News Archives
2024
December 16, 2024
Farm and Ranch Transition Conference Coming to Wichita
The Farm and Ranch Transition Conferences, coming to Wichita on February 26, 2025, aim to assist farmers and ranchers in developing a plan to transition their operations to the next generation.
October 7, 2024
Pesticide Applicator Workshop in November to Help Train Commercial Horticulture Industry
The 2024 Commercial Pesticide Applicator Training Workshop, for those that work as applicators of turf and ornamental pest management products, will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the K-State Research & Extension Education Center, 7001 W. 21st St. N. in Wichita, KS.
August 6, 2024
Reducing Water Use in Landscaping
As temperatures rise and the time between rains decreases, many homeowners begin to increase the frequency of watering their outdoor plants, and when a whole community of folks engage in watering it can impact both the amount and quality of water available.
July 29, 2024
K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent Matthew McKernan offers tips on how technology can be used by consumers to conserve water inside and outside the home.
July 2, 2024
Plant a Row for the Hungry Program Aims to Reduce Local Food Insecurity
Plant a Row for the Hungry kicks off its 24th year in Sedgwick County this month, by asking all gardeners to plant a little extra this season and share the surplus with those in need throughout our community.
June 14, 2024
Garden Enthusiasts Invited to Info Meeting for Extension Master Gardener Program
The Extension Master Gardener Program continues to grow and is seeking new individuals to join. Consider becoming an Extension Master Gardener!
April 12, 2024
Garden Tour Offers Inspiration, Tranquility
The popular Garden Tour returns for 2024 with an inviting array of thoughtfully designed flowerbeds, shady woodland backyard retreats, and calming water features.
March 14, 2024
Spring Garden Fair Celebrates Blooms, Bees & Butterflies!
Celebrate spring and find inspiration to improve your garden at the 2024 Spring Garden Fair, hosted by the Sedgwick County Extension Master Gardeners.
February 15, 2024
Tools & Treasures Sale: Garden Deals for Everyone
Improve your garden or landscape while supporting a great cause at the 6th annual Tools & Treasures Sale.
January 30, 2024
Nobel Peace Prize Winner Highlights Feb. 7 K-State Garden Hour
Nobel Peace Prize winner Charles Rice will highlight Kansas State University’s popular Garden Hour series on Feb. 7 when he gives a talk on strategies related to successfully gardening in a changing climate.