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Horticulture 2023 Newsletter
Horticulture 2023 Newsletter
No. 16 April 25, 2023
https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/info-center/newsletters/index.html
Blog Post: http://www.ksuhortnewsletter.org
Video of the Week: How to Sharpen a Mower Blade
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REMINDERS
Do not remove foliage from spring-flowering bulbs until...
Study: Rising temps, drought likely to increase incidence of aflatoxin in corn
Researchers estimate losses to triple by 2040 under current trends
April 17, 2023
By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Researchers at...
Ten Rules for Planting Trees
Before you begin spring landscaping, here are some tips on planting trees.
1. Select the right tree for the site. To avoid serious problems, choose...
Buying firewood? Knowing heat values could aid your choice
Not all firewood is created equal.
That’s the word from Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham, who said the wood from some tree species...
K-State entomologist explains how to safely remove nests
Taylor Jamison
K-State Research and Extension news service
A common problem many homeowners face is wasps taking up residence in their walls. Kansas State University entomologist...
How to Pick a Ripe Melon
Telling when a melon is ready to be harvested can be a challenge, or it may be quite easy. It all depends on the...
Winter Bird Feeding
Ward Upham
KSRE
Severe winter weather is not only hard on people but can be a life and death struggle for birds. Though birds also require...
K-State beef expert lauds cool-season grasses, cover crops for grazing
Shelby Varner
K-State Research and Extension news
Kansas State University beef systems specialist Jaymelynn Farney knows that every cattle producer has different herds and goals, but...
K-State: Cover crops reduce erosion, fertilizer management cuts phosphorus losses from farm fields
‘Tis the season to start thinking about decking the halls with holiday décor, which may include some of the season’s most colorful flowers.
“Now is...
Kansas 4-H leader urges youth to set goals now for summer projects
Kansas 4-H youth development specialist Amy Sollock understands very well the excitement that goes along with displaying projects at the county and state fairs...