Kansas farmers take a chance on canola
5-14-13 - KWCH TV - Mike Stamm
As you stare into the wheat fields near Andale, there's a different crop that catches the eye.

K-State part of group receiving $9.6 million federal grant to study cattle grazing systems
5-13-13 - Kansas City Star - Peter Tomlinson
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded a $9.6 million grant to a group that includes Kansas State University for the purpose of researching the impact of climate changes on cattle grazing.

Agribusiness offers leadership opportunities for women
5-13-13 - High Plains Journal - Vincent Amanor-Boadu
A Kansas State University agricultural economist is optimistic about agriculture, which, he claims, “is the only business that will not go out of business.”

K-State Ag Economist Launches Blog
5-13-13 - KTIC Radio - Dan O'Brien
By the very nature of his work as an extension agricultural economist, Kansas State University's Dan O'Brien is used to reaching out to farmers, agri-businesses and others with the latest research-based information pertaining to grain market analysis.

Winter canola has potential to weather the freeze
5-13-13 - High Plains Journal - Mike Stamm
With five hard freezes going through the prime winter canola growing region in five weeks, some first-time growers were concerned about the crop.

Ag minute: Spring Crops Field Day Planned May 22 in Southeast Kansas
5-3-13 - McPherson Sentinel - Lyle Lomas
Wheat and corn production will take center stage at the Kansas State University Southeast Agricultural Research Center’s Spring Crops Field Day, Wednesday, May 22 near Parsons.

Tokach receives honor at K-State
5-3-13 - Abilene Reflector-Chronicle - Mike Tokach
Dr. Mike Tokach has been named University Distinguished Professor at Kansas State University.

KSU Research Team Using USDA Grant to Help Stop Wheat Blast
5-2-13 - Kansas Farmer - Barbara Valent
So far, the deadly pathogen known as wheat blast has not been found outside South America and a Kansas State University researcher and her team of colleagues want to make sure that it doesn't get a chance to wreak the havoc in North America that it has south of the equator.


Team comparing genetics of ancient and modern wheat
5-2-13 - Ag Professional - Eduard Akhunov
Eduard Akhunov knows that sometimes, in order to prepare for the future, we need to study the past.

KSU Scientists Awarded $5.5 Million for Wheat and Rice Blast Research
5-2-13 - Crop Biotech Update - Barbara Valent
USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture through the 2012 Agriculture and Food Research Initiative's Food Security program awarded US$ 5.5 million to Kansas State University research team led by Barbara Valent.

International Team Develops Physical Map of Wheat's Wild Ancestor
5-2-13 - Crop Biotech Update - Bikram Gill
An international team led by Kansas University Professor Bikram Gill have developed a physical map of wheat's wild ancestor Aegilops tauschii, more commonly known as goatgrass.

Kansas State University Researcher Leads International Team Comparing Genetic Code of Ancient and Modern Wheat Cultivars - 5-2-13 - Rural Messenger - Eduard Akhunov
Eduard Akhunov knows that sometimes, in order to prepare for the future, we need to study the past.

April freezes in Kansas cause damage to wheat tillers, lower stems
5-1-13 - Midwest Producer - Jim Shroyer
The repeated hard freezes in Kansas are taking a toll on some of the wheat furthest along in development, said Jim Shroyer, K-State Research and Extension crop production specialist.

Teachers lace up for 'Walk Kansas'
4-30-13 - KCTV 5 - Sue Kidd
Some KCK teachers realized they weren't practicing what they were teaching when it comes to healthy habits. So they decided to start walking a distance the length of Kansas.
 

K-State Researcher Gill on International Team that Builds Wheat Genome Physical Map
4-30-13 - KTIC Radio - Bikram Gill
It's hard to go anywhere without a map ¿ especially into the deep and complex world of genetics.

