Ag Innovations, the team behind the Pasture Pro land management platform, has joined the global distribution network for CERES TAG, expanding access to direct-to-satellite livestock monitoring and bringing advanced, decision-ready data into everyday farm operations.
The partnership integrates CERES TAG’s sensor technology with Pasture Pro’s livestock management platform, giving producers access to real-time, individual animal insights that translate directly into productivity gains, genetic improvement, and bottom-line profitability.
Through this partnership, Ag Innovations will supply CERES TAG devices alongside its Pasture Pro application, enabling seamless data flow from the paddock into management systems. This allows producers to move beyond observation and into automated, data-backed decision-making across their operations.
From Data to Dollars: Turning Insights into Action
CERES TAG delivers continuous monitoring at the individual animal level, unlocking specific, high-value insights including:
Beef Estrus Detection to optimise joining and improve conception rates
Calving Alerts to reduce losses and enable timely intervention
Pasture Feed Intake (lb dry matter/day) for automated measurement of feed efficiency
Early health and behaviour changes, including the ability to flag symptoms consistent with risks like New World Screwworm
Location and movement tracking to support grazing management and labour efficiency
These insights enable producers to make targeted decisions that directly impact profitability, from selecting higher-performing genetics, to identifying underperforming animals earlier, to optimising feed utilisation across the herd.
By quantifying feed intake and efficiency at scale, producers can make more informed selection and culling decisions, driving long-term genetic gains while reducing input costs.
Built for Scale in Real-World Conditions
CERES TAG is designed for commercial livestock operations, combining scalability with ease of deployment. The system is plug-and-play, requiring no on-farm infrastructure, and operates via direct-to-satellite connectivity, making it suitable for even the most remote environments.
The hardware is built for durability in harsh outdoor conditions, with robust, waterproof sensor design (IP68-rated), ensuring reliability across extensive grazing systems where traditional technology often fails.
When combined with Pasture Pro, producers gain a fully integrated platform to visualise, analyse, and act on this data in real time, connecting animal performance directly to operational and financial outcomes.
Supporting the Future of Livestock Production
This partnership reflects a shared vision between CERES TAG and Ag Innovations: delivering practical, scalable technology that drives measurable impact on farm performance.
As the livestock industry continues to adopt precision technologies, solutions that connect data to clear, profitable actions will play a critical role in improving efficiency, sustainability, and long-term resilience.
About Ag Innovations / Pasture Pro Ag Innovations is the developer of Pasture Pro, a comprehensive land management application designed to simplify farm and ranch operations through powerful, user-friendly tools. It works offline and serves as a single source for team members to manage livestock, farming, recreation, crop insurance, and inventory records.
About CERES TAG CERES TAG is a global leader in direct-to-satellite livestock monitoring, delivering real-time data on animal health, behaviour, feed intake, and environmental impact to support more efficient and profitable livestock production.
Innovation doesn’t just happen in major metropolitan hubs, it happens everywhere. When I spent the day in Wamego, Kansas, with the Axiota leadership team, local employees, Kansas State University partners, and community members, I was struck by a powerful reminder: when communities embrace innovation, the impact can be transformative.
Innovation is often framed as something reserved for large cities, where access to capital, talent, and infrastructure is concentrated. But the reality is broader. Ideas are born in places of all sizes. What determines their success and impact is whether a community is willing to support, nurture, and grow them.
Wamego is a compelling example of this in action.
The story of Axiota Animal Health began with a scientist from South Africa who set out to enter the U.S., the largest market in the world. Initially landing in Denver, it was ultimately a connection with Kansas State University that led to a pivotal decision: establishing manufacturing and research and development operations in Wamego.
Today, this Kansas facility supports cattle producers in more than 30 countries, delivering prevention-based, non-antibiotic solutions that improve herd health and performance. Axiota’s products like Lactipro®, a rumen-native probiotic, and Multimin® 90, an FDA-approved injectable trace mineral supplement, reflect the kind of advanced, science-driven innovation happening right in the heart of rural Kansas.
