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K-State Ag Today: How to ensure accuracy for soybean analysis
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Soybean growers still have time to conduct a plant analysis in their fields, but there’s little room for error when taking samples from soybean plants. K-State Ag Today’s Jeff Wichman shows us exactly how to take the perfect sample. Watch video.
Crabgrass got you crabby?
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
What are a few options to rid yourself of these pesky plants? Read story.
K-State Ag Today: Wheat seeds may need treatment
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Wheat producers planning to use saved seed in the fall may have to treat the grain before using it. You're a click away from finding ways to address this problem. Plus, how women can attend KSU's 2008 Risk and Profit Conference at no cost. Watch video.
K-State Ag Today: Tunnel vision
Monday, July 21, 2008
Greenhouses allow producers to grow vegetables year round, but greenhouses are expensive to build, maintain and operate. In this edition of K-State Ag Today, Jeff Wichman tells us about a low-tech alternative. Watch video.
Vendor shares glimpse into process of bringing goods to farmer's market
Monday, July 21, 2008
As food prices go up, farmers markets are growing in appeal to shoppers wanting fresh food at low prices. But as BoomerGirl.com's Cathy Hamilton reports, for many farmers, it takes a village to bring their products to market every weekend. The one thing they hope the weekends don't bring. Watch video.
An extra kick in your garden for years to come!
Saturday, July 19, 2008
How does city mulch enrich your garden for years to come? Read story.
The best deal on mulch in the city!
Friday, July 18, 2008
If you spent a lot of money this year mulching your latest landscaping project, you may have spent too much. Find out where you can really get a good deal on mulch, and help save the environment, right here in Topeka. Watch video.
K-State Ag Today: Research shows ways to improve marbling in beef
Friday, July 18, 2008
Researchers have discovered a simple way for beef cattle producers to increase meat quality — simply by leaving something out of the feed bunker. Watch video.
Kansas wineries thrive in spite of Sebelius' sour grapes
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Learn how much the grape and winery business has grown in Kansas. Watch video.
Wal-Mart to purchase millions in locally grown produce
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Wal-Mart, the nation's largest retailer, has pledged to buy more produce from local farmers as it kicked off a campaign to highlight the fruits and vegetables grown locally. Watch video.
K-State Ag Today: Timing critical for accurate corn analysis
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Plant analysis can help corn producers save money on costly fertilizers. On this edition of K-State Ag Today, Jeff Wichman explains how farmers can take good samples from their fields. Watch video.
K-State Ag Today: Planting fall potatoes
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
If you missed out planting potatoes in your garden this past spring, you may have another opportunity in a few weeks. Jeff Wichman explains why. Watch video.
Bagworms bite!
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Your evergreens and broad-leaf ornamentals may be under attack by bagworms. Find out how to put a bag over these guys. Watch video.
K-State Ag Today: Ensuring quality soybeans
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Soybean producers can use plant analysis to better understand variability in growth and appearance. Jeff Wichman explains what producers need to do in today's K-State Ag report. Watch video.
Kansas wheat harvest 95 percent finished
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Wheat producers are finishing up in their fields. The state's Agricultural Statistics Service breaks down the quality of this year's harvest. Read story.
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