Tuesday, January 6, 2026

Kansas News

Early ‘preg check’ of dairy cows prevents fat loafers, MU vet says

by: Duane Dailey - University of Missouri Extension Farmers call it a “preg check.” Veterinarians call it “pregnancy diagnosis.” Either way, knowing a cow is with...

Asparagus: low in calories, high in nutrients and flavor

by Linda Geist, University of Missouri Extension Nothing says spring like fresh asparagus. The flowering perennial is an interesting and low-calorie, high-nutrient spring vegetable, says University of...

Squirrel Damage to Trees 

Tree squirrels can cause a couple types of tree damage. Most commonly they clip the tips of branches. The length of severed branches is...

Oak Vein Pocket Gall Info Available  

As with many areas in Kansas, Sedgwick County has seen a high level of oak vein pocket gall this year.  Matthew McKernan, our Sedgwick...

Ticks being found in Kansas corn fields

Ticks are very active throughout the state, and have been for the past month. The most commonly reported species has been the American dog tick,...

Fort Scott To Host Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission Public Meeting

The Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism Commission will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at the Danny & Willa Ellis Family...

AG asks Supreme Court to keep Kansas schools open and operating

Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt today asked the Kansas Supreme Court to withdraw its warning that it might order a shutoff of all funding...

Kansas Bowhunters Association-“Daytime” Carp Shoot starts today

When: June 11-12, 2016 Where: Melvern Lake  (Turkey Point Campground) located north of Lebo, KS from I-35.  Watch for KBA signs. Prizes: Maybe? You have to...