The company’s presence in Wamego is also a testament to the power of collaboration. Located near Kansas State University, one of the nation’s leading veterinary and animal health research institutions, Axiota benefits from access to top-tier scientific talent and ongoing research partnerships. This proximity fuels continued advancement while reinforcing the importance of strong connections between academia and industry.
At the same time, Axiota’s workforce tells a global story rooted in a local community. Team members have come from Brazil, India, the United Kingdom, and across the United States to be part of the company’s mission. Just as importantly, many employees are from the Wamego area itself, demonstrating how innovation can create opportunities that both attract global talent and strengthen local economies.
This is where innovation in rural communities feels especially meaningful.
In places like Wamego, the impact of a company like Axiota is visible and personal. It supports jobs, fuels economic growth, and creates new possibilities for future generations. It also reinforces a powerful idea: that rural communities are not just participants in innovation. They can be leaders in it.
As we think about the future, it’s critical to continue supporting entrepreneurs and innovators, not just in urban centers, but in rural communities as well. Because when innovation takes hold in these places, it doesn’t just drive progress, it strengthens the fabric of the community itself.
Axiota’s decision to establish and grow its global headquarters in Wamego highlights what’s possible when innovation meets community support. It’s proof that world-class ideas and companies don’t need to be rooted in major cities to succeed. They need the right environment, partnerships, and belief in what’s possible.
More than 750 industry leaders convened as KC continues to strengthen its position as a top 15 U.S. industrial market
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – April 8, 2026 – KC SmartPort, the industrial-focused affiliate of the Kansas City Area Development Council, welcomed more than 750 industry leaders today at its annual industry briefing, spotlighting the region’s momentum as a top U.S. market for logistics, manufacturing and global investment.
The program featured insights from industry experts, including Lisa DeNight, managing director and head of North American industrial research at Newmark; Didi Caldwell, founder and president of Global Location Strategies; and Dave Harrison, president and CEO of VanTrust Real Estate.
“What we’re seeing across the industrial sector is a clear return to the fundamentals, with both occupiers and investors prioritizing assets that deliver efficiency, connectivity and durable long-term growth potential,” said DeNight, keynote speaker for the event. “In strategically-positioned North American logistics hubs like Kansas City, those priorities are translating into renewed confidence and a measurable uptick in activity.”
A Market Built for Scale and Speed
Boasting a deep talent pool, robust infrastructure and continued success in attracting new industrial operations, the Kansas City region has maintained steady industrial momentum. While many U.S. markets saw negative absorption in 2025, KC ranked seventh in the nation for positive net absorption and in the top 10 markets for highest pre-leasing rate.
Kansas City is also a thriving hub for international investment, attracting $4.43 billion in foreign direct investment over the past five years, creating 5,000 new jobs and occupying 5.7 million square feet of industrial space. The Kansas City Foreign Trade Zones support this growth, facilitating $2 billion in goods flow annually.
Driving Regional Growth
KC SmartPort continues to lead efforts to grow the region’s manufacturing and logistics industries. In the last five years, the initiative has attracted projects representing $6.9 billion in capital investment, over 9,400 jobs and 14 million square feet of space.
“A top U.S. industrial market, nearly 200,000 industrial workers and a location that can move goods across North America fast — that’s Kansas City,” said Chris Gutierrez, president of KC SmartPort and KC Foreign Trade Zones. “KC provides certainty. In a rapidly evolving world, that’s exactly what companies need to keep growing and serving their customers efficiently, even amid economic headwinds.”
