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In eastern Kansas, pasture is the most important livestock feed source. In systems with cool-season forages, a lack of forage may occur during the summer. Because cool- and warm-season grasses have different photosynthetic mechanisms, one option to extend the grazing … Continue reading →

By Ben Beckman As we kick off the new year, people often take time to look back on the past and make plans or resolutions for what’s to come. We can do our own planning for forage production in 2025 … Continue reading →

After “persistent” urging by NAFA, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) added a scenario to the 328 Practice for Conservation Crop Rotation to include alfalfa as a “Short-Term Perennial” option. [Note: KSFGC President Clayton Janicke serves on the NAFA Board] … Continue reading →

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Emma Briggs, Beef Production Systems, Hays Reducing hay waste is one of the simplest ways to improve the efficiency and profitability of cattle operations. Every operation is different, but the type of hay feeder you choose can significantly impact how … Continue reading →

Paul Beck, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Beef Cattle Nutrition Specialist Last week, I discussed that we can increased performance of growing calves on wheat pasture by providing a small amount of a concentrate supplement carrying an ionophore and minerals … Continue reading →

by: Colter Robinson, KSNT.com JUNCTION CITY (KSNT) – The sole round bale net wrap producer in the nation, located in Junction City, is ceasing operations after decades in business. 27 News spoke to UPU Industries Human Resources Manager Suzanne Deegan who confirmed the … Continue reading →

One of the most popular K-State Research and Extension publications is here! The 2025 K-State Chemical Weed Control Guide includes suggestions and guidelines for chemical weed control for field crops, pastures, rangeland, and noncropland, including product application rates and approximate … Continue reading →

New rules regarding pesticide applicator certification will be coming in to play in the future and the Kansas Department of Agriculture is providing the following update. STATEMENT The process is underway to make some changes to pesticide applicator certification requirements; … Continue reading →

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