Rains Help Control Ticks in Kansas Fields
University of Kansas entomology experts explain that high humidity favors ticks, which can survive floods and climb plant stems to attack hosts. Research by KU and UC shows ticks select stems by diameter, aiding jump attacks. Wet conditions boost tick activity, while proper removal with tweezers and protective clothing reduce bite risk.
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Lawrence
George Byers
University of Kansas
Greg Vogel
Macon
Byers
Vogel
The
Kansas Biological Survey
Kansas
Center For Disease Control
Atlanta
Farmers Should Plan Carefully By ROBERT W BOZWORTH
Kansas farmers face uncertain late frost and a shrinking growing season. Extension agronomist Jim Shroyer recommends planting medium to full season hybrids for sorghum and soybeans, delaying drastic shifts to earlier maturities. Strawberries now require renovation to boost next year production, with thinning, weed control, and careful fertilization. Home garden tasks include rose bed care, pruning, irrigation, and mulch to sustain bloom and yield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert W. Bozworth
Kansas
Jim Shroyer
Extension Agronomist
KUS
Franklin County 4-H Teens Plan Washington Trip and Show
Fourteen Franklin County 4-H members announce a July 31 to August 8 Washington D C trip to study citizenship with 4 H leaders. They stage a Byron Jones Country Show on June 26 at Ottawa Municipal Auditorium to raise funds with door prizes and ticket prices set at 3 for adults and 2 for youths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jo Ellen Arnold
Washington D.C
Franklin County
Washington
Ottawa Municipal Auditorium
Byron Jones
Kansas City Area
Benjamin Stables
Kemper
Repair Business Lifeline To Most Equipment Dealers
The article reports busier service departments and higher repair costs as farmers extend engine overhauls and rear end rebuilds. Data from Kansas State University Extension shows average repair costs around ten dollars per acre among 470 farmers in Association No. 2, with inflation and high parts prices shaping the trend. Dealers note mixed demand, while salvage yards report growing business as farmers salvage parts and prolong use of aging machinery.
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Dennis Dumler
Harris News Service
Association No. 2
South Hutchinson
Bill Collins
Extension Service
Collins
Darrell Herman
Herman
John Deere
Kansas
Great Bend
Kenny Schulte
Dodge City
Hi-Plains
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KSA
Chuck Marr
Marr
KSU Extension Service
Ottawa
Shroyer
DeSoto
Douglas
Amsey
KSU
Frank Morrison
Morrison
Kansas State University Extension Service
Rocky Ford
Colo
Richter
Pomona
Ford
Johnson Farms
Jack Nelson
Mickey Johnson
Citizens State Bank of Pomona
Lawn and Garden Chemical
Levin
Allis-Chalmers Parts Division
McConnell Machinery CO
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