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Sericea lespedeza is a major invasive species of concern on rangeland, pasture, and some CRP acres in Kansas. This Category C noxious weed infests over 465,000 acres in Kansas as of 2022. The species is primarily found in the southeastern … Continue reading →

In this issue… Ideal Triticale Harvest Timing Depends on Your Production Goal Summer Board Meeting Set for June 20 High Plains Journal Live NAFA Member Discount House Ag Committee: Farm Safety Net Provisions – Alfalfa Opportunity Managing Alfalfa in Drought … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light, trade was moderate, and prices were steady, on limited test. There have been no new crop contracts made, as everyone seems to be holding out for test results and an increase in supply. Grass … Continue reading →

As part of our overall mission to strengthen the industry, the KSFGC Awards Program plays a key role by recognizing those individuals or groups providing leadership and making outstanding efforts, innovations and/or contributions to the Kansas Forage Industry. Nominations are … Continue reading →

Forages—both native and tame—cover approximately 40% of Kansas and are essential to the state’s cattle industry. Yet, despite their widespread use and importance, forage systems receive relatively limited research funding, particularly when it comes to management practices. To better understand … Continue reading →

Alfalfa weevils cause much loss prior to the first cutting every year, whether from actual defoliation due to feeding, the cost of control to mitigate that feeding loss, or both. However, this voracious feeding period occurs only in the spring … Continue reading →

Paul Beck, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Beef Cattle Nutrition Specialist Annual clovers offer significant benefits to forage systems across Oklahoma, including improved forage quality, extended grazing seasons, and reduced fertilizer costs. These legumes naturally fix atmospheric nitrogen, enhancing soil … Continue reading →

This past week, demand was light, trade was slow, and prices were steady, on limited test. New crop pricing remains elusive, while new crop hay is ready to hit the ground in some locations and with the warmer temps and … Continue reading →

Selecting Summer Annual Forages By Jerry Volesky It is close to the ideal time to plant a summer annual grass, maybe to replenish your hay supply or have some extra grazing. Which one will you plant?  Choosing a summer forage can … Continue reading →

Old World Bluestem (OWB) is a name collectively used to refer to Caucasian bluestem [Bothriochloa bladhii (Retz.) S.T. Blake] and various cultivars of yellow bluestem [Bothriochloa ischaemum (L.) Keng] including Turkestan bluestem and King Ranch bluestem. These plants are aggressive and prolific seed producers. … Continue reading →