K-State hopes new Haysville building will help it move forward in ag research nationally, dean says
4-29-13 - Kansas City Star - John Floros
Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture plans to be in the top five agriculture schools in the country by 2025 – and a new building at its research station in Haysville will help it get there, the dean of the college, John Floros, said Monday at the ribbon-cutting.

Ag minute: K-State Researcher Gill on International Team that Builds Wheat Genome Physical Map
4-29-13 - McPherson Sentinel - Bikram Gill
It’s hard to go anywhere without a map – especially into the deep and complex world of genetics.

K-State hosting beef cattle field day
4-29-13 - Pittsburg Morning Sun
Pasture management following drought and bull selection tools are among the topics at Kansas State University's Beef Cattle and Forage Crops Field Day on Thursday, May 2.

K-State hopes new Haysville building will help it move forward in ag research nationally, dean says
4-29-13 - Wichita Eagle - John Floros
Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture plans to be in the top five agriculture schools in the country by 2025 – and a new building at its research station in Haysville will help it get there, the dean of the college, John Floros, said Monday at the ribbon-cutting.

K-State Researcher Gill on International Team that Builds Wheat Genome Physical Map
4-29-13 - e! Science News - Bikram Gill
Kansas State University researcher Bikram Gill is part of an international team of researchers that developed a physical map of wheat's wild ancestor, Aegilops tauschii, commonly called goatgrass.

Impatiens problems?
4-29-13 - KC Gardens - Dennis Patton
I read an article over the weekend that said there’s a disease that threatens impatiens and will make them harder to find at the store this year, but then I saw some at a store this weekend.

K-State researchers receive grant to study wheat, rice diseases
4-26-13 - Ag Professional - Barbara Valent
Kansas State University researcher Barbara Valent and a team of colleagues have been awarded $5.5 million by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to develop novel disease control strategies for two closely-related diseases in rice and wheat - the latter of which has wreaked havoc in some South American wheat growing areas.

Assessing freeze damage in KS wheat
4-26-13 - Agriculture.com - Jim Shroyer
The repeated hard freezes in Kansas are taking a toll on some of the wheat furthest along in development, said Jim Shroyer, K-State Research and Extension crop production specialist.

Scientists awarded $5.5 million for wheat, rice blast research
4-24-13 - Bio-Medicine - Barbara Valent
Kansas State University researcher Barbara Valent and a team of colleagues have been awarded $5.5 million by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to develop novel disease control strategies for two closely-related diseases in rice and wheat the latter of which has wreaked havoc in some South American wheat growing areas.

K-State to open horticulture center near Wichita
4-21-13 - Midwest Producer - Jason Griffin
Kansas State University will host a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. on April 29 to celebrate the opening of its new building at the John C. Pair Horticulture Center in Haysville, Kan. The public is invited to attend.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural Greg Peterson – Peterson Brothers
4-21-13 - Gardner Edge - Ron Wilson
FOX News television studio, New York City. Today’s guests are an unlikely trio: Three young farm boys from rural Kansas.


Top ten rules for planting trees
4-20-13 - KPC News - Ward Upham
Spring is truly here, and if you are looking to do a little tree landscaping at your homes, take a look at this article from Ward Upham, Kansas State University Extension Specialist, on how to properly choose and plant your new trees.

Ice-coated wheat, and symptoms of freeze damage
4-19-13 - Kansas Agland - Jim Shroyer
In central Kansas, many fields of wheat were covered in a thick coating of ice on April 11.


Webinar Set for Lesser Prairie Chicken Discussion
4-19-13 - Kansas Agland - Charlie Lee
The potential listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken (LPC) as a threatened or endangered species by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is on the minds of many landowners in Kansas and a cause of concern for land managers.

Conference to focus on positive approach to aging
4-18-13 - Hays Daily News - Deb Sellers
Aging brings changes in life and lifestyle, as well as new challenges -- and opportunities.

Cattle Feeders College planned May 9 in Scott City, Kan.
4-18-13 - Drovers Cattle Network - Justin Waggoner 
Kansas State University will host its K-State Cattle Feeders College May 9 at the Scott County Fairgrounds William Carpenter 4-H Building in Scott City, Kan.

