The Kansas Association of Wheat Growers is a member-governed organization representing wheat growers in planning legislation, advising government and international agencies on matters affecting wheat and providing grass-roots leadership to the U.S. wheat industry.
“No other organization puts your interests of wheat producers front-and-center like KAWG does. From education to advocacy, KAWG works on your behalf. Membership benefits include the latest wheat industry news, market commentary and a subscription to the ‘Wheat and Row Crop Farmer’ newsletter, all of which can help your bottom line. By becoming a member in KAWG, you also join the National Association of Wheat Growers, an organization dedicated to pursuing policies beneficial to wheat growers. But don’t take my word for it, read what our members are saying.” - David Schemm, Sharon Springs
From our members…
“I joined KAWG because it supports more than just farm programs. My son is coming back to the farm right now. KAWG advocates a way of life. And I want to help protect that.” - Mike Jordan, Beloit
“Being a part of KAWG connects me with issues and news stories that are important to wheat growers. The Wheat and Row Crop Farmer Newsletter is my go-to source for cropping information.” - Jason Ochs, Syracuse
“Serving as a KAWG and then NAWG officer has opened my eyes to the need for leadership in our industry. There are hundreds of groups out there opposing farm programs and painting a sad picture of agriculture for our elected officials. We provide a voice to offset the negative comments.” - Paul Penner, Hillsboro
“Regulations, Regulations, Regulations. Whether the federal government wants to stop teenagers from working on the farm or require CDLs to operate farm equipment KAWG is a strong voice in ensuring our voices are heard in D.C.” - Justin Knopf, Salina
“I support KAWG because it works to carry a message about food to consumers. KAWG was a part of the group that took a combine and a 1/4 acre of growing wheat to our nation’s capitol - all to tell the story of wheat.” - Dean Stoskopf, Hoisington
Recent news
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Class Dismissed: Kansas Wheat Celebrates Dr. Barry Flinchbaugh’s Legacy
November 6, 2020
The iconic chalkboard filled with lessons on policy and life alike has been erased for the final time following the loss of Dr. Barry Flinchbaugh on Nov. 2. Kansas Wheat joins his generations of…
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U.S.-Japan Tariff Agreement is a Good Deal for Wheat Farmers and Their Customers
September 25, 2019
Joint Statement from U.S. Wheat Associates and National Association of Wheat Growers Washington, D.C. – The tariff agreement signed today by U.S. President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime…
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Kansas wheat farmer testifies on importance of Grain Inspection System for U.S. export markets
July 31, 2019
A Kansas wheat farmer testified in front of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry on “Perspectives on Reauthorization of the U.S. Grain Standards Act” on Wednesday,…
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Wheat Growers to Hold Annual Meeting August 14
July 26, 2019
The Kansas Association of Wheat Growers will hold its annual membership meeting on August 14, 2019, in conjunction with High Plains Journal’s Sorghum U - Wheat U event. The annual meeting will begin…
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Wheat Industry Applauds President Trump Signing the 2018 Farm Bill into Law
December 20, 2018
On December 20, 2018, President Trump officially signed The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, commonly known as the Farm Bill, into law. The signing ceremony was held in the Eisenhower Executive…
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Wheat growers support crop insurance, farm bill
April 19, 2018
On April 18, 2018, the House Committee on Agriculture marked-up its version of the 2018 Farm Bill, or H.R. 2 Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018. With the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill in the…