madison High School in 1962 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Feed Technology from Kansas State University. Following graduation, he worked for Quaker Oats in Cedar...

20 Jul

Posted at 07:33h in Industry News
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Governor Laura Kelly has announced the dates for a summer round of local consult meetings to elevate water planning and share insights on existing and future funding. The seven meetings will take place across the state in late July and throughout August. Kansans can RSVP for the meetings here or via the button below. “Preserving and protecting Kansas’ water supply for the next generation is of the utmost importance for our state,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “These local consult meetings provide Kansans the opportunity to share their thoughts on how we can best tackle our short- and long-term water...

02 Jun

Posted at 13:41h in Industry News
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Monte L. Broeckelman, 55, passed away surrounded by his family on June 1, 2026, at Myrtue Medical Center in Harlan, Iowa, following a courageous battle with cancer. Monte was born on August 9, 1970, in Smith Center, Kansas, to Wayne and Joan (Lamb) Broeckelman. He was raised on the family farm west of Esbon, Kansas, where he developed the strong work ethic, integrity, and values that would guide him throughout his life. Monte graduated as valedictorian of the White Rock High School Class of 1988. He continued his education at Fort Hays State University, earning a Bachelor of Business...

02 Jun

Posted at 09:39h in Industry News
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The Kansas Grain and Feed Association is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026-27 scholarship program, awarding nearly $30,000 to 19 graduating high school seniors from across Kansas. This year's scholarship committee reviewed more than 250 applications from outstanding students planning to continue their education at Kansas universities, community colleges and technical schools. Recipients were selected based on academic achievement, leadership, community involvement and geographic representation. The success of the scholarship program is made possible through the continued support and involvement of KGFA members, who serve on the scholarship committee and...

23 Apr

Posted at 07:49h in Industry News
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Highlighted by strong attendance, timely discussion and continued engagement across the industry, Kansas Grain and Feed Association (KGFA) celebrated its 130th annual meeting April 21, 2026, in Wichita. The annual event brought together approximately 200 of KGFA’s active, capacity and associate members to review the past year and hear updates on the issues impacting the grain and feed industry. During the meeting, KGFA leadership outlined the association’s work during the 2025 and 2026 legislative sessions. Advocacy efforts focused on key priorities including property tax policy, regulatory oversight, utility costs, water funding and...

13 Apr

Posted at 14:33h in Advocacy
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Listen online: Following a two-week break, the Kansas Legislature reconvened Thursday, April 9 for a brief Veto Session largely dominated by property tax discussions and votes to attempt overrides of bills vetoed by governor Laura Kelly. After passage of a property tax bill on slim margins, the House and Senate gaveled out sine die (no more days) around 2:00 a.m., on Saturday morning, completing the 2026 legislative session. The 2026 session served as Governor Kelly’s final. With no signs of a special session this summer, the Legislature will plan to reconvene in...

30 Mar

Posted at 09:38h in Advocacy
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Listen online: Week 11 of the 2026 Kansas Legislative Session concluded with First Adjournment just after 1:00 a.m., Saturday. The final days of the regular session were largely dominated by conference committee work, where lawmakers negotiated differences between House and Senate versions of key bills. The Legislature will reconvene on April 9 for a brief two- or three-day Veto Session. Property tax relief was one of the most closely watched and, at times, controversial issues of the session. After weeks of debate over competing proposals, lawmakers were unable to reach a broad agreement on...

26 Mar

Posted at 13:32h in Industry News
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Kurt Bryan Anderson, 54, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 in Oberlin, KS. He was born May 29, 1971, in Norman, Oklahoma, to Kenneth and Emalee (Tucker) Anderson. He lived a life marked by humor, hard work, and deep love for his family. Services were held on March 18. Condolence can be left at Kurt's Obituary on Plumer Gobber's website. Donations in Kurt's memory can be made to Decatur Community High School, Decatur Community High School FFA Program or Decatur County 4H. Kurt grew up in Drumright, Oklahoma, graduating from Drumright High...

20 Mar

Posted at 08:12h in Advocacy
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Listen online: Despite the House and Senate continuing work on property tax relief and the state budget, the 2026 Kansas legislative session is quickly nearing its end. Friday, March 20, marked the final day for non-exempt bills in either chamber, and Friday, March 27, is the scheduled First Adjournment for the session. Racing the clock, final committee hearings and last-minute negotiations were held this week before two days of floor action on bills later in the week. House and Senate Conference Committees, comprised of the committee’s Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Ranking Minority Party Member,...

18 Mar

Posted at 08:03h in Advocacy
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Kansas Grain and Feed Association (KGFA) has joined a coalition letter to President Donald Trump regarding uncertainty around product availability, transportation constraints with heightened conflict in the Middle East. The letter, in-part, is below. Given the narrow and time-sensitive planting window now underway in many parts of the country, we encourage swift executive attention to help stabilize fertilizer supply chains and maintain the efficient movement of agricultural inputs. Many of these actions align with recommendations that have been raised by producer organizations and other agricultural stakeholders. We respectfully urge the Administration to prioritize actions that keep fertilizer...

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