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Safety Tips for Farming with Arthritis

by Tawnie Larson et al.

MF3470

Arthritis can make everyday farm tasks more difficult. This fact sheet from the Kansas AgrAbility Project suggests modifications and low-cost devices to help farmers accommodate limitations caused by arthritis. 2 pages, color.

Published Date: Oct 2019

Droplet Size Calibration: A New Approach to Effective Spraying

by John W. Slocombe

MF2869

This fact sheet includes steps and tables to help ensure proper calibration of spraying equipment for effective application of chemicals to crops. Revised with updated nozzle charts. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Jul 2019

Calibrating Boom Sprayers

by John W. Slocombe

MF2894

This revised guide helps producers calibrate boom sprayers to deliver the correct amount of pesticide for a particular field. Updated color-coded charts guide the decision-making process. 8 pages, color.

Revision Date: Jul 2019

Pumps for Applying Crop Protection Products

by John W. Slocombe

MF2895

This publication includes diagrams of several different types of pumps used in agricultural field spraying. It will help producers select pumps for different types of spraying operations. 8-page, b/w.

Revision Date: Jul 2019

Building a Low-Cost Mobile Cooling Unit

by Cary L. Rivard

MF3441

Instructions for building a low-cost mobile cooling unit to provide safe storage and transportation of fruits and vegetables. Includes procedures, list of materials, costs, suggested tools, labor requirements, and advice on electrical work and refrigeration. Illustrated. 8-page, color.

Published Date: May 2019

Narrow-row Grain Sorghum Production in Kansas

by Anserd, "AJ" Foster et al.

MF2388

This updated publication discusses many management considerations for producing narrow-row grain sorghum in Kansas. 6-page, color.

Revision Date: Aug 2018

Subsurface Drip Irrigation (SDI) in Kansas: An Overview

by Jonathan Aguilar Freddie R. Lamm Danny H. Rogers

MF3408

Subsurface drip irrigation (SDI) continues to be an effective choice for Kansas farmers. This overview defines SDI and outlines its progression as an irrigation system choice in Kansas. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: May 2018

Tips on Selecting a Soil Water Sensor

by Jonathan Aguilar

MF3407

Outlines factors to consider when choosing a soil water sensor in a clear and easy-to-follow graphic format. 1 page, color.

Published Date: May 2018

Guide to Managing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Risks for Employers and Supervisors (In the Landscaping and Horticultural Services Industry) SPANISH, Guía para Manejar los Riesgos de Segurid

by John Gamble

MF2715S

Translated into Spanish. Supervisor’s manual for safe practices in the landscape and horticultural services industry. Includes quizzes to test knowledge. 40 pages, b/w, white cover.

Revision Date: Apr 2018

Satellite Data and Agronomic Decisions

by Ignacio A. Ciampitti et al.

MF3398

This publication helps producers understand how to use satellite imagery to assist with on-farm agronomic decisions. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Feb 2018

Guidelines for Planning Cattle Feedlots

by Joseph P. Harner III et al.

MF3392

When planning a cattle feedlot, producers need to take into consideration a number of factors. This publication outlines factors including site selection, pen layout and sizing, feed bunks, water, and other environmental factors. 2 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Dec 2017

Guide to Managing Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Risks for Employers and Supervisors In the Landscaping and Horticultural Services Industry

MF2715

Supervisor’s manual for safe practices in the landscape and horticultural services industry. Includes quizzes to test knowledge. 40 pages, b/w, white cover.

Revision Date: Nov 2017

Biodiesel Fundamentals

by Logan Joos Edwin Brokesh

MF2906

Biodiesel is an alternative fuel that can be safely used in modern diesel engines. This publication explains its advantages as well as differences that should be taken into consideration when using the fuel in either its pure state or as a high percentage blend. 4 pages, b/w.

Revision Date: Nov 2017

Design and Management of Biofilters for Odor Reduction of Livestock Facilities

by Zifei Liu

MF3387

Biofiltration is an odor reducing technology that can be used to treat the exhaust air from mechanically ventilated livestock barns or covered manure storage facilities. This publication provides an overview of biofilter media, construction, management, and other factors to consider. 6 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Nov 2017

Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC): Guidelines for Kansas Farms

by Kerri Ebert Aleksey Y. Sheshukov Peter Tomlinson

MF3388

The Oil Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) program established reporting requirements for certain farms related to on-farm oil storage. This publication outlines the reporting requirements. 4 pages, color.

Published Date: Sep 2017