Swooping Kites on the Ccampus of Fort Hays State University
“Statistics provided by the Department of Fishery and Wildlife Biology at Colorado State University indicate that instances of aggressive swoop attacks by kites occur at less than 20% of nesting sites. It turns out that at least one of our winged summer guests is among that 20% of more aggressive kites.”
Cattle Chat: K-State Vets Caution Producers About Stressed Plants, Pasture Toxins
“Prussic acid, nitrate poisoning can be caused by weather or environment”
Midge, Sorghum Aphid Found in Kansas
“But cases are sparse, say local extension agents”
K-State Faculty Member Honored for Wildlife Work
“Ahlers named Fellow by The Wildlife Society”
K-State Official Urges Drivers to be Alert in Rural Areas
“Planting, harvesting means more farm vehicles likely to be on roads”
Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
“KDHE investigates publicly-accessible bodies of water for blue-green algae when the agency receives reports of potential algae blooms in Kansas lakes. Based on credible field observation and sampling results, KDHE reports on potentially harmful conditions. “
Are You Ready (To Be Picked)?
“K-State horticulture expert provides guidelines on when to pick apples”
Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Bethany Wallin, Pivotal Health & Wellness
““From a young age, community involvement through 4-H, school and sports planted the desire to volunteer and serve,” Wallin said. She earned her bachelors degree in Life Science from K-State and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Kansas Medical Center.”
Cattle Chat: Monitoring for Summer Pneumonia in Calves
“Signs of pneumonia in calves include rapid breathing, laying down and being reluctant to rise, and having a high temperature,” said veterinarian Bob Larson. “These calves may also stray behind the rest of the herd due to difficulty breathing.”
Researchers Find Way to Improve Nitrogen Uptake in Field-Grown Maize
“Study indicates boost for yields, environment”