Tag: Southwind Extension District
A substantially smaller Allen County Fair is coming to Riverside Park in late July. Fair Board members voted last week for a pared-down version of the fair due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The fair will…
From the Kansas State University website, “K-State Research and Extension is a partnership between Kansas State University and the federal, state, and county governments. Research completed is used by extension agents and others to help…
Forgive Karen Blakeslee if she happens to tell you to mind your peas and carrots these days. She certainly means well. That’s because the Kansas State University food safety specialist knows it’s nearly that time…
No one is immune to elder abuse — it can happen to anyone, at any time, and anywhere. Often a silent problem, elder abuse can rob older adults of their dignity and security and leave…
Did you find a rock at the park and don’t know what kind it is? What about fossils? If you would like to learn more about rocks, minerals and fossils, then dive into the geology…
Trees are a huge asset to the landscape. Did you know that according to research, just three properly placed trees can save between $100 and $250 per year in energy costs? Whether you have just…
The COVID-19 situation has affected many families. From layoffs and closures to limited schedules, farm markets and potential furloughs, financial strain is a real issue. A sudden drop in income, no matter the reason, can…
In rural Kansas, the farm pond is a central part of family life. Aside from providing a water source for range cattle and other livestock, some ponds provide recreation for family members, including swimming, fishing…
Early May is the ideal time to put fertilizer on native hay meadows. Several years ago Woodson County Extension had a demonstration plot on a native hay meadow south of Yates Center. With over 15…
The recent renewed interest in gardening is exciting. I’m happy to see more people become interested in growing their own food. Gardening not only provides us with nutritious food, it is also good exercise and…
