Winter Annual Grass Control in Winter Wheat
Recent rains have brought a welcome boost to Kansas wheat, but also created ideal conditions for winter annual grasses. Cheatgrass, jointed goatgrass, feral rye, and others can compete with wheat and are often difficult to control. This article reviews effective herbicide options and cultural practices to help manage these weeds.
Color Banding on Seedling Wheat
Some Kansas wheat fields are showing streaks of yellow or purple on newly emerged plants. This color banding often appears after wide temperature swings in the fall. Learn what causes this pattern and what it could mean for young wheat growth.
Protect Your Soybeans Next Year: Test for Soybean Cyst Nematode After Harvest
Soybean cyst nematode (SCN) quietly costs Kansas producers bushels each year. Testing after harvest helps identify infestations early and guides management decisions that can protect profits. Learn where SCN is found in Kansas and how to submit samples for diagnostic testing.
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2025 Kansas Soybean Yield and Value Contest - Entries due Nov. 15
There is still time to enter the 2025 Kansas Soybean Yield and Value Contest! Kansas soybean producers are invited to showcase their best fields and compete for cash prizes and recognition. Entries are due Nov. 15, with top winners to be honored at the Kansas Soybean Celebration in Salina this January.
Share Your Input: Digital Ag and AI Survey for Farmers
Kansas farmers are invited to share their insights on digital agriculture and artificial intelligence (AI) in farming. This short survey will help identify opportunities, challenges, and resource needs as these technologies expand across the state. Participation is anonymous and takes less than 10 minutes.
Sorghum Connection Launches Second Year of Winter Educational Series
Sorghum Connection is back this winter with a fresh lineup of events across Central and Western Kansas! Join experts from K-State, the Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission, and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program for updates on forage management, weed control, yield strategies, and emerging technologies.