FHSU hosts third annual Western Ag Summit
By FHSU University CommunicationsSpecial to the Tribune HAYS, Kan. – Water was the focus of the third annual Western Kansas Ag Summit, hosted by Fort… Login to continue reading Login…
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Extreme weather, financial stress impact farmers’ mental health
By Candace KrebsCherryRoadMediaFreelance Writer Extreme weather and financial stress are two big factors affecting mental health among farmers, and the two are often intertwined. During the drought of 2012, eastern…
K-State biochemists make significant breakthrough in developing purity of emerging oil seed candidates
Special to the TribuneK-State Research and ExtensionKansas State University Agriculture Studies Some of the more commonly known and grown oilseed crops in the U.S. have long been canola, soybeans and…
Master Gardener TipsPotatoes sprout in storage, hear is why
By Chris HimmelwrightPratt County Master GardenerPratt County Research and Extension Services Preventing Potatoes from Sprouting in Storage Home gardeners have had to rely on proper storage conditions (cool and moist)…
DOE drops landgrab proposal in Kansas for electric transmission corridor
WASHINGTON – Last week, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced that it will not proceed with its proposed designation of the Midwest-Plains National Interest Electric… Login to continue reading Login…
Who cares about the Ogallala aquifer?
By Calen MooreKansas News Servicecmoore@hppr.org The Ogallala aquifer is a critical source of water in western Kansas, and it’s running dry. It plays a major role in the daily lives…
Farm succession planning series for area women in agriculture kicks off in January
By Madi Hansen Kiowa County Extension Agent Agriculture & Natural Resources A workshop series for women in agriculture will offer strategies to evaluate and improve farm estate and transition plans.…
Master Gardener Tips: Christmas trees, cacti, and poinsettias need special care
By Chris HimmelwrightPratt County Master GardenerPratt County Research and Extension Services Choosing and Caring for Your Christmas Tree If selecting a cut tree this year for Christmas, watch for these…
Something to think about: I support both traditional and organic farming
By Rick McNaryFounder of Shop Kansas FarmsSpecial to the Tribune Farmers, ranchers and growers have many enemies. From the time they plant that seed in… Login to continue reading Login…
Thank a farmer for your Thanksgiving feast
By Glenn Brunkow Pottawatomie County farmer and rancher Kansas Farm Bureau We are on the eve of Thanksgiving and one of the most iconic meals of the year. Who does…