Stop Making Excuses and Start To Grow

Reset!!! Stop making excuses and start to grow! Dr. Tim Elmore, founder and CEO of Growing Leaders, shares his thoughts about studies conducted by scientists and psychologists that reveal so much of our growth and ability is in our control.

ARC/PLC Decisions for 2023

Article written by: Robin Reid, K-State Research and Extension Agricultural Economist Farmers are now entering the last election decision of the 2018 Farm Bill before a new farm bill is developed by September 2023, or an extension of the current farm bill is passed.

Design Your Landscape

Rachael Brooke - Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent, Agriculture and Natural Resources  The dark, cold days of winter are a good time to dream and plan for the upcoming growing season. Have you always wanted to landscape your home but didn’t know where to start?

KSU NC/NW “Virtual” Agronomy Series RETURNS starting in February 2023

Keith VanSkike - Twin Creeks Extension District, Agronomy & Natural Resources Agent Northwest Extension Districts and counties of K-State Research and Extension again will be hosting an ONLINE agronomy series, “Crop Talk”, slated to begin Tuesday, February 7 through Tuesday, February 28, which...

Norton County Community Foundation to Hire an Executive Director

Norton, Kansas, January 2023 – Norton County Community Foundation (NCCF) will be hiring a new Executive Director, following the announcement of Melinda Davis’s resignation.

“Building Self Confidence”

Here is an article I would like to share with you written by fellow K-State Research and Extension Agent, Michelle Beran, from the Midway Extension District. No matter where you live, raising young people who become confident, independent adults that care about their communities is a great goal.

Fall-Proofing Your Home

Six out of every 10 falls happen at home, where we spend much of our time and tend to move around without thinking about our safety. There are many changes you can make to your home that will help you avoid falls and ensure your safety.

Beef Cattle Management Considerations for February 2023

Cowherd management -Target Body Condition Score (BCS) at calving for spring calving cows: 5 for mature cows and 6 for young females. Be ready to start your post calving nutrition program for spring‐calving cows.

KSU Crop Nutrient Management Update Meetings

With fertilizer prices continuing to be a significant input cost and the availability issues, it is increasingly important for producers to properly manage their agricultural inputs.

The Problem with Choices

Decisions! Life is all about choices! According to Dr. Tim Elmore, founder of Growing Leaders, Americans have valued freedom since the beginning of our nation. We believe the “land of opportunity” implies we get to choose precisely how we live our lives. We love options!