Prescribed burning workshops scheduled for 2020
K-State, in cooperation with other agencies, are conducting Prescribed Burning Workshops during February and into early March. These workshops bring together presenters from state and federal agencies.
Control options for roughleaf dogwood and smooth sumac
Two common brush species native to Kansas and widely spread across the state are roughleaf dogwood and smooth sumac. These shrubs can produce clumps that will shade out and reduce forage production. Be on the lookout for these shrubs and implement a control plan if needed.
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Range Management Lectureship features speaker on non-traditional application of fire - Nov. 7
Dr. John Weir will present the 23rd annual Kling Anderson Range Science Lectureship on Tuesday, November 7, at 3:30 p.m. on K-State’s Manhattan campus. The title of Weir’s lecture is “Burning Outside the Box.” This lecture is free and open to the public. The Kling Anderson Lectureship was established to enhance training in Range and Forage Management at Kansas State University.
Forage risk management and PRF insurance
Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage (PRF) insurance is a tool for managing rainfall or drought risk. While individual producer experience varies, PRF has made substantial payouts during drought years. This article summarizes three concerns about whether PRF will cover actual forage losses and two approaches to consider.