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According to the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), for the week ending August 3, 2025, Kansas pasture and range conditions rated 4% very poor, 8% poor, 20% fair, 55% good, and 13% excellent. The 68% in the combined good/excellent category … Continue reading →

Plan ahead: Allow time for lime applications for alfalfa production Correcting acidic soil conditions with lime application can significantly impact crop yields, especially for alfalfa. Acidic soils can significantly reduce nodule establishment and activity in alfalfa, affecting nitrogen status and … Continue reading →

K-State researchers are employing aerial data and precision mapping in their mission to understand and manage the rapid spread of woody plants across the Great Plains. Known as woody encroachment, the transformation of open grasslands into shrub and tree-dominated landscapes … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light, trade was slow to moderate, and prices were steady. Rain across the state continues to hamper hay harvest, but many are thankful for the rain, as it has saved their corn and sudan. Overall, … Continue reading →

In this issue… NRCS Short-Term Perennial Payment Option – Signup by August 1 FY26 Appropriations Bills Mention Alfalfa Over 20 Times NAFA’s Alfalfa Checkoff Now Accepting Proposals Forage Crop Insurance Deadlines Right Around the Corner Summer Seeding Alfalfa – Advantages … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light, trade was slow to moderate, and prices were steady. A little more grass hay moved this past week, with a slight uptick in demand. Rain across the state continues to hamper hay harvest and … Continue reading →

Do you have a forage presentation that you would like to present at AFGC 2026?  If so, please complete the call for presentations form to be considered for a slot.  This is required for both volunteer oral presentations and poster … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light, trade was moderate, and prices were steady, on limited test as producers have been busy in the fields. Hot, muggy and humid weather seems to be the current trend, with the southwest continuing to … Continue reading →

Woodson County Prescribed Burn Plan Training Juiy, 30, 2025 5:00 PM Woodson county Rural Fire Department 809 West Mary Yates Center, KS Register by July 23, 2025 at https://www.kglc.org/calendar-of-events.cfm?t=events&i=6096 No cost. Ready to take control of your grasslands? Learn the … Continue reading →