Category Archives: Hay Clippings Blog

KSU ENTOMOLOGY – Very small alfalfa weevil larvae were first detected on April 5, 2019 in north central Kansas. Every field sampled had at least one newly hatched larva. There were not enough to sample for a treatment threshold as … Continue reading →

USDA-FAS – Global Agricultural Information Network (GAIN) Reports – Presenters at the 2018 China Forage Conference noted that China is seeking to balance domestic forage production, imports and environmental protection goals, while also maintaining meat, poultry and dairy production. At this … Continue reading →

04-09-19 Kansas Hay Market Report FINAL

KSU EXTENSION AGRONOMY eUpdate – Cattle should be removed from wheat pastures when the crop reaches first hollow stem (FHS). Grazing past this stage can severely affect wheat yields (for a full explanation, please refer to the eUpdate article “Optimal … Continue reading →

04-02-19 Hay Report FINAL

KGLC – Learn more about rangeland management in a friendly setting with other ranchers, land managers, range management students and natural resource professionals. You can register at KGLC.org for the schools which cost $350 per student which covers room, board … Continue reading →

03-26-19 Hay Report FINAL

MANHATTAN – The Manhattan Plant Materials Center (PMC), 3800 South 20th Street, Manhattan, Kansas will hold a Plot Tour, Thursday, May 2, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Seeking Vegetative Solutions to Conservation Problems 8:30 – 9:00 a.m.        Registration … Continue reading →

MANHATTAN – Cattle should be removed from wheat pastures when the crop reaches first hollow stem (FHS). Grazing past this stage can severely affect wheat yields (for a full explanation, please refer to a previous eUpdate article “Optimal time to … Continue reading →

KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY – The Kansas Pasture Survey is on, and your input is very important! This survey enables us to distribute aggregate information on all types of pasture use and practices, including leasing rates and fencing rates. Completion of … Continue reading →