Drought adjustments for cattle on pasture
4-12-13 - Drovers Cattle Network - Keith Harmoney
Keith Harmoney, beef scientist at K-State speaks at the Southern Plains Drought Summit on the adjustments needed for cattle on pasture during this drought.


K-State Master of Agribusiness Program Tailored for Animal Health Professionals
4-12-13 - The Pig Site - Allen Featherstone
Kansas State University’s award-winning Master of Agribusiness (MAB) distance degree program is now offering an MAB tailored to individuals working in the animal health industry. 

K-State Master of Agribusiness Program Now Available 
4-11-13 - Kansas Agland - Allen Featherstone
Kansas State University's award-winning Master of Agribusiness (MAB) distance degree program is now offering an MAB tailored to individuals working in the animal health industry.


K-State MBA available tailored for animal health professionals
4-11-13 - Bovine Veterinarian - Allen Featherstone
Kansas State University’s award-winning Master of Agribusiness (MAB) distance degree program is now offering an MAB tailored to individuals working in the animal health industry.

K-State Research and Extension: Hard Freeze Likely to Damage Wheat Crop
4-10-13 - Grain Net - Jim Shroyer
A hard freeze -- with temperatures well into the teens in western Kansas April 9 and expected again April 10 -- will almost certainly damage the wheat crop to some extent, said Jim Shroyer, K-State Research and Extension crop production specialist.

Research Finds That Elevated Carbon Dioxide in Atmosphere Trims Wheat, Sorghum Moisture Needs
4-9-13 - Kansas Agland - Mary Beth Kirkham
Plenty has been written about concerns over elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the earth's atmosphere, but a Kansas State University researcher has found an upside to the higher CO2 levels.

Rachel Cruze to give April 16 lecture at K-State Union
4-8-13 - High Plains Journal - Rachel Cruze
Rachel Cruze, the daughter of financial commentator and expert Dave Ramsey, will speak at Kansas State University at 7 p.m., April 16, in Forum Hall at the K-State Student Union.

KSU finds upside to elevated carbon dioxide levels
4-5-13 - Emporia Gazette - Mary Beth Kirkham
A Kansas State University researcher has found an agricultural upside to elevated carbon dioxide levels in the earth's atmosphere.

Kansas: Beef Cattle, Forage Crops Field Day May 2 at Mound Valley
4-5-13 - AgFax
Pasture management following drought and bull selection tools are among the topics at Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle and Forage Crops Field Day on Thursday, May 2.

KSU finds upside to elevated carbon dioxide levels
4-5-13 - Dodge City Daily Globe - Mary Beth Kirkham
A Kansas State University researcher has found an agricultural upside to elevated carbon dioxide levels in the earth's atmosphere.

Beef Cattle and Forage Crops Field Day planned near Mound City
4-4-13 - Drovers Cattle Network
Pasture management following drought and bull selection tools are among the topics at Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle and Forage Crops Field Day on Thursday, May 2.

Kansas wheat growers should be aware of crop diseases
4-3-13 - Farm Talk - Erick De Wolf
With forecasts of snow still a possibility and the wheat just starting to green up in parts of Kansas, it may surprise some wheat growers to know that March is an important month for wheat disease development.

Bourbon County couple named Master Farmers, Farm Homemakers
4-2-13 - Fort Scott Tribune - Gary and Lynda Foster
Hiattville dairy farmers, Gary and Lynda Foster feel blessed to have a career that they love.

Elevated carbon dioxide in atmosphere trims wheat, sorghum moisture needs
4-2-13 - Southwest Climate Change Network - Mary Beth Kirkham
Agronomy researchers found that elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the earth's atmosphere have an upside -- a reduced need for moisture in some important crops.

