Final irrigation of the growing season - Timing is everything
As the end of the growing season approaches, producers can improve their water productivity by correctly timing their final irrigation application. Early termination can lead to reduced yields. Late termination results in unnecessary pumping and energy consumption, increases the risk of soil compaction, and drains the soil profile going into winter.
Cereal rye control in wheat
Cereal rye can provide excellent weed suppression as a cover crop; however, it should be handled carefully. Cereal rye can be introduced into a wheat field by contamination of various field equipment. Chemical control in wheat is limited to herbicide-tolerant varieties; therefore, preventing its introduction into wheat fields is critical.
Sorghum (sugarcane) aphids: A declining threat in Kansas
Sorghum (formerly sugarcane) aphids continue to decline as a threat to grain sorghum in Kansas. While region-wide biological control is now effectively maintaining populations below the economic threshold in the vast majority of fields, late-planted sorghum is at a higher risk of colonization.
Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2024 is now available
The Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2024 (formerly called Wheat Variety Disease and Insect Ratings) from K-State Research and Extension has been released for this year. It includes information on agronomic characteristics, disease, and pest resistance, as well as profiles that highlight some more common or new varieties in Kansas.
Introducing the new Kansas State Climatologist website
The Office of the Kansas State Climatologist has launched an enhanced version of its website. This platform is an integrated, comprehensive resource for Kansas citizens, particularly oriented toward state agencies, farmers, and stakeholders. It provides reliable climate information to support agricultural and environmental decision-making.
2024 Kansas Soybean Yield and Value Contest
All soybean farmers in Kansas are encouraged to enter their competitive soybean crop into the Kansas Soybean Yield Contest. The statewide Kansas Soybean Value Contest, which analyzes protein, oil, and other soybean qualities, is also open for entries. The Kansas Soybean Association has implemented important date changes for the 2024 contests. Learn more in this article.
Western Kansas Fall Field Days: August 27-29
Don't miss the Western Kansas Fall Field Days! A series of three programs will take place in late August in Hays (Aug. 27), Tribune (Aug. 28), and Garden City (Aug. 29). These events are open to the public and free to attend, and a meal will be provided at each location.