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About KC SmartPort An affiliate of the Kansas City Area Development Council, KC SmartPort is the authority on industrial operations in the 18-county, two-state Kansas City region. The nonprofit economic development organization promotes and enhances the Kansas City region’s status as a leading North American manufacturing and logistics hub, attracting industrial investment into the market. In the last five years, KC SmartPort has attracted projects representing $6.9 billion in capital investment, over 9,400 jobs and 14 million square feet of space to the KC region. | OneKC.org/KCSmartPort
About the Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC)
The Kansas City Area Development Council is an economic development nonprofit that promotes the OneKC region’s business and lifestyle assets to companies and talent around the world. Working closely with its two states and 50-plus county and community partners, the region has attracted more than 64,000 new jobs over its 45-year history. KCADC also leads the efforts behind the KC Animal Health Corridor, KC SmartPort, TeamKC and KC Global Design. | OneKC.org
Kansas City’s A/E/C sector continues to scale — with in-market expansions proving this is no coincidence. These recent investments reflect a deeper commitment to the region and reinforce KC’s position as a global hub for design, engineering and construction innovation.
Here are some of the firms that have put that belief into action:
Black & Veatch is advancing a $1.12B headquarters expansion in Overland Park, anchoring a 1-million-sq.-ft. mixed-use campus that will include a 750,000-sq.-ft. HQ, 788 housing units and 137,000 sq. ft. of retail space.
DRAW has relocated to the historic 1892 Henney Buggy building at 1400 W 13th St in the West Bottoms, creating a larger, more sustainable workspace.
Forge Construction invested more than $2.9M to relocate and expand its Kansas City headquarters, transforming a 10,000-sq.-ft. Crossroads building and creating nearly 20 new jobs in one of the city’s fastest-growing districts.
HDR opened a new health-focused architecture studio near the plaza that focuses on healthcare design, including pediatric and research facilities.
Helix Architecture + Design deepened its commitment to downtown Kansas City with a new 6,700-sq.-ft. headquarters in the Crossroads’ historic Film Row, blending adaptive reuse with modern workplace design.
HNTB reaffirmed its commitment to downtown Kansas City with its relocation to the 591-foot Town Pavilion — the city’s second-tallest building — signaling continued reinvestment in the urban core.
JE Dunn Construction invested $20M to renovate its 190,000-sq.-ft., six-story Kansas City headquarters, reimagining the workspace to support evolving work styles, enhance collaboration and deliver a modern, flexible environment.
TREKK Design Groupmore than doubled the size of its Kansas City headquarters by moving to a new South Kansas City office, supporting continued growth for the 120-person, woman-owned civil engineering firm.
POPULOUS relocated its global headquarters to a new 100,000+-sq.-ft. collaborative workspace at 1400 Baltimore, consolidating teams downtown and reinforcing Kansas City’s role as a global hub for sports design.
Have a recent expansion or relocation to add? Let us know.
By Ashley McDonald, KC Global Design Managing Director
KC Global Design exists to amplify something truly special: an ecosystem of creativity, expertise and impact that stretches far beyond our region. Yes, world-class design + construction work is happening right here in Kansas City. But just as importantly, KC firms are shaping skylines, power systems, stadiums and communities across the globe.
As managing director of KC Global Design, I have the unique privilege of working alongside these firms every day, telling a story that continues to surprise even those of us closest to it. While many know KC for its deep roots in sports architecture — and rightfully so — there’s so much more beneath the surface. This is a multibillion-dollar design + construction industry, powered by more than 80,000 professionals, spanning disciplines and influencing projects at every scale imaginable.
But the real differentiator? It’s not just what happens here. It’s how it happens.
In Kansas City, competition and collaboration coexist in a way that’s rare. You’ll often hear it called “coopetition,” but it’s more than a buzzword. It’s a mindset. Firms compete at the highest levels, yet there’s an unmistakable willingness to share ideas, support one another and elevate the industry as a whole. It’s the belief that when one firm succeeds, our whole ecosystem moves forward — and it’s something people don’t just talk about. They live it.
That culture has created a growing sense of curiosity (and yes, even a bit of FOMO) from outside the region. Firms want to be part of what’s happening here.
While KC Global Design isn’t focused on the recruitment of more A/E/C firms to the region, the pull toward Kansas City is undeniable. The recent expansions of Gensler and Perkins&Will into Kansas City, along with Pape-Dawson’s acquisition of BHC to establish a regional headquarters, are clear signals that this ecosystem is resonating on a national scale. That momentum is also reflected in a number of local firms doubling down on Kansas City with recent in-market expansions.
