2023 - Alfalfa Worms in Kansas...Non-Native Phragmites

Worms in Alfalfa Controlling Phragmites Nutrition Program for Gestating Cows   00:01:05 – Worms in Alfalfa: Jeff Whitworth, K-State crop entomologist, begins the show by talking about worms in alfalfa. He shares his recommendations for alfalfa caterpillars, beet armyworms, fall armyworms and garden webworms.    00:12:05 – Controlling Phragmites: K-State weed specialist Sarah Lancaster continues today's show discussing phragmites and how to tell the difference between native and non-native species. Managing Phragmites in Waterways, Wetlands and Roadsides EDD MapS   00:23:05 – Nutrition Program for Gestating Cows: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk explaining why it's important for dairy farmers to have a nutrition program specifically designed for gestating cows.       Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to [email protected].   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan