Recent Water Testing by KDHE Shows Decrease of Contaminants in Washington County Streams Caused by Oil Spill
Topeka, KS- The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announced today that results from recent water testing on Mill Creek show a decrease in the concentration of contaminants over time and a downward trend in contaminants on Little Blue River. KDHE has been sampling the water in Mill Creek, located in Washington County, following […]
The Kansas Legislature has the State’s $2 Billion Surplus to Wrangle Over This Year
Topeka, KS — Kansas lawmakers return to the Statehouse today with more than $2 billion in loose change to fight over. How the Legislature’s Republican leaders and Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly want to use that money could define the 2023 legislative session. While Kelly calls for cutting some taxes, she’s also proposing funding increases in […]
Preparation is Key to a Successful Calving Season
K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS— Kansas State University veterinarian Gregg Hanzlicek said being prepared ahead of calving season is the best way for producers to assure they will bring home the newborn calves successfully. “We’re approaching the end of the second trimester and moving into the third trimester which means […]
AG Derek Schmidt Urges U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Ohio Case Over Regulation of Railroad Traffic
Topeka, KS – Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to grant Ohio’s petition for writ of certiorari in a case that could give states the authority to regulate railroad traffic and improve public safety, particularly at blocked crossings. Schmidt recently joined an amicus brief alongside a coalition of states supporting Ohio’s […]
Kansas Net Farm Income Holding Steady in ’22, but Next Year Could be Tougher
By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS. – A Kansas State University agricultural economist says farm income in Kansas has remained “pretty good” in 2022 despite the rising cost of doing business. But Greg Ibendahl says farmers should be cautious heading into 2023 as the combined effects of weather […]
FCC Issues Public Call to Review Broadband Data by Jan. 13
The Federal Communications Commission has updated its national broadband service map with a detailed list of internet providers available at both household and business locations. The Oklahoma Broadband Office strongly encourages the public to review the map for accuracy and submit challenges to the data if needed by Jan. 13, 2023. Challenge information collected through Jan. 13 […]
Calving Schools Planned
Manhattan, KS– In anticipation of calving season, Kansas State University Animal Sciences and Industry and K-State Research and Extension are planning on a series of calving schools in January. The program will outline overall calving management that includes stages of the normal calving process as well as tips to handle difficult calving situations. A.J. Tarpoff, […]
Budgeting for the Winter Holidays
By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS— The beginning of the winter holiday season has begun, filled with food, family, friends and fun. Kansas State University personal financial planning specialist Elizabeth Kiss says that as celebrations are planned, it is important to consider the mental and financial stresses of the […]
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”
Safety on the Farm: Rollover Protection Structures Save Lives, says K-State Official
K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS– A Kansas State University official says a program that offers rebates to farmers could help “close the gap” on more Kansans installing safety kits on tractors and other equipment – and more importantly, save lives. Tawnie Larson, state coordinator of the Rollbars, Rollover Protection Structures […]