K-State Veterinarian Offers Tips for a Trick-Free Halloween for Pets
K-State veterinarian offers tips for a trick-free Halloween for pets Manhattan, KS— Treats and costumes are great for kids and adults, but a Kansas State University veterinarian says to take extra care with dogs and cats this Halloween. Susan Nelson, clinical professor at the university’s Veterinary Health Center, said one of the most important things […]
Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
Topeka, KS– The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued several public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae. A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or […]
K-State Plans Farm Transition Conferences in Three Locations
K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS– The Kansas State University Department of Agricultural Economics will be hosting three conferences to help farmers and ranchers plan for the transition of their farm to the next generation. The cost for the one-day Farm and Ranch Transition Conferences is $60 for those who register […]
Caring for House Plants During the Winter
“K-State’s Upham says house plants need less water and fertilizer during the winter”
KDWP to Receive $4.3 Million in Grants to Conserve At-risk Wildlife
Kansas City, Kan. – In an announcement made by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on Oct. 19, 2022, the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks will receive a portion of more than $66.7 million in matching grants to be distributed across 16 states and Guam in support of imperiled species. The grant dollars are […]
Free Workshops on Tap to Outline Pesticide Safety Procedures for Agriculture Workers
“Guidelines will help employers meet EPA’s Worker Protection Standard”
Cattle Chat: Bull Care After the Breeding Season
“K-State beef cattle experts share tips on managing the bulls in the fall”
What to Do With Those Falling Leaves and Pumpkin Seeds?
“After clearing lawn, use clippings for compost, says K-State horticulture expert”
Spiders for Halloween? Not Likely, says K-State Entomologist
By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news Manhattan, KS. – They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky. And all together ooky… But unlike the Addams Family of 1960s television fame, spiders are likely to be gone by Halloween. Kansas State University entomologist Jeff Whitworth says four spider species common to […]
Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
Topeka, KS– The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued several public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae. A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or […]