Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Lee Pitts

What Most Kansas Residents Don’t Realize About Robins in Their Backyard Soil

Kansas landscapes are shaped by the constant presence of American robins, yet their behavior is often reduced to a simple image: a bird hopping...

The Circle of Life

Someone once suggested I write a column on “When wild animals encroach on your yard and eat stuff they shouldn’t.” Welcome to spring in...

Tree buyback program offers free replacements for invasive Callery Pear removal

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansans who remove invasive Callery pear trees from their property will have an opportunity this spring to receive a free native...

Milking potential How finding K-State dairy redefined Carson Corwin’s career path

Ask Carson Corwin about the importance of dairy science, and he'll talk until the cows come home. When Corwin first arrived at K-State as an...

Managing calf scours

K-State beef cattle experts discuss management strategies to reduce calf illness during calving season. Managing calf scours starts with prevention and early intervention, according to...

Radishes: A root awakening

Radishes are great on salads, but many people don’t know they can also be used as a substitute for potatoes. Besides being versatile in...

How to donate homegrown produce to a food shelf

Food shelves are vital resources for keeping our communities nourished. As a gardener, you can positively contribute to your community by donating fresh produce...

K-State extension to hold youth tractor safety training

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas State University Extension is offering a Youth Tractor Safety Training course in Hutchinson next month, providing young people with required...

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