Caring for Christmas Cacti in the Winter
By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS— A popular houseplant known for its colorful flowers, the Christmas cacti (Schlumbergera bridgesii) should begin to bloom just in time for Christmas festivities. Christmas cacti and other epiphytic plants are native to South American jungles and grow on other plants for support, said […]
Yep, it Needs Said Again, Shop Local. Here’s Why.
Manhattan, KS- It is estimated that about 20% of retail sales each year are a result of the Christmas shopping season. This means there is a lot of money changing hands this time of year. If I can make a suggestion, let’s try to spend those dollars close to home and shop at our locally-owned […]
Hometown Legend John Hadl Passes Away at 82
Lawerence, KS- John Hadl, a homegrown football legend at the University of Kansas who went on to become a professional football star, passed away Wednesday morning. He was 82-years-old. Hadl made a name for himself at Lawrence High School as an all-state halfback for the football team and as a centerfielder for the baseball team. […]
KDA Participates in Beef Genetics Trade Mission to Mexico
Manhattan, KS — The Kansas Department of Agriculture partnered with the U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (USLGE) along with the Idaho, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, and Tennessee departments of agriculture to participate in a trade mission to Mexico on October 25-28, 2022. Participants of the trade mission were Kansas cattlemen Dirck Hoagland of J&N Ranch, […]
Holiday Tips: Save Time By Freezing Yeast Bread and Cookie Dough
K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS — The holiday season can get busy, and being able to prepare yeast bread dough ahead of time and freeze it for later use could save time, said Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee. Blakeslee said preparing and freezing yeast bread dough must go […]
A Hotter, Drier Future Could Change How We Eat, How We Breathe and Where We Get Our Water
“Think of this year’s drought as a sort of dress rehearsal to consider the drier, hotter future that scientists predict climate change has in store. Long-lasting droughts could alter the way we live.”
Cattle Chat: Preventing Vitamin A Deficiency
“Because of the regional drought, K-State experts say cattle need to be managed to prevent vitamin A deficiency “
Exploring Data-Rich Maps in Riley County
Riley County, KS- Last week, Governor Kelly proclaimed November 16 as GIS day in Kansas, recognizing that use and application of geospatial technology is crucial to operating our infrastructure, sustaining our natural resources, and stimulating economic growth. Although we benefit from the work of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) departments across the nation, most of what they […]
Osage Students Talk to Stars: Students to Hear from NASA Astronaut Nicole Mann Aboard Space Station
Osage Nation, OK- Osage Nation students will have the opportunity to hear from crew members aboard the International Space Station. Astronauts will answer questions from students at Daposka Ahnkodapi, the Osage Nation Language Immersion School, and Osage students from the community at a LIVE event on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at the Osage County Fairgrounds, […]
Kansas Farm Bureau to hold 104th annual meeting in Manhattan Dec. 3-5
Manhattan, KS— Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) will celebrate its 104th annual meeting Dec. 3-5 in Manhattan. “I’m excited we will be gathering again to conduct the work of the state’s largest general farm organization,” says Rich Felts, president of Kansas Farm Bureau. “I’m so glad I’ll get to celebrate with our members, county Farm Bureaus and friends from across […]