2025 Kansas training information for paraquat
This article answers frequently asked questions about the paraquat dichloride training for certified applicators. All products with the new labeling with the active ingredient paraquat dichloride, such as Gramoxone, Firestorm, Helmquat, and Parazone, will require additional training in order to apply these products.
Agricultural Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage elections with Farm Service Agency
Producers have until April 15, 2025, to make their farm program selections for crops to be harvested in 2025. Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) are offering higher price benchmarks this year, as historical prices setting these guarantees have been higher. Learn more in this article.
Kansas Drought Update and Climate Report for February 12-18
This last week featured two significant storms and two intrusions of Arctic Air for Kansas. The first storm brought snow to the entire state. The week ended with bitterly cold wind chills. The 7-day average temperature for Kansas was 16 degrees below normal. Are warmer temperatures coming?
K-State Crop Talk webinar series
The next Crop Talk webinar is scheduled for noon on Tuesday, February 25. The featured speaker is Dr. Deepak Joshi, who will present information on leveraging precision ag tools. Registration information is included in this article. There are only three more Crop Talks left. Check out this popular series!
Save the Date for Wheat Rx seminars in Salina and Colby
Save the date to attend a Wheat Rx seminar near you! The first seminar was rescheduled due to winter weather. The new date is March 11, and the seminar will take place in Salina. The second event is set for March 12 in Colby. Registration is open for both seminars. Check out this article for more details.
Updated: Kansas Agricultural Technology Conference - March 7 in Clay Center
The Kansas Agricultural Research and Technology Association (KARTA) and the KSRE River Valley District are collaborating to put on a "Wild" KATCON in Clay Center, KS, on Friday, March 7. There will be numerous presentations, divided between K-State Extension Specialists and farmer/industry researchers. Don't miss the keynote speaker, Dr. Wes Lowe.