Cereal rye control in wheat
Cereal rye can be an excellent cover crop for weed suppression, but it can also become a troublesome contaminant in wheat fields. Learn how to identify cereal rye, prevent its introduction, and manage it with cultural practices or herbicide-tolerant wheat varieties.
Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2025 now available
Variety selection is one of the most important decisions that a grower can make to ensure success on their farm. The Kansas Wheat Variety Guide 2025 from K-State Research and Extension has now been released for this year. Check out this important resource as you get ready for wheat planting!
Strategic and occasional tillage as a management tactic in long-term no-tillage systems
No-tillage farming preserves soil and improves water storage, but herbicide-resistant and perennial weeds are making long-term NT challenging in western Kansas. Learn how strategic and occasional tillage can help manage tough weeds while maintaining soil properties and crop yields.
Final irrigation of the growing season - Timing is everything
As the irrigation season wraps up, proper timing of the final irrigation is critical for maintaining yields while minimizing water and energy waste. Learn how to match crop water use with soil moisture measurements and growth stages for corn, sorghum, soybeans, and dry beans.
Strong winter canola yields were observed in Kansas in 2025
Winter canola yields were strong at most Kansas testing sites in 2025, thanks to ideal flowering temperatures and timely rainfall. Yields were particularly high at northern Kansas sites, while hybrids generally outyielded open-pollinated varieties. Variety selection remains key for successful production.
Different types of drones used in precision agriculture
From mapping and scouting to spraying and seeding, drones are transforming farm management. Learn the strengths, limitations, and ideal uses of multirotor, fixed-wing, hybrid, and operational drones to match the right technology with your operation.
World of Weeds: Ground cherry species
Groundcherries are becoming more common in Kansas pastures, hay fields, and rights-of-way. Several perennial species occur in the state. Learn how to identify these look-alike plants, understand their growth habits, and explore management options in the latest World of Weeds feature.
Western Kansas Fall Field Day Plus - Garden City, August 21
Join the Southwest Research-Extension Center in Garden City on Aug. 21 for research tours, industry displays, lunch, and a groundwater panel on Ogallala aquifer sustainability. Topics include weed management, cropping systems, forage trials, cotton production, and irrigation technology.
Western Kansas Fall Field Day - Hays, August 26
Join the K-State Agricultural Research Center in Hays on Aug. 26 for field tours, tech demos, and research updates focused on western Kansas agriculture. Topics include precision weed control, forage rotations, livestock integration, nitrogen management, and drought-tolerant crops.
Upcoming pre-plant wheat schools across Kansas
K-State Research and Extension will host pre-plant wheat schools Aug. 20 in Great Bend, Aug. 25 in McPherson, and Aug. 27 in Kingman. Each program includes a meal and timely updates from K-State specialists on wheat varieties, disease management, and production practices.
Pre-plant winter canola meeting - August 26
Don't miss the winter canola pre-plant meeting set for August 26 near Hutchinson, KS. This informative session is designed for growers and anyone interested in winter canola production. The event will begin at 10:30 a.m., with a catered lunch provided following the meeting.
K-State Regenerative Agriculture Field Day - September 11
All are invited to attend the K-State Regenerative Agriculture Field Day on Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Knopf Farms near Gypsum. The program will feature on-farm research results exploring how cover crops influence soil health, nutrient management, and pest management.
Wheat Rx Preplant Seminar - August 20 in Pratt
There's still time to register for the Wheat Rx Preplant Seminar on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, in Pratt, Kansas. This educational event is hosted by K-State Research and Extension and Kansas Wheat and will cover critical topics to support wheat management decisions ahead of the 2025-26 planting season.