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Kansas farmers experiment with perennial grains to fight worsening drought
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— Sep 4, 2026
In Kansas, drought-stricken farms are turning to Kernza, a perennial grain that can be planted less frequently and has deep root systems to improve drought resilience and reduce soil erosion, as illustrated by Bryce Black’s experience near Beloit. While researchers push perennial grains to cut inputs and carbon costs, adoption remains slow due to lower yields, harvesting challenges, and a still-developing market.
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Sam Okafor
Kernza sounds promising but until the yields catch up, most farmers I know can't afford to gamble on it.
Authorities Declare No Crime Was Committed When Teacher Allegedly Taped Mask to Student’s Face
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— Oct 29, 2021
A Wisconsin school teacher will not face charges after she allegedly used duct tape to secure a mask to a student’s face when he temporarily pulled it down so he could breathe. A 13-year-old in Beloit, Wisconsin …
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