Thoughts on Calf Revenue

The air is now crisp in the morning, and it won’t be long before we see the glimmer of ice crystals in the water tank. Many producers are weaning and will be marketing calves in the coming weeks and months.

K-State aging expert urges Kansans to put advance health directive in place

No one, young or old, likes to have “the conversation.”   But Erin Yelland, the interim director of the Center on Aging at Kansas State University, says it’s critical that families talk openly about end-of-life decisions.   “It’s difficult,” Yelland said.

4-H Teaches Life Skills

The five Kansas 4-H Life Skills of a positive self-concept, an inquiring mind, a concern for the community, healthy interpersonal relationships and sound decision making represent the building blocks of the Kansas 4-H program.

50th Anniversary Celebration & Michael Martin Murphey Concert

Logan, KS - On Saturday, October 1, 2022, the Hansen Museum is celebrating 50 years of bringing art and culture to the people of Northwest Kansas with an afternoon celebration.

Anhydrous Ammonia Applications

Many producers are getting ready for fall anhydrous application. Some producers are applying anhydrous now to fields that will be planted to wheat. However very dry soils in many areas of Kansas can be a concern.

“Thank You Notes”

This is my last week with Extension, and I've been wrapping up all the "loose ends" that come with being in a job for almost 7 years. Going through binders and meeting notes, leaving messages for how to accomplish things next year, clearing out my desk clutter, and so much more.

Supplementation for Cattle During the Drought

Traditionally, when cowherd supplementation is discussed, we focus on meeting the protein needs of the cow, with the goal of maximizing forage intake by supplementing protein, the most limiting nutrient in dormant native forages.

Test to Prevent Nitrate and Prussic Acid Poisoning

Many Kansas cattle operations rely on some type of harvested feed to use in the winter months and common among those sources is forage sorghum, sorghum-sudangrass and sudan.

Thank-You 4-H Parents & Supporters!

County fairs in the Twin Creeks Extension District have come to a close. While it is always nice to check county fair off the list, I always enjoy another year of watching the youth showcase their exhibits that they invested so much of their time and energy into!

Let the Sun Shine In! at Sunflower Fair Tuesday, Sept. 20 in Salina

After two-years, the Sunflower Fair is back! Seniors, caregivers, and anyone who plans to celebrate more happy birthdays are invited!  It happens Tuesday, Sept. 20 at the Tony’s Pizza Events Center from 8 am to 4 pm in Salina. Cost is $20 before September 10 and $25 after this date.