Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who pass down a love for the land, a strong work ethic, and the importance of stewardship.

From checking cattle to caring for healthy grazing lands, the lessons learned on the ranch often last a lifetime and shape the next generation of land stewards.

Thank you for the legacy you build every day. Wishing you a wonderful Father's Day from Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition! 🌾🐄

06/16/2026

🌾🐂 Something big is coming for Kansas grazing lands.

We've been working behind the scenes with the National Grazing Lands Coalition on a new project designed to bring practical, producer-focused resources to Kansas.

Healthy soils. Better forage. Smarter grazing.

More details are coming soon, along with a dedicated landing page and new video content.

Stay tuned!

06/08/2026

📞 Join the Monthly Grazing Call on June 8th at 7:30 PM! 🌾

Connect with fellow graziers across Kansas for an informative conversation with grazing management experts. Join us on the second Monday of each month from 7:30 to 9:00 PM to discuss a variety of grazing management topics.

👉 For more details, visit our website!
https://www.kglc.org/calendar-of-events

📲 Dial-in Number: 563-999-2134
🔑 Access Code: 6473

06/05/2026

Join the monthly grazing call - June 8th at 7:30 PM!

Connect with other graziers from across the state of Kansas in a telephone conversation with grazing management experts on the SECOND MONDAY of each month, from 7:30 to 9:00 pm.

These informal discussions cover all aspects of grazing management. For more info, visit here:

To participate in the call just dial: 563-999-2134 & enter the access code: 6473.

06/05/2026

🚨 Don't miss this FREE grazing school opportunity! 🚨

Healthy soils. Better grazing. Improved water quality.

Join Candy Thomas & Doug Peterson for a full day of practical education focused on grazing management strategies that benefit your land, livestock, and long-term productivity.

🌱 Free to attend
🍽️ Free lunch included
📍 Four Kansas locations
🤝 Learn from experienced professionals and connect with other producers

Whether you're new to rotational grazing or looking to fine-tune your current system, this event is packed with valuable takeaways.

📲 Register today and secure your seat:
https://kssoilhealth.org/event/grazing-management-for-soil-health-water-quality-3/

05/29/2026

These 'movers and shakers' help livestock producers by providing biological pest control and remove breeding sites for pest insects and nematodes.

Dung beetles are classified into three categories: rollers, tunnelers and dwellers. Each type plays an important part in managing and dispersing manure in pastures and prairies.

Dwellers aid in nutrient cycling by breaking down and burying animal waste. The waste has essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium that get returned to the soil.

Tunnelers in particular improve soil aeration allowing for better air and water circulation. This aeration gives the soil the ability to hold more moisture especially helpful during dry times. Tunnelers also help relieve soil compaction which in turn helps plants' roots with favorable growing conditions. This activity increases water filtration preventing water runoff.

All three types of dung beetles help reduce fly populations by removing fly breeding habitat, reduce other pests by consuming dung and their natural habits can help reduce the spread of parasites.

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

🌾 Pre-Turnout Forage Budgeting

Before cattle hit the pasture, estimate how much grass you have. A simple forage check helps set the right stocking rate and protects pasture health.

Before turnout consider:
• Available forage production
• Past winter grazing pressure
• Spring rainfall conditions
• Burn history/status of the pasture

Most Kansas rangeland should target 25% harvest efficiency to maintain healthy grass stands.

Planning ahead helps avoid overgrazing and keeps pastures productive all season.

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

From all of us at KGLC, thank you for your service and sacrifice.