This summer, MKC opened its doors to 16 summer interns looking to gain applicable skills and receive greater insight into the world of agriculture. Students from multiple different colleges were placed in locations extending from Manhattan to Haven, with internship experiences stretching from agronomy to information technology.
Every day, policy makers and staff in national, state and district offices make decisions that impact local communities, rural businesses, and farmers and ranchers. For MKC, it is critical to serve as advocates for our member-owners.
Veteran Gary LaGrange created the SAVE Farm to support U.S. veterans and soldiers as they adjust to civilian life.
Acre by acre, the MKC Optimal Acre Program brings more success on the farm to member-owners through precision ag technology.
Starting July 1, MKC is partnering with surrounding schools to provide local families in need with back to school supplies. When stopping in at MKC locations, be on the lookout for donation tin cans as well as flyers containing lists for the participating school(s).
In response to the growing demand for more affordable and extensive healthcare options, through a partnership with Land O’Lakes, Inc., MKC is proud to offer the Land O’Lakes Cooperative Farmer Member Health Plan to its producer members in Kansas.
Warmer weather comes with a lot of perks, but it also brings more flies that are bothersome to livestock. The bites from horned flies will cause cattle to change their behavior. Cattle will go off feed, go off their normal grazing pattern and spend more time under trees in the shade. Fly bites will also cause their milk production to go down as well.
Sixteen students are taking part in the MKC Summer Internship Program. The students are spending 12 weeks working across multiple MKC locations, numerous departments with an array of experts to experience MKC firsthand.
MKC is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2019 MKC Scholarship Program. Ten high school seniors and ten college students have been selected to receive a $1,000 scholarship for the 2019-2020 academic year. Since 2008, a total of $124,000 has been awarded through the MKC Scholarship Program.
The 2019 MKC Women’s Meeting will be hosted on Thursday, May 2 at the Atrium Hotel and Conference Center in Hutchinson. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m. with dinner to start at 6 p.m. The event will conclude at around 8:30 p.m.