"Gardeners who may be getting antsy for spring can still find plenty to do during winter’s colder months, says Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini."
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Gardeners who may be getting antsy for spring can still find plenty to do during winter’s colder months, says K-State horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“As of now, Mexico is not responding, and it is very unfair to our U.S. Farmers who deserve this much needed water,” Trump said.
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Trump Threatens Mexico With 5% Tariff Increase Over Water Dispute
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President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to impose an additional 5% tariff on Mexico if it doesn't immediately provide additional water to help U.S. farmers, accusing the country of violating a tre...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Some North Dakota farmers are owed money after a large bankruptcy filing by a Nebraska-based grain dealer."
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Nebraska Grain-Dealer Bankruptcy Hits North Dakota Farmers
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Some North Dakota farmers are owed money after a large bankruptcy filing by a Nebraska-based grain dealer. The North Dakota Department of Agriculture says farmers in the state are owed more than $900,...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"The calendar says the first day of winter is Dec. 21. Chip Redmond is not so sure you ought to get locked in on just that date."
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State weather official urges Kansans to prepare for winter conditions, travel
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K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond shares tips on preparing in advance for winter conditions -- whether you're on the road or at home.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Our grasslands define Nebraska,” Cook said. “They sustain our cattle industry, they provide habitat for wildlife and they shape the character of our state.
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Cook champions Nebraska grasslands in new PSA campaign | Nebraska Today
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Nebraska’s grasslands — vital to the state’s economy, environment and cultural heritage — are being highlighted in a new series of public service announcements featuring legendary Nebraska vol...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Make Christmas magic.” That’s the goal of one family that is using their rural Kansas facility to create special holiday memories for kids and families.
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Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: John and Shelley Gardner, Christmas at Pumpkin Pants Ranch
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After John and Shelley Gardner completed a pumpkin patch on their land near Arkansas City in 2023, they decided to do a Christmas celebration in December. That has now grown to include Santa’s works...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Search continues for missing man last seen at Lake Afton; deputies ask residents to check surveillance
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The search continues for a missing 30-year-old man last seen at Lake Afton as deputies ask nearby residents to check security footage and property for any sign of him.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Kansas beef brings bold flavor to holiday dinners, from roasts to brisket and festive family meals.
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Derby School Board to consider banning teachers from fundraising for classrooms
Derby School Board to consider banning teachers from fundraising for classrooms
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The new policy is a recommendation from the Kansas Association of School Boards.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"With cooler temperatures pushing fall pests toward homes, K-State horticultural entomologist Raymond Cloyd says a few simple sanitation steps can stop nuisance insects before they settle in."
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K-State entomologist shares tips for keeping winter pests out of homes, yards
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With cooler temperatures pushing fall pests toward homes, K-State horticultural entomologist Raymond Cloyd says a few simple sanitation steps can stop nuisance insects before they settle in.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
🚨 The Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office is still investigating the disappearance of Ian Alexander Shelton, last seen at Lake Afton around 2 a.m. on Wednesday morning.
The Sheriff's Office is asking residents near Lake Afton - specifically those between 231st Street West and 263rd Street West, as well as between 31st Street South and 55th Street South - to help by reviewing any home surveillance cameras. This can include doorbell cameras, security systems, or recorded video from December 3 between the hours of 2 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Residents in the area are also being asked to check their property, including barns, sheds, or garages, for anything unusual.
Anyone with information is asked to call 911.
Details | www.kwch.com/2025/12/08/search-continues-missing-wichita-man-last-seen-near-lake-afton/
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"In the first 11 months of the year, China’s soybean imports rose 6.9% from a year earlier to 103.79 million tons, the customs data showed. November shipments were down 14.5% from October."
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China Set for Record 2025 Soybean Imports on Brazil Buys, U.S. Trade Truce
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China’s soybean imports reached their highest November level since 2021, a Reuters calculation based on customs data showed on Monday, with full-year arrivals set for a record amid strong purchases ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
English language teacher at Turner Elementary School earns surprise $25,000 Milken award • Kansas Reflector
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Elementary teacher in Turner School District wins $25,000 Milken Education Award for exceptional commitment to students in Kansas City, Kansas.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
President Trump proposing a $12B aid package for farmers hit hard by trade war with China
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"As the beef industry evolves, Kansas State University beef cattle experts say producers may benefit from rethinking long-held assumptions about cow size, milk production and grazing efficiency."
