IGP Institute

08/27/2026

From Kansas fields to global markets. 🌾🌎 Gary Millershaski, a Kansas farmer and newly named chairman of U.S. Wheat Associates, brings a unique perspective on how the work happening on farms here in Kansas connects to customers, markets, and food systems around the world. His story is a great reminder that agriculture is global—and that strong relationships with international customers can help build stronger markets for U.S. wheat. U.S. Wheat
Read the full story: https://www.morningagclips.com/from-kansas-fields-to-global-markets-millershaski-brings-perspective-to-u-s-wheat-leadership/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

08/25/2026

Learning doesn't stop in the classroom. Along with industry tours, our short course participants have the opportunity to explore the local community through curated outings. During the July advanced milling course, participants from South Korea enjoyed taking in a Kansas City Royals game. U.S. Wheat Kansas City Royals

08/17/2026

🚜 Keeping grain moving takes more than good equipment; it takes people who know how to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot it. World Grain recently highlighted the partnership between GEAPS and the IGP Institute at Kansas State University to deliver hands-on training for grain industry professionals.

📅 December 1–3, 2026
📍 IGP Institute | Manhattan, Kansas

Get the skills. Get hands-on. Take them back to your facility.

Read the full World Grain article: https://www.world-grain.com/articles/23094-geaps-igp-institute-partner-for-conveyor-training

08/14/2026

The GEAPS/KSU Hands-On Conveyor Training will be held Dec. 1-3, 2026, in Manhattan, Kansas, at the IGP Institute.

08/14/2026

What do all of the ingredients pictured have in common? They can all be milled into flour! https://www.facebook.com/buhlergroup

This month, IGP is partnering with Bühler to host two Executive Flour Milling Courses. Learn the science and technology behind flour milling from industry experts.

Learn more: https://www.grains.k-state.edu/igp/on-site-training/flour-milling/

08/13/2026

We're proud to celebrate our Associate Director, Shawn Thiele, who was recently featured by U.S. Wheat Associates. In the article, Shawn is recognized as one of their most valued technical partners, highlighting his dedication to advancing the global milling industry through education, technical expertise, and collaboration. U.S. Wheat

Read more about Shawn's journey and the impact of his work: https://uswheat.org/wheatletter/shawn-thiele-from-a-gentle-nudge-to-global-milling-leadership/

08/10/2026

In July, the IGP Institute hosted the USW-IGP Advanced Milling for South Korea short course. During this course, participants learned about milling through a combination of classroom and hands-on training. In addition, participants got the opportunity to experience the U.S. grain supply chain firsthand through industry tours. U.S. Wheat

08/10/2026

08/07/2026

Today's fun food fact is all about soybeans!

Did you know soybean meal is one of the primary ingredients in animal feed? It provides a sustainable source of high-quality protein, essential amino acids, and energy for poultry, swine, cattle, and aquaculture.

Later this month, the IGP Institute will welcome animal nutrition professionals from around the world to explore the important role soybean meal plays in animal nutrition and feed production. https://www.facebook.com/ussoybeanexportcouncil/

08/06/2026

Curious what the IGP Institute was up to in July? Read our latest Stakeholder News Brief for highlights from recent courses, global partnerships, industry engagement, and the work we're doing to strengthen the global grain and food industries.

Read the newest edition here:https://www.grains.k-state.edu/igp/SNB_July2026%20copy.pdf