High levels of carbon dioxide increase water efficence use of sorghum and winter wheat
4-2-13 - Teatro Naturale - Mary Beth Kirkham
Between 1958 and 2011 the carbon dioxide concentration has increased and higher carbon dioxide compensated for reductions in growth of winter wheat due to drought.

Plan to Put Tax Refund to Work for You
4-1-13 - Kansas City infoZine - Elizabeth Kiss
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reported that it expects 147 million individual 2012 tax returns to be filed. It also estimates about 75 percent of taxpayers who file will be entitled to a refund.


Spring good time to clean and reorganize the kitchen
3-31-13 - Scranton Times Tribune - Karen Blakeslee
Now that spring has officially arrived, many people's thoughts turn to spring cleaning.

Ag minute: Research Finds That Elevated Carbon Dioxide in Atmosphere Trims Wheat, Sorghum Moisture Needs
3-29-13 - McPherson Sentinel - Mary Beth Kirkham 
Plenty has been written about concerns over elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the earth’s atmosphere, but a Kansas State University researcher has found an upside to the higher CO2 levels.

How to use tax refunds
3-29-13 - McPherson Sentinel - Elizabeth Kiss
The Internal Revenue Service reported that it expects 147 million individual 2012 tax returns to be filed. It also estimates about 75 percent of taxpayers who file will be entitled to a refund.

New Book Outlines Best Practices for Stored Grains
3-28-13 - Pest Control Technology - Tom Phillips
Many of the world’s leading experts on food and commodity storage have combined their efforts in a new publication that is now available from Kansas State University.

Research Finds That Elevated Carbon Dioxide in Atmosphere Trims Wheat, Sorghum Moisture Needs
3-27-13 - KTIC Radio - Mary Beth Kirkham
Plenty has been written about concerns over elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the earth's atmosphere, but a Kansas State University researcher has found an upside to the higher CO2 levels.

Kansas State Researcher Finds an Upside to Higher Carbon Dioxide levels
3-26-13 - WIBW Radio - Mary Beth Kirkham
Plenty has been written about concerns over elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the earth’s atmosphere, but a Kansas State University researcher has found an upside to the higher CO2 levels.

Elevated carbon dioxide in atmosphere trims wheat, sorghum moisture needs
3-26-13 - Phys Org - Mary Beth Kirkham
Plenty has been written about concerns over elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the earth's atmosphere, but a Kansas State University researcher has found an upside to the higher CO2 levels.

Elevated carbon dioxide in atmosphere trims wheat, sorghum moisture needs
3-26-13 - Space and Earth Sciences News - Mary Beth Kirkham
Plenty has been written about concerns over elevated levels of carbon dioxide in the earth's atmosphere, but a Kansas State University researcher has found an upside to the higher CO2 levels.

Elevated carbon dioxide in atmosphere trims wheat, sorghum moisture needs
3-25-13 - Gasoline News - Mary Beth Kirkham 
Plenty has been written about concerns over elevated levels of carbon dioxide in Earth’s atmosphere, but a Kansas State University researcher has found an upside to the higher CO2 levels.

Kansas Wheat Growers Should be Aware of Crop Diseases to the South
3-25-13 - WIBW Radio - Erick De Wolf
With forecasts of snow still a possibility and the wheat just starting to green up in parts of Kansas, it may surprise some wheat growers to know that March is an important month for wheat disease development.

Elevated Carbon Dioxide in Atmosphere Trims Wheat, Sorghum Moisture Needs
3-25-13 - Science Daily - Mary Beth Kirkham
Plenty has been written about concerns over elevated levels of carbon dioxide in Earth's atmosphere, but a Kansas State University researcher has found an upside to the higher CO₂ levels.

K-State Research and Extension: KS Wheat Growers Should Be Aware of Crop Diseases in South
3-25-13 - Grain Net - Erick De Wolf
With forecasts of snow still a possibility and the wheat just starting to green up in parts of Kansas, it may surprise some wheat growers to know that March is an important month for wheat disease development. 

