Got Milk? Kansas Dairies Say Yes, and Plenty Of It
“Industry’s growth gets boost from extension, research at K-State”
Cattle Chat: Forages, Time of Year Influence Mineral Supplementation
“K-State beef cattle experts recommend turning to local experts for advice on supplementing cow’s diets”
Change in Seasons? There’s Still Work in the Garden
K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS— With a change of seasons, Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham said there are some important factors to consider when taking care of your home garden Knotweed Control “Knotweed is an annual that germinates in late February or early March,” Upham said. “So a […]
Hearing Loss Common in Farming, Can be Prevented
By Maddy Rohr, K-state Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. — Natural hearing loss comes with age, but exposure to a loud environment — common in agriculture — can cause noise-induced hearing loss, said a pair of Kansas State University safety experts. Loud machinery, equipment and even animals can play a role in hearing […]
Idabel, OK Tornado Residents Receive Help from Local Non-Profit
Idabel, OK- Any disaster is scary, but what comes after it unites one and all. The National Weather Service upgraded the Idabel, Oklahoma tornado that tore through McCurtain County on Friday, November 4th to an EF-4, the first EF-4 since May 2016. Idabel has a population of about 7,000 people and can be found in […]
Recycled Tire Gardens Yield Learning Experiences
Stillwater, OK– A Hughes County recycled tire garden project has been recognized as a finalist for the Keep Oklahoma Beautiful Environmental Excellence award. The program focuses on teaching Choctaw Nation youth and adults to grow and market culturally relevant crops. KOB has recognized and rewarded Oklahomans for their environmental efforts for 32 years. The recycled […]
Protect Trees and Shrubs from Rabbits this Winter
“K-State horticulture expert offers tips to prevent rabbits from nibbling on newly planted trees and shrubs”
Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission To Hold Last Meeting of 2022
Kansas City, KS– The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission will hold its last public meeting of 2022 on November 17. The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. with an introduction of Commissioners and guests, a review of agenda items, approval of past minutes, and public comment on items not listed on the agenda. Kansas Department […]
Holiday Blooms Need to be Planted Soon
“Popular amaryllis known to bloom 3-4 times during the season”
Cattle Chat: Unexpected Cow Death Questions Answered
“K-State beef cattle veterinarians explain a blood-borne disease that can afflict herds in the fall”