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Agriculture Today is a daily program hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout the state. It features K-State agricultural specialists and other experts examining agricultural issues facing Kansas and the nation. Kansas State University has produced daily, ag-related broadcasts since KSAC radio first went on the air in 1924. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. KState Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the wellbeing of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the KState campus in Manhattan. Language: en Genres: Daily News, Natural Sciences, News, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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2152 - Weevils and Aphids in Alfalfa...Winter Canola Freeze Concerns
Episode 2152
Thursday, 2 April, 2026
Continued Weevil and Aphid Concerns for Alfalfa Conditions of the Winter Canola Crop Ornamental Grass Maintenance 00:01:05 – Continued Weevil and Aphid Concerns for Alfalfa: K-State crop entomologist, Jeff Whitworth, kicks off the show as he provides alfalfa growers with an update on what pests he is seeing in alfalfa fields and management options that are available. 00:12:05 – Conditions of the Winter Canola Crop: Mike Stamm, K-State canola breeder, continues today's show discussing the current condition of the winter canola crop and if it was impacted by the cold weather and additional temperature swings. Late Freeze Effects on Winter Canola eUpdate.agronomy.ksu.edu agronomy.k-state.edu 00:23:05 – Ornamental Grass Maintenance: Ending the show is K-State Extension horticulture expert, Matt McKernan, as he explains why now is a good time to cut back and divide ornamental grasses, such as pampas grass and switch grass, in the home landscape. Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu. Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast. K‑State Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan. For more information, visit Extension.ksu.edu. K-State Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
