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USDA Forest Service Issues Revised Oil and Gas Leasing Rule

New rule speeds leasing and permitting for federal oil and gas development (Washington, D.C., January 27, 2026) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service finalized revisions to its regulation governing federal oil and gas resources on National Forest System lands. The revision modernizes and... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Treating Disease Early vs. Precisely

K-State beef cattle experts weigh opportunity cost, disease progression and reassessment when making treatment decisions  MANHATTAN, Kan. — When a calf looks “off,” the clock starts ticking. But should cattle producers treat the calf immediately or wait for clearer clinical signs?  According to Kansas State... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Why Udder Quality Matters

K-State beef cattle experts discuss the value of udder quality in females  MANHATTAN, Kan. — Udder quality may not top every producer’s selection list, but ignoring it could cost calves a strong start, according to the beef cattle experts on the recent BCI Cattle... Read More.

USDA Accepting Applications for the 1890 National Scholars Program

WASHINGTON, DC (January 16, 2026) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program, which aims to encourage students at the Congressionally created 1890 land-grant universities to pursue careers in food, agriculture, and natural resource... Read More.

Garden Tip: Winter months are a good time to force paperwhite blooms

Gardeners can get a head start on growing delicate-looking flower indoors MANHATTAN, Kan. — It may sound a bit aggressive, but forcing paperwhite flowers to bloom during the winter months is actually a gentle nudge to grow roots, shoots and flowering stems indoors. Kansas State University... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Preventing Fog Fever

K-State beef cattle experts respond to a listener question about preventing and managing fog fever in cattle  MANHATTAN, Kan. — Fog fever, a rapid-onset respiratory disease in cattle, is most commonly associated with sudden forage changes during the grazing season. In a recent Cattle Chat podcast... Read More.

Even in Winter, Gardens Need Water

K-State horticulture expert shares tips for watering home landscapes MANHATTAN, Kan. — Yards may need another shot of moisture even after recent rain and snow to alleviate stress in lawns and gardens, said Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini. “A good, deep watering with moisture... Read More.
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