Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Agriculture

K-State lab can now analyze forage samples

Lab services have been expanded to include forage, grain testing MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State University’s Analytical Lab has expanded its services and can now...

Sub-zero temperatures may have damaged Kansas wheat

Dry conditions put crop at even greater risk, but time will tell MANHATTAN, Kan. – The recent, stubborn cold spell that settled over the heartland...

Wheat Scoop: Greenhouse expansion provides home to additional wheat researchers

  The warm orange glow of the greenhouses at the Kansas Wheat Innovation Center (KWIC) provide a welcoming nightlight to Kimball Avenue, but most passersby...

2018 Cover Your Acres Conference highlights plants, people

Agronomic and economic issues to be addressed at 15th annual conference   COLBY, Kan. – Producers, consultants, and experts will gather for the 15th annual Cover...

K-State to host ‘Calving Schools’ in several Kansas communities

Meetings hope to increase number of live calves born, among other goals MANHATTAN, Kan. – With the new year, beef producers are anxious for the...

K-State Research and Extension specialists share tips for managing livestock in winter

Reducing animals’ stress during cold periods is a key goal MANHATTAN, Kan. – Livestock producers are entering a time of year that, because of winter...

Getting ready for the future: K-State animal science students engage in research

Scholarships awarded to five undergraduate students MANHATTAN, Kan. – With an eye toward their future in industry, ranching, academia or other pursuits, undergraduate students showed...

Untapped economic opportunity in organic farming

Organic farming in Iowa is on the rise, and proving to be an important economic opportunity for small to mid-size farmers. This growing industry...