August 19, 2025
Extension Updates
Bermudagrass in Kansas. MF1112. Jack Fry and Steve Keeley. Bermudagrass has many desirable qualities fitting today’s turfgrass needs and environmental concerns. This recently revised publication includes cultivation tips and recommended varieties for Kansas.
Using Atrazine Wisely. MF3714. Sarah Lancaster et al. This new publication provides guidance for managing atrazine use in Kansas agriculture while protecting water quality. It outlines best management practices that help reduce atrazine runoff from crop fields, especially during high-risk periods in spring and summer.
Lace Bugs: Insect Pests of Horticultural Plants. MF3703. Raymond A. Cloyd. Lace bugs feed on several horticultural plants in landscapes and gardens. This publication provides information on the biology, damage, and management of these pests.
Cicada Killer. MF3704. Raymond A. Cloyd. These solitary wasps can seem intimidating, but they are not harmful. This publication provides information on biology, behavior, and management of the cicada killer.
Lambing Resources for Beginning Sheep Producers. MF3690. Kelsey Bentley. This new publication provides beginning sheep producers with resources to navigate lambing season, offering practical advice on neonatal care.
Kansas Wheat Variety Guide. MF991. Kelsey Andersen Onofre et al. The annually updated wheat variety selection tool is now available. This year’s update includes new variety profiles and additional information about varieties with herbicide tolerance traits.