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Cattle Chat: How producers can find the right type of cow for their land
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K-State experts say shifting feedlot trends, rising nutrient demands and changing pasture conditions are prompting producers to re-evaluate whether larger or smaller cows offer the best balance of eff...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
As we prepare to celebrate the upcoming holidays, be sure to:
🚗 Don't drink and drive.
🔥Keep candles away from trees. Keep candles, Christmas lights and cooking supervised.
❄️Check weather and drive slow on icy roads.
🎁Watch out for holiday scams.
🐾Keep pets away from toxic plants and foods.
Stay safe and enjoy the holiday season.
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"The U.S. dairy industry stands on the brink of transformative change, poised with promising opportunities for farmers."
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How Do Modern Dairies Stay Ahead With Future Innovations and Sustainable Practices?
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As the dairy industry navigates the future, it’s clear using a combination of innovation, consumer engagement and sustainable practices will be pivotal.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Warner outlined three primary metrics producers should consider when reviewing herd data this season: conception percentage, calving percentage, and weaning percentage."
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Measuring what matters is key to managing cow herd
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K-State beef cattle extension specialist Jason Warner discussed metrics producers may want to consider when entering the breeding season.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"U.S. tree farms cut 14.5 million Christmas trees in 2022, the most recent year USDA data was available."
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Map: Where in the U.S. Christmas trees are grown
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Odds are your tree comes from Michigan, North Carolina or Oregon.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Save energy for heating by reducing air leaks in your home. Use a programmable thermostat and set the thermostat lower at night in the winter. Check your furnace and have it serviced as needed. Home heating is the second leading cause of home fires, and winter is when most home fires happen.
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Keep those poinsettia plants going strong, especially after the holidays! Poinsettias can even be kept year after year to rebloom if you give them proper care. But don't be fooled -- the showy red parts of Poinsettia plants are not flowers; rather, they are modified leaves known as bracts. A poinsettia plant’s actual “flower” is the yellow bloom at the center of the bracts!
See our tips on top mistakes to avoid at Almanac.com/caring-for-poinsettias
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Kansas dairy brings comfort to the season, from hot chocolate and holiday baking to the cheeses that make winter meals complete.
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"The Kansas State University crops judging team reached another milestone in winning the national championship during competitions in Kansas City and Chicago recently."
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K-State reaches milestone in winning 34th national title in crops judging
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The Kansas State University crops judging team reached another milestone in winning the national championship during competitions in Kansas City and Chicago recently.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
A single tick bite on a cow may not seem like cause for alarm, but according to Dr. Fred Gingrich of the American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP), “anaplasmosis still bites when you’re not looking.”
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Cattle Chat: What ranchers need to know about anaplasmosis
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K-State beef cattle experts discuss how anaplasmosis often remains hidden in herds until stress triggers sudden symptoms. They provide warning signs to watch for, and effective management tips to cont...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"No one wants to be stuck outside in cold temperatures without the proper attire. Kelsie Doty, an assistant professor of fashion studies in Kansas State University’s College of Health and Human Sciences, says there are some important factors that go into staying warm when working or playing outside."
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Beat the Chill: Essential Layering Tips
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K-State fashion studies experts describe the best types of clothes to wear in the cold weather.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Heifer mastitis is often underestimated because it occurs before an animal has even entered the milking string, but the impacts are long-lasting."
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Managing Heifer Mastitis: Targeting Risk Before Freshening
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Many heifer intramammary infections begin months before calving, long before milking hygiene becomes relevant. Targeting prevention earlier can protect future milk production and improve overall herd ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Long-distance dispersal by subadults is the key to maintaining connectivity between different mountain lion populations,” said Kyle Dougherty, a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and lead author of the study.
Roads, development disrupt movement of young mountain lions in California | Nebraska Today
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A new study led by Nebraska's John Benson and Kyle Dougherty shows young mountain lions in California struggle to disperse between populations because they avoid developed areas and busy roads, limiti...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Forty-nine percent of rural Nebraskans surveyed say they are somewhat familiar with the topic of biosecurity, and 10% are very familiar."
