Agricultural Workforce Development Programs in Kansas

The daylong conference focuses on business decisions, market trends, and economic issues for pork producers.

A daylong program focusing on emerging swine research and information for those in the swine industry. Event includes networking with swine industry professionals and learning of practical swine applications.

This event offers sheep producers the opportunity to learn about current research at K-State, gain practical insights, and connect with fellow producers.

USDA and FDA have established regulations based on HACCP principles. This course meets USDA HACCP training requirements under federal and state meat inspection and is accredited by the International HACCP Alliance. A certificate with an International HACCP Alliance seal will be presented to participants upon completion of the course.

Join us at the workshop and see, hear, taste, and ask questions as state award winners share their expertise and demonstrate the manufacture and techniques used to make award winning products.

Cattlemen’s Day is the annual showcase of beef industry education hosted by the Department of Animal Sciences and Industry. The event provides cutting-edge information directly to cattle producers to keep them informed of key issues and provide education to improve profitability of their operation.

This annual event brings together cattle producers, researchers, and industry professionals to discuss current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the beef industry. Presentations focusing on strategies for improving stocker cattle performance, emerging feed stuffs research, and nutrition practices that support calf health before and after weaning. Speakers will also discuss practical cattle management techniques to help producers make informed decisions. The event will provide opportunities for networking, education, and learning about the latest research and management practices. Organizers aim to equip producers with practical, research-based information that can improve herd performance and operational efficiency.

This microcredential will demonstrate the necessary skills required to start and maintain a sustainable specialty crop farm within or around urban areas, which complements on-farm, hands-on agricultural learning. This microcredential is offered by the Growing Growers partnership program, which seeks to provide training for beginning farmers in the region. The curriculum focuses on small- to medium-scale sustainable vegetable farming practices that are typical in the central United States.

Protect your team and meet EPA standards with Kansas State’s pesticide safety resources, including training materials, compliance guides, and certification support for agricultural professionals.

Learn how to prevent workplace injuries with this 30-hour OSHA course tailored for ag workers. Covers safety, hazard avoidance, and workers’ rights. Includes hands-on training at a commercial facility.