And we’re just getting started.
With Kansas City preparing to welcome the world in the months ahead, the spotlight is only getting brighter. The foundation is already here: talent, collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence across design + construction. What comes next is an even bigger opportunity: to showcase not just what we’ve built, but how we’ve built it, together.
Because in Kansas City, design + construction isn’t just an industry, it’s a collective force. And its impact is only growing.
Move strengthens the KC Animal Health Corridor as a hub for animal health excellence
WAMEGO, Kan. (March 31, 2026) — Axiota Animal Health, global leader in cattle health solutions, announced today it will name its facility in Wamego, Kansas, as the company’s global headquarters.
The announcement formalizes the longstanding presence of Axiota Animal Health in Wamego, where the company operates manufacturing, research and development, and scientific operations for its products used by cattle producers in more than 30 countries worldwide.
“Wamego has long been a cornerstone of Axiota’s manufacturing and research, so designating it as our global headquarters is a natural next step,” said William (Bill) Weldon, CEO, Axiota Animal Health. “From here, we’re developing and producing technologies that help cattle producers around the world improve herd health and productivity. Leveraging our location within the KC Animal Health Corridor and our longstanding relationship with Kansas State University allows us to drive innovation and attract the top talent the industry demands.”
Located near Kansas State University, the facility benefits from proximity to one of the nation’s leading veterinary and animal health research institutions. That connection helps Axiota attract specialized scientific talent and collaborate with researchers advancing the future of livestock health.
From its Wamego facility, Axiota supports cattle producers worldwide in improving herd health and performance through prevention-based, non-antibiotic solutions. This includes:
Lactipro®, the only rumen-native probiotic that delivers Mega e®, proven to promote rumen health and performance.
Multimin® 90 (zinc, copper, manganese and selenium injection) is the only FDA-approved injectable supplement that delivers four trace minerals known to support cattle health and reproduction.
The decision highlights the global impact of the KC Animal Health Corridor, a hub stretching from Manhattan, Kansas, to Columbia, Missouri, with Kansas City at its heart. The region, home to the world’s largest concentration of animal health assets, serves as a leading center for life science research, development and collaboration.
“Axiota’s decision to locate its global headquarters in Wamego reflects the industry leadership that continues to define the Corridor,” said Kimberly Young, president of the KC Animal Health Corridor. “Companies here aren’t just participating in the industry — they’re driving the science, technology and production that support animal health and food security around the world.”
About Axiota Animal Health
Axiota Animal Health is an innovation-driven company that discovers, develops and markets products for beef and dairy producers around the world. Axiota’s non-antibiotic solutions prepare cattle to thrive during transition and stress and support producers’ goals of optimal health, performance and animal well-being. | axiota.com
About KC Animal Health Corridor
Representing more than half of the global animal health industry’s sales, and home to over 300 animal health companies, the KC Animal Health Corridor is the largest concentration of its kind worldwide. An initiative of the Kansas City Area Development Council, the Corridor is anchored by Manhattan, Kansas, and Columbia, Missouri, and serves as a thriving hub for innovation and collaboration. | kcanimalhealth.com
Congratulations to our Kansas partners on Axiota Animal Health’s decision to name its Wamego facility as its global headquarters.
Strategically located between Manhattan and Topeka, the facility has long served as a key hub for the company’s production and research & development. Its proximity to Kansas State University — one of the nation’s leading veterinary and animal health research institutions — and the broader innovation network extending to Topeka and Kansas City enables Axiota to attract top scientific talent and accelerate its product development.
The decision underscores the global significance of the KC Animal Health Corridor, the world’s largest cluster of animal health assets and a leading hub for bioscience research, development and production.
The Kansas City Area Development Council was proud to partner with the following organizations as Axiota selected the KC Animal Health Corridor for its global headquarters:
State of Kansas Kansas Department of Commerce Greater Manhattan Economic Partnership Evergy Kansas State University