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Poll: Rural Nebraskans concerned about biosecurity, hopeful for bioeconomy | Nebraska Today
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"It's no surprise that biosecurity concerns are highest around issues people see and experience firsthand, such as drought, wildfires and the safety of their food and water. These perceptions reflect ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"The December USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report is scheduled for release on Tuesday, Dec. 9."
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What Farmers Need to Know Before the December WASDE Report
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The December WASDE report is due Tuesday, Dec. 9. Going into the report, here is what farmers need to know about the U.S. corn, soybean, and wheat markets, and what Grain Market Insider will be lookin...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Oklahoma State University’s College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology Fire Service Training program is a leader in utilizing research, professional experience and training to ensure firefighters are equipped to save lives and property. "
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FST’s Advanced Fire Behavior course, which has been taught for 15 years, will soon be enhanced thanks to an Assistance to Firefighters Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency of more than...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"As beef-on-dairy has grown from a new concept to a standard production model, dairy producers, calf ranches and feedlots have found themselves working together more frequently than ever before."
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Bridging the Beef-on-Dairy Divide
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As beef-on-dairy becomes more of the standard, disconnects between dairies and feedlots continue to challenge collaboration and performance.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Typically, we care about these invasive species because of the harm to human health, harm to the economy or harm to biodiversity,” Hickman said.
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Mitigate 'Dirty Dozen' dangers on your rangeland - Oklahoma State University
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Are you being a good neighbor? It’s a question Dr. Karen Hickman, a professor of natural resource ecology and management and director of the environmental science program in the Oklahoma State Unive...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"When minimum wages were first established in the 1938 Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), agricultural workers were exempt. Over time, amendments to the rule brought groups of farmworkers under minimum wage laws until all agricultural workers were included in 1978."
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Explore how shifting minimum wage laws and new H-2A wage rules are reshaping farm labor costs across the U.S. Learn which states apply higher agricultural minimum wages, how exemptions vary, and why m...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"The Trump administration Thursday announced new restrictions for immigrants, reducing the work authorization periods from five years to 18 months, the latest crackdown on legal immigration."
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U.S. Work Authorizations for Legal Immigrants Slashed From 5 Years to 18 Months
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The Trump administration Thursday announced new restrictions for immigrants, reducing the work authorization periods from five years to 18 months, the latest crackdown on legal immigration.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"In a fresh forecast for grain exports, the group reduced its corn shipment projection by 1 million tons for 2025, to 41 million tons, citing increasingly higher domestic demand."
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Brazil Corn Exports to Fall Short of Expectations, Industry Group Says
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Corn exports from Brazil, the world’s second-largest exporter, are expected to fall short of expectations at the end of this year, grain exports lobby Anec said on Thursday.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"OSU ranked No. 1 in Oklahoma and No. 104 nationally."
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OSU earns two No. 1 rankings among Oklahoma colleges - Oklahoma State University
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Oklahoma State University has been named the No. 1 college in Oklahoma and among the best in the 2026 Best Colleges ranking by Research.com.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"An Oklahoma invasive species has become a haven for another problematic species, which has the potential to create a range of problems for human, wildlife and livestock health, as well as the environment."
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Eastern redcedars are contributing to the spread of the lone star tick - Oklahoma State University
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According to research by OSU agricultural scientists, eastern recedar appears to have become a haven for the lone star tick, which has the potential to create a range of problems for human, wildlife, ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Black-capped chickadees are known for their intelligence and memory, using their "chick-a-dee-dee" alarm call to convey different threat levels by adding more "dee" sounds.
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"The U.S. Department of Transportation released a review which found that nearly half of the truck driving schools in the U.S. are not complying with federal law."
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Thousands of truck driving schools risk closure over federal compliance violations
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A Wichita driving school is emphasizing the importance of legal training, and the impact of truck drivers on the U.S. economy.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Autumn leaves falling across campus signal that the end of the semester is in sight — and for Oklahoma State University students, that means one thing: it’s time for the annual leaf pile jump."
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With just two weeks left in the semester, students took a well-deserved break from finals prep and headed to Library Lawn, where OSU Landscaping Services unveiled this year’s giant leaf pile.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
