Doniphan County K-State Extension

03/16/2026

Kansas State University researchers are inviting Kansas landowners and land managers to participate in a short survey about how county rules, community expectations, and changing weather influence decisions to use prescribed fire.
The survey is open to Kansans who currently use prescribed burning, have used it in the past, or are interested in it.

The survey takes 10–15 minutes, participation is voluntary, and responses are confidential and anonymous.

Take the survey online: https://kstate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_e9vM5Czr8p19wsC

03/15/2026

If you haven't considered the importance of soil temperature before planting your garden crops, K-State horticulture expert Matt McKernan says you should. Soil temperature affects germination of many vegetable garden crops.

You can learn more in a recent K-State Horticulture Department newsletter: https://bit.ly/HortSoilTemp

03/14/2026

A crabgrass pre-emergent herbicide prevents annual grass seeds from developing into mature plants. These products create a barrier in the upper layer of soil that stops crabgrass seedlings as they begin to germinate. Because pre-emergent herbicides only work before the w**d emerges, timing is very important. Once crabgrass is visible in the lawn, these products will no longer be effective.

In Kansas, crabgrass typically begins germinating in late April to early May as soil temperatures warm. A helpful indicator for proper timing is the blooming of redbud trees, which signals that soil temperatures are approaching the range where crabgrass seeds begin to germinate.

As always, read the product label carefully and follow all instructions.

For more information on crabgrass control:
https://hnr.k-state.edu/extension/horticulture-resource-center/common-pest-problems/documents/Crabgrass.pdf

03/13/2026

The 2026 state livestock nomination information is now live!

All market animals and commercial breeding females must be nominated to be eligible for the Kansas State Fair Grand Drive and/or KJLS.

Information, resources, and the online nomination system link are posted on the Nomination Information page of the youth livestock website: https://www.asi.k-state.edu/extension/youth-programs/nominated-livestock/

Deadlines
April 20
DNA envelope orders due for Market Beef

May 1
Market Beef Nominations Due
(tag numbers submitted online & DNA postmarked)

June 5
DNA envelope orders due for Small Livestock & Comm. Heifers

June 15
Small Livestock & Comm. Heifer Nominations Due
(tag numbers submitted online & DNA postmarked)

03/12/2026

Agricultural producers, this is an important survey you should check out. This survey only takes about 15 minutes or less of your time!

The 2026 Kansas Custom Rates Survey is now open, and we’re seeking feedback on rates paid for agricultural custom work across the state, including:
🚜 Custom harvesting
🌱 Land work
🌾 Haying & feed preparation
⚙️ Machinery rental

The survey is voluntary, anonymous, and confidential and takes less than 15 minutes to complete. Your responses help provide reliable information to Kansas farmers, ranchers, and the ag community.
🗓 Please complete by March 31
👉 https://tinyurl.com/custom26

03/10/2026

Spring has sprung, and we have a full calendar of March events to get you outside to learn more about forestry and wildland fire!

🗓️ Check out our calendar to learn more: https://buff.ly/ysjF41B

03/09/2026

Becoming an Extension Master Gardener combines learning with service. Volunteers receive horticulture training and give back through gardening education in their communities. To learn more about opportunities in your county, visit https://bit.ly/3OEqSYg.

03/09/2026

We are ready to “Spring into the Garden”!

Please join us on Thursday March 26th for “Spring into the Garden” in Wathena. Please RSVP for head count by March 25th. The first 12 people who RSVP and attend, will receive a free bare-root Eastern Redbud.

03/06/2026

Large crowd of sheep and goat producers at tonight’s NE Kansas Sheep and Goat School in Effingham KS.

03/05/2026