Canola College scheduled for March 28
3-25-13 - High Plains Journal - Mike Stamm
Canola production will be taken to the next level at this year's Canola College, scheduled for March 28 at the Garfield County Fairgrounds Pavilion in Enid, Okla.


Livestock Briefs: Dell Allen named 2013 Kansas Stockman of the Year
3-20-13 - Midwest Producer - Dell Allen
Retired Cargill Meat Solutions vice president Dell Allen was named 2013 Kansas Stockman of the Year. The award is presented by the Livestock and Meat Industry Council at Kansas State.

K-State's Weaber awarded for cow/calf genetics work
3-20-13 - Midwest Producer - Robert Weaber
A Kansas State University associate professor in the Animal Sciences and Industry Department received recognition for his early career work.

K-State welcomes 300 to Junior Swine Producer Day
3-20-13 - Midwest Producer - Kristine Clowers
Kansas may be better known for its beef production, but don't tell that to the 300 people who attended Kansas Junior Swine Producer Day to hear about swine selection, nutrition, daily care, and showmanship from guest speaker Kyle Baade.

Oakley conference focuses on the positive
3-20-13 - Hays Daily News - Deb Sellers
Aging brings changes in life and lifestyle, as well as new challenges -- and opportunities.

Southern Plains Drought Summit planned March 27
3-18-13 - High Plains Journal
Recent snows and rain showers may have provided moisture to the surface of southern Plains soils, but the persistent drought conditions of the past two years will continue to affect agriculture for the foreseeable future.

Conference to focus on positive approach to aging
3-18-13 - High Plains Journal - Deb Sellers
Western Kansas Aging brings changes in life and lifestyle, as well as new challenges--and opportunities.

Southern Plains Drought Summit scheduled for Pratt
3-13-13 - Wichita Eagle
The Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service is hosting a Southern Plains Drought Summit March 27 at the Pratt County Fairgrounds in the 4-H Center.

Southern Plains Drought Summit Planned March 27
3-13-13 - Kansas Agland
Recent snows and rain showers may have provided moisture to the surface of southern Plains soils, but the persistent drought conditions of the past two years will continue to affect agriculture for the foreseeable future.

Southern Plains Drought Summit Planned March 27
3-12-13 - WIBW Radio
Recent snows and rain showers may have provided moisture to the surface of southern Plains soils, but the persistent drought conditions of the past two years will continue to affect agriculture for the foreseeable future.

Southern Plains Drought Summit Planned March 27
3-11-13 - Feedlot Magazine
Recent snows and rain showers may have provided moisture to the surface of southern Plains soils, but the persistent drought conditions of the past two years will continue to affect agriculture for the foreseeable future.

K-State Agriculture Dean: Research, Outreach Play Role in Kansas Agriculture
3-11-13 - Pittsburg Morning Sun - John Floros
From producers planting the seed, to elevators storing and distributing the grain, to processors turning that grain into food products – it’s all agriculture.

Advance preparation can minimize injury and loss when storm hits
3-8-13 - Sabetha Herald - Mary Knapp
Stressing the need to be prepared for severe weather, Governor Sam Brownback signed a proclamation last Thursday, Feb. 28, designating March 3-9 as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Kansas.


Conference to focus on positive approach to aging
3-8-13 - High Plains Journal - Deb Sellers
Aging brings changes in life and lifestyle, as well as new challenges--and opportunities.

Research group eyes conservation of Ogallala Aquifer
3-7-13 - Amarillo Globe News
A research group that works to conserve water in the Ogallala Aquifer wrapped up a three-day conference Thursday in Amarillo, sharing research results that are meant to keep an industry worth billions of dollars running.

The Johnson County Healthy Yards Expo
3-7-13 - Shawnee Dispatch
The Johnson County Healthy Yards Expo will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 23 at the Shawnee Civic Centre, 13817 Johnson Drive. The free lawn and garden event is aimed at helping attendees make greener choices in the yard and home. 

