Flickner Innovation Farm Field Day - August 10
The Flickner Innovation Farm is hosting a field day on Aug. 10 to highlight current work by local producers, national and state industry members, and Kansas State University researchers to effectively manage weeds through technology and precision ag management strategies. The event is free and lunch will be provided.
Updated publication on nitrates and groundwater now available
Nitrate is a common contaminant in groundwater. Groundwater with excessive nitrate contamination can have immediate and long-term health effects. This publication addresses the drinking water nitrate standard, water testing, nitrate sources, reducing nitrate contamination risk, and groundwater treatment methods.
Private wells in Kansas: Safe location and maintenance guidelines
Water supply to rural residences and agricultural operations without rural or public water systems is usually obtained from a private well or surface water supply. Information about constructing a well in a safe location and maintenance guidelines for existing wells can be found in two recently updated publications from K-State Research and Extension.