Be aware of herbicide spray drift in wheat
This article will explore glyphosate injury and discuss other types of wheat injury that could be caused by off-target movement of some herbicides that may be used during the early summer months. There are also tips for reducing the chance of spray drift if you are spraying near a wheat field.
Kansas Mesonet Animal Comfort Tool monitors current and forecasted livestock conditions
Summer brings heat, often amplified by humidity. When heat stress develops with hot, sunny, and humid conditions, increased proactive steps are required to avoid potential illness in livestock. The Kansas Mesonet has an Animal Comfort Tool that tracks current heat stress values with real-time data and looks ahead at the 7-day forecast.
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Average Precipitation Distribution: A Kansas Climate Primer
This article discusses the different precipitation patterns in Kansas. The change in average precipitation for different regions of Kansas is based on several factors, including topography and time of year. Learn more about how precipitation varies and why in this article.
2024 Kansas Wheat Plot Tours - Updated Schedule
A few more Kansas Wheat Plot Tours remain on the schedule. Check out the list and find one near you! You can learn about new wheat varieties, their agronomics, and their disease reactions. New plot tours have been added since last week's eUpdate.
K-State TAPS Technology Field Day - June 20 in Colby
Everyone is encouraged to attend the TAPS Technology Field Day to witness this exciting real-world farming competition and learn about the technology used in sustainable agricultural water management. Attendees will meet the farmers, industry professionals, and researchers working to conserve the Ogallala Aquifer and sustain a strong agricultural economy in western Kansas.