Garden Calendar: Start crabgrass control before it spreads
3-7-13 - Lawrence Journal World - Jennifer Smith
Remember crabgrass? It was the tough, clumpy, impossible-to-pull grass that took over lawns and flower beds all over northeast Kansas in the heat of last summer.

Snow raises hopes for spring gardeners
3-7-13 - Pratt Tribune - Ward Upham 
Early crops may be most productive in what's projected to be another dry year.

Resources for brain injuries
3-7-13 - Pratt Tribune - Jodi Drake
The Pratt County Extension office will host a lesson on traumatic brain injury at 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 at 824 W. First.

Melting snow gives Marion County wheat a fighting chance
3-6-13 - Marion County Record - Rickey Roberts
If it takes 11 or 12 inches of snow to make an inch of water, most Marion County wheat fields are in the process of soaking up just over an inch or two of the coveted moisture.


K-State: time to think about fertilizing pastures
3-6-13 - Farm Talk - Keith Martin
Much of the nitrogen (N) applied to tall fescue and smooth bromegrass hay meadows and pastures may have already been applied in our area.

Crops Briefs: K-State's Everest is new No. 1 wheat variety in Kansas
3-5-13 - Midwest Producer - Allan Fritz 
Everest, a variety released by Kansas State University in 2009, has soared into the number one position in Kansas, according to Kansas Agricultural Statistic's 2013 "Wheat Varieties" report.

Kansas Senate Approves Bill Important to Livestock Marketing
3-5-13 - Kansas Livestock Association
The Kansas Senate passed a bill last week specifying state antitrust law does not apply to arrangements governed by the federal Packers and Stockyards Act (PSA).

K-State to host Kansas Junior Meat Goat Day on March 23
3-4-13 - Midwest Producer - Kristine Clowers
Kansas State University will host the Kansas Junior Meat Goat Producer Day on March 23 in Weber Arena in Manhattan.

Severe Weather Awareness Week is reminder to get prepared
3-4-13 - High Plains Journal - Jamie Rathbun
Jamie Rathbun and a team of her colleagues are on a mission to help individuals and families become as prepared as possible for severe weather that might come their way. 


Picking the right flowers for Kansas
3-1-13 - Topeka Capital Journal - Alan Stevens
Kansas State University scientists have launched a new blog to help gardeners find varieties of flowers that work best in Kansas, according to a news release.

New blog aims to help Kansas gardeners learn about flowers that thrive
2-28-13 - Sabetha Herald - Alan Stevens
Short, dark winter days have many gardeners dreaming about spring and the chance to try out new flowers in the landscape.

Severe Weather Awareness Week: reminder to get prepared
2-27-13 - Topeka Capital Journal - Jamie Rathbun
K-State Research and Extension’s Jamie Rathbun and a team of her colleagues are on a mission to help people become as prepared as possible for severe weather that might come their way this spring, according to news release.


New Blog Aims to Help Kansas Gardeners Learn about Flowers That Thrive
2-26-13 - Zone 6 Gardeners of Pittsburg Kansas - Alan Stevens
Short, dark winter days have many gardeners dreaming about spring and the chance to try out new flowers in the landscape.

Stout Center dedication at 100th Cattlemen's Day
2-20-13 - Midwest Producer - Ken Odde
If anyone knew about the marketing of livestock, it was Stanley Stout. The famed auctioneer, who died in 2006, will be honored March 1 when Kansas State University dedicates the new Stanley Stout Center in Manhattan as part of its 100th Cattlemen's Day celebration. 

Manning to Join Staff of K-State Research and Extension River Valley District
2-13-13 - Belleville Telescope - Leslie Manning
Leslie Manning will join the staff of the K-State Research and Extension River Valley District as a 4-H youth development and community development agent, effective February 23, 2013.

