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The Kansas dairy industry is growing, and it’s on the shoulders of immigrant workers

Guest Columnist — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:11:47 +0000

Kansas has a fast-growing dairy industry, but milking cows isn’t easy and it’s hard to find workers. Industry groups say immigrants are critical and those workers say they’re needed to […]

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Tick Talk: Six Common Tick Questions And What One K-State Expert Has To Say

Guest Columnist — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:57:49 +0000

For many, longer days and warmer weather mean more time outside. Whether hitting the trails or spending time in the backyard, extra hours outdoors have plenty of benefits. They also […]

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Environmental Stress And Leaf Scorch On Plants

Guest Columnist — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:54:42 +0000

With recent heat and drought conditions across much of the state, environmental stress is becoming increasingly more visible on plants, especially trees and shrubs. One of the classic symptoms of […]

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Understanding The Grass Seed Label

Guest Columnist — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:52:55 +0000

Fall planting of grass seed is close at hand (now through October 15th), and whether you plan to overseed bare spots or completely start over planting a new lawn, selecting […]

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Fertilizing Annual Flowers

Guest Columnist — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:51:06 +0000

Annual flowers are some of the hardest-working plants in the landscape, producing continuous blooms from spring until frost under ideal conditions. To keep annuals flowering at their best, proper water […]

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