Video: Kansas Animal Health Commissioner Urges Vigilance Toward Avian Flu
“Having (this virus) in the state now heightens the need for us to do the right thing,” Smith said.
Ten Rules for Planting Trees
“Right tree, right site is important, says K-State horticulture expert”
Cimarron National Grassland Plans Prescribed Burning for Areas in Morton County
“Fire is a natural occurrence that many ecosystems rely on to function in a healthy manner,” said Acting Cimarron National Grassland District Ranger Jeff Outhier.”
Study Places Value on Differences in Growth and Economics Between Barrows, Gilts
“Gilts are associated with 5.9% lower average daily gain, 11.4% lower average daily feed intake and 4.3% better feed efficiency compared to barrows,” said Faccin, who came to K-State from Brazil.”
Garden to Plate: Food Safety for School and Community Gardens
“Because gardening is an effective strategy for healthier food consumption, the number of school and community gardens is increasing across the state of Kansas. However, fresh produce has also been linked to outbreaks of foodborne illness.”
KDWP Cautions Light Goose Hunters to Be Vigilant as Avian Influenza Cases Rise
“Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is carried by ducks, geese and shorebirds and presents itself differently in different species,” said Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) wildlife disease coordinator Shane Hesting.”
Cattle Chat: Researchers Test Industrial Hemp as a Potential Feed Source for Cattle
“K-State beef cattle scientists study hemp’s palatability, digestibility”
USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in Backyard Flock in Kansas
“The Kansas Department of Agriculture is working closely with USDA–APHIS on a joint incident response. KDA officials quarantined the affected premises, and birds on the property will be depopulated to prevent the spread of the disease.”
Keeping Lead in its Place
“K-State researcher aims to reduce risk of lead exposure in Kansas City area”
Planting Taters? Window of opportunity opens in mid-March
“K-State horticulture expert says seed potatoes will produce best results”