Stanley Stout Center Dedication Planned March 1 at K-State’s Cattlemens day
2-12-13 - Kansas Ag Network - Ken Odde
If anyone knew about the marketing of livestock, it was Stanley Stout. The famed auctioneer, who passed away in 2006, will be honored March 1 when Kansas State University dedicates the new Stanley Stout Center in Manhattan as part of its 100th Cattlemen’s Day celebration.

K-State to host 100th annual Cattlemen's Day March 1
2-11-13 - High Plains Journal - Ken Odde
Kansas State University's Cattlemen's Day always has numerous events associated with it, but this year's 100th annual Cattlemen's Day on March 1 will be special in several ways. 

Stanley Stout left his mark on livestock industry
2-11-13 - Drovers Cattle Network - Ken Odde
It may be that Stanley Stout’s destiny as an auctioneer was preordained. He was born in 1941, the son of the late Elmore and Doris Stout, and was raised on a Flint Hills ranch outside of Cottonwood Falls, Kan. – cattle country to be sure.

Kansas farm cooperative equity levels at historic highs
2-6-13 - Drovers Cattle Network - Brian Briggeman 
With rising incomes, Kansas grain, oilseed and farm supply cooperatives have boosted their total equity levels – or levels of net worth – to historical highs.

K-State to Host 100th Annual Cattlemen’s Day March 1
1-30-13 - Feedlot Magazine - Ken Odde
Kansas State University’s Cattlemen’s Day always has numerous events associated with it, but this year’s 100th Annual Cattlemen’s Day on March 1 will be special in several ways.  

Study shows Kansas cropland, pasture values higher than traditional reporting methods indicate
1-30-13 - Rural Messenger - Mykel Taylor
A new Kansas State University study indicates that using sales transaction data in determining the value of Kansas farmland shows a higher – in some cases significantly higher – value for the land than the traditional survey method derived from producer estimates of farmland value.

K-State to Introduce Family Gardening Program
1-30-13 - Kansas Ag Connection - Andrea Feldkamp
Children typically like to dig in the dirt -- and play with the garden hose.

Steve Hunt to speak at K-State’s Cattlemen’s Day on March 1
1-29-13 - Wichita Eagle - Ken Odde
A sponsored lecture is the newest feature of Kansas State University’s Cattlemen’s Day, scheduled for March 1 in Manhattan.


KSU’s 100th Annual Cattlemen’s Day Slated March 1
1-29-13 - AgFax - Ken Odde
Kansas State University’s Cattlemen’s Day always has numerous events associated with it, but this year’s 100th Annual Cattlemen’s Day on March 1 will be special in several ways.


Steve Hunt to speak at K-State’s Cattlemen’s Day on March 1
1-29-13 - Wichita Eagle - Steve Hunt
A sponsored lecture is the newest feature of Kansas State University’s Cattlemen’s Day, scheduled for March 1 in Manhattan. 


Deadline Extended for Risk-Assessed Ag Marketing Workshops
1-29-31 - Kansas Ag Connection - Stacy Campbell
For anyone who finds crop insurance confusing and marketing their grain overwhelming -- K-State Research and Extension has a workshop for you.


Kansas cropland values higher than traditional reports indicate
1-28-13 - Drovers Cattle Network - Mykel Taylor
A new Kansas State University study indicates that using sales transaction data in determining the value of Kansas farmland shows a higher – in some cases significantly higher – value for the land than the traditional survey method derived from producer estimates of farmland value.

Animal Sciences Leadership Academy Planned for June 5-8
1-25-13 - Kansas Ag Connection
Kansas State University will host the Fifth Annual K-State Animal Sciences Leadership Academy June 5-8 for young livestock industry leaders in Kansas.


KSU ag dean touts university's crop, livestock work
1-23-13 - Topeka Capital Journal - John Floros
The dean of agriculture at Kansas State University delivered good news Wednesday to two Senate committees of the land-grant institution's record of student instruction and of honing research to advance crop and livestock production.

Sorghum Schools Planned in February
1-18-13 - Kansas Ag Connection
Kansas State University is joining forces with the Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission, Sorghum Checkoff Program, KFRM-550 AM Radio, and Huskie Herbicide to present In-Depth Sorghum Schools in six Kansas communities.


