Extension News & Insight

Grasshoppers Of the approximately 115 grasshopper species found in Kansas, only five are considered to pose serious threats to vegetable crops. Important species include redlegged, migratory, Packard, differential, and two-striped grasshoppers.

Tips for a Drought-Tolerant Summer Lawn Many of our lawn care practices can increase or decrease the drought tolerance of our lawns.

High Levels of Wheat Streak Mosaic Virus in Kansas Over the last several weeks, symptoms of wheat streak mosaic virus have been showing up in wheat fields across Kansas.

The school year has wrapped up for my two children and summer break has officially arrived.

Warming Weather Brings Ticks Out Ticks and the pathogens they transmit are a significant concern for humans and animals.

Drought Monitoring— Get Involved to Better Represent Our Area The National Drought Mitigation Center, the National Integrated Drought Information System, and the U.S.

Ten Rules for Planting Trees this Spring If you're planning to plant a tree in your yard this spring, there are some steps you can take to make sure your new landscape has its best chance of success. Select the right tree for the site.

There have been noticeable signs that spring has arrived on our farm. Following a snowfall during the kids’ spring break, the sun has come out and the temperatures have warmed up. It’s a different feel of seasons.

Outlook for Stripe Rust in Kansas Wheat Crop Over the last ten years, stripe rust has been one of the most damaging wheat diseases in Kansas. There are several factors that contribute to the development and severity of stripe rust in our region within a given year.

The changing of clocks always makes me grumpy, especially in the spring when it means losing an hour of the weekend. I understand the rationale behind the whole charade, but understanding doesn’t do anything to alleviate my mood after springing forward.