Effect of cold temperatures on field peas
Field peas are an emerging alternative crop for producers in northern Kansas. What effect, if any, does a spring frost have on field peas? Northwest Area Agronomist, Lucas Haag, offers his advice about this cool-season legume.
Winter agronomy series features alternative crops for southwest and south central Kansas
K-State Research and Extension is hosting a series of winter schools in southwest and south central focusing on three alternative crops - winter canola, camelina, and cowpea. Program topics will address production considerations and marketing opportunities for these crops. Locations and dates can be found in this article.
Winter Agronomy Series features alternative crops for southwest and south central Kansas
K-State Research and Extension is hosting a series of winter schools in southwest and south central focusing on three alternative crops - winter canola, camelina, and cowpea. Program topics will address production considerations and marketing opportunities for these crops.
Alternative Crops Meetings Planned for January 14–15
Kansas producers are invited to attend Alternative Crops sessions on Jan. 14–15, focused on agronomic, marketing, and logistics considerations for emerging crops in western Kansas. Crops include winter canola, industrial hemp, and winter durum wheat.