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Deadline Nearing For Custom Rates Survey

The Kansas Department of Agriculture, along with the Land Use Survey Office at Kansas State University, is asking producers, cooperatives and local agribusinesses to participate in the 2024 Kansas Custom Rates Survey. The deadline for participation is April 30.

The purpose of the survey is to collect data on charges for custom work, feed preparation and machinery rental. Whether producers provide custom services or pay for them, knowing accurate, competitive prices is crucial for the sustainability of agricultural operations.

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CEOs of the Industry – International Edition Michael Agerley | Partner, IQinAbox

Video: CEOs of the Industry – International Edition Michael Agerley | Partner, IQinAbox

In this CEOs of the Industry – International Edition, we sit down with Michael Agerley, Partner at IQinAbox, to explore how data is reshaping the future of pig production.

After more than 20 years as a veterinarian, Michael shares his unique perspective on the shift from hands-on animal care to data-driven decision making across the pork value chain.

We dive into:

• How better data is improving real on-farm decisions

• The biggest opportunities still untapped in pig production

• How Europe is leading (and where it’s still lagging) in tech adoption

• The role of AI and smart systems in the next 5–10 years

• Why trust, leadership, and practical application matter more than ever

This conversation bridges veterinary insight, technology, and real-world farming, offering a clear look at where the industry is headed—and what it will take to get there.