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Noxious Weeds, Category 9A: Integrated Pest Management and Pesticide Safety Education

S30

Integrated Pest Management and Pesticide Safety Education self-teaching manual to be used in preparation for the Kansas Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificate examination, Category 9A, Noxious Weeds. Control of weeds regulated under the Kansas Noxious Weed Law. For government employees only. (Revised September 2014) 64-page, color.

Revision Date: Sep 2014

Equipment to Reduce Spray Drift

by Robert E. Wolf John W. Slocombe

MF2445

Large droplets are not as likely to drift off-target as smaller droplets. This basic principle lies behind many innovations to reduce drift when spraying herbicides. Reviewed June 2014 by John W. Slocombe. 4-page, b/w.

Published Date: Mar 2000

Strategies to Reduce Spray Drift

by Robert E. Wolf

MF2444

Select a nozzle that produces coarser droplets, Use lower end of pressure range, Lower boom height, Increase nozzle size, Spray when wind speeds are under 10 mph, & away from sensitive crops.

Published Date: Mar 2000

Cleaning Field Sprayers

MF1089

Sprayer cleaning will prolong life of the sprayer, prevent unnecessary repairs, reduce contamination of surface & groundwater, and eliminate crop injury from equipment contamination. 4 pages, color.

Revision Date: Jun 2021

Forage Sampling Procedures and Equipment

by John W. Slocombe Lyle W. Lomas

MF3177

Forage sampling provides important information for ration formulation for livestock and market value of forage. Follow proper procedure to obtain the best and most accurate information from your samples. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Jan 2015

Large Round Bale Safety

by John W. Slocombe Lyle W. Lomas

MF2854

Making large round bales requires working with a baler and bale handling equipment. Begin safety awareness by reviewing operators manual for each piece of equipment. 8-page, b/w.

Published Date: Dec 2008

Control and Prevention of Hay Fires

by John W. Slocombe Lyle W. Lomas

MF2853

The most common cause of spontaneous combustion fires in hay is excessive moisture. Hay moisture over 20 percent leads to bacteria growth and excess heating. 4-page, b/w.

Published Date: Dec 2008

Large Round Bale Hay Storage

by Dale A. Blasi Randal K. Taylor

MF1066

Lists methods of hay storage. Round bales are not well suited for barn storage. Outdoor storage is practical in low-rainfall areas. Covers, stacking methods, & drainage reduce losses.

Revision Date: May 1995

Narrow Row Corn Production in Kansas

by Victor L. Martin Scott A. Staggenborg W. Barney Gordon

MF2516

Discusses agronomic considerations, machinery considerations and economic considerations of narrow row corn.

Published Date: Aug 2001

Subsurface Drip Irrigation for Alfalfa

by Mahbub Alam Danny H. Rogers Troy Dumler

MF2867

Subsurface drip irrigation can improve yields with less water than other irrigation. Consider spacing and depth of driplines, water quality, root intrusion, and rodents. 8-page, color.

Published Date: Mar 2009

No-Till Alfalfa Establishment after Small-Grain Cereals

by James P. Shroyer Scott A. Staggenborg William Heer

L875

A major concern in alfalfa production is stand establishment. In Kansas, most alfalfa is planted during August. With no-till alfalfa planting, more moisture is often available for germination.

Revision Date: Apr 2003

Irrigation Management for Alfalfa

by Mahbub Alam Danny H. Rogers

MF2868

Alfalfa requires more water than any other Kansas crop. It is considered drought tolerant because it can use up to 70 percent of available soil water without undue stress. 8-page.

Published Date: Mar 2009