White Specks May be Indication of Pine Needle Pest
By Taylor Jamison, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS – White specks on pine needles may appear inconspicuous, but are actually a type of pest called scales, said Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham. “Pine needle scale is an armored scale that is found across the United States but especially […]
Cattle Chat: Benefits of Confirming Early Pregnancy in Heifers
By Lisa Moser, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS — Many hopeful parents eagerly watch for the result on a home pregnancy test because they know that answer will likely influence personal choices of the mother in her nutrition and how she cares for herself and her baby. The sooner the couple […]
Protect Horses by Scouting Alfalfa for Blister Beetles
By Gail Ellis Stillwater, OK. – Oklahoma producers, especially those in the northeastern part of the state, should watch out for blister beetles in their alfalfa this summer. If a horse eats a blister beetle when snacking on alfalfa hay, the consequences can be deadly. “The one we really need to worry about is the […]
Masonic Charity Foundation sponsors 4-H Youth Leadership Summit with $25,000 donation
“The $25,000 donation was used to offset expenses of conducting the summit.”
OSU Scientists Revolutionizing Legume Genetic Research
“Over the last 16 years, we have distributed more than 15,000 lines of this collection to scientists at more than 150 research organizations in about 28 countries,” Wen said. “It increases OSU’s impact reach because people now acknowledge they received that material from the university.”
Rep. Mann Reacts to USITC Ruling on Fertilizer Imports from Trinidad and Tobago
“Today, the U.S. International Trade Commission rejected imposing final duties on urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) in its determination that anti-dumping activity surrounding UAN fertilizers in Trinidad and Tobago did not harm the U.S. fertilizer industry.”
K-State Horticulture Expert Outlines Plan for Conserving Water in the Home Landscape
“Patton says homeowners should aim for one inch of water per week “
Cybersecurity on the Farm
“K-State agricultural economist says cybersecurity depends on location, risk preference”
Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
“ These toxins can be absorbed by ingestion, inhalation of aerosols and even skin contact.”
Tomato Cracking: Is It Preventable?
“Choose different varieties to prevent common problem, says K-State expert “