Older, Wiser: Spring conference on aging announced
1-18-13 - Newton Kansan - Gayle Price
Aging with Attitude, a one-day regional conference focusing on issues associated with aging – and adding quality to life during the process – is being planned for April 26.

K-State-Led Team Awarded $5M to Study Camelina
1-17-13 - Kansas Ag Connection - Susan Sun
It may not be a household name even among farm families, but the oilseed camelina is showing good potential as an environmentally-friendly commercial biofuel feedstock, particularly for biodiesel and jet fuel.

Researchers awarded $5 million to study oilseed camelina as biofuel feedstock
1-16-13 - Processing Magazine - Susan Sun
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded a team of researchers $5.08 million to study the potential of oilseed camelina as a biofuel feedstock.

K-State-led research team is awarded $5.08 million to study oilseed camelina as biofuel feedstock
1-16-13 - Sabetha Herald - Susan Sun
It may not be a household name even among farm families, but the oilseed camelina is showing good potential as an environmentally-friendly commercial biofuel feedstock, particularly for biodiesel and jet fuel.

Researcher awarded $5.08 million to study oilseed camelina as biofuel feedstock
1-15-13 - Bio-Medicine - Susan Sun
It may not be a household name even among farm families, but the oilseed camelina is showing good potential as an environmentally-friendly commercial biofuel feedstock, particularly for biodiesel and jet fuel.

KSU gets $5.08 million from USDA to study camelina
1-15-13 - Biofuels Digest - Susan Sun
In Kansas, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has just awarded $5.08 million to a team of researchers, led by Kansas State University Distinguished Professor in Grain Science and Industry, Xiuzhi “Susan” Sun, to study camelina’s potential.

Researcher awarded $5.08 million to study oilseed camelina as biofuel feedstock
1-15-13 - EurekAlert - Susan Sun
It may not be a household name even among farm families, but the oilseed camelina is showing good potential as an environmentally-friendly commercial biofuel feedstock, particularly for biodiesel and jet fuel.

K-State Research and Extension Helps Ag Producers with Risk-Assessment and Marketing
1-14-13 - Agriculture is America - Art Barnaby
Changes in farm legislation, coupled with volatile crop prices have many agricultural producers considering different methods for managing yield and price risk.

Oregon resident on Kansas State University Crops team that captured national championship
1-9-13 - Ogle County News
An Oregon resident is a member the Kansas State University Crops Team that recently captured the title of national champion for the fourth year in a row.

Upcoming K-State Horticultural and Agricultural Events
1-9-13 - Gardner Edge
K-State Research and Extension and/or its Extension Master Gardeners are participating in the following area and statewide horticultural events, available to all interested persons. For more information about these, as well as more localized events, check with your local K-State Research and Extension office.


Glyphosate-resistant Palmer amaranth weed present in Kansas?
1-4-13 - Ag Professional - Dallas Peterson
Kansas State University scientists say there is evidence to show that some Palmer amaranth weeds in Kansas are resistant to the widely-used herbicide, glyphosate.

K-State Study Showcases Beef Quality Assessment Tool
1-3-13 - Beef Magazine - Dan Thomson
A recent study by Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle Institute indicated that most Kansas feedlots are handling cattle in a low stress, humane manner and have protocols in place designed to ensure beef safety.


K-State study showcases Beef Quality Assessment tool
1-3-13 - Drovers Cattle Network - Dan Thomson
A recent study by Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle Institute indicated that most Kansas feedlots are handling cattle in a low stress, humane manner and have protocols in place designed to ensure beef safety.

Kansas Community Garden Grant Applications Due Jan. 15
1-2-13 - Kansas City infoZine - Evelyn Neier 
With holiday activities winding down, Kansas communities are urged to begin planning spring and summer gardens – and to apply for a Kansas Community Garden Grant.

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