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Rotations and Cultural Practices
by Kraig L. Roozeboom et al.
MF2908
A crop rotation system with optimal intensity and diversity is important for success with no-till. The full advantage of no-till may not be realized for several years. 8-page, color.Published Date: Oct 2009
Phytoremediation: Protecting the Environment with Plants
MF3067
Phytoremediation uses vegetation to contain, sequester, remove, or degrade inorganic and organic contaminants in soil, sediment, surface water, and groundwater. Kansas State University developed a phytoremediation database. The database contains more than 120 contaminants and 1,130 plant species. 8 p.Published Date: Aug 2012
Gardening on Brownfields: Obtaining Property Information and Site History
by Sabine E. Martin Ganga M. Hettiarachchi
MF3078
A brownfield site is a former industrial, commercial, or residential site where soil use is affected by environmental contamination. Research county records of deeds, historical records, maps, EPA, fire department, property owners, neighbors, and local government. Examine property for signs of contamination. 2 pages, color.Revision Date: Nov 2017
Solid Manure Nutrient Credit Work Sheet
by Ray E. Lamond Dale F. Leikam
PM48
Calculate the amount of crop available nutrients to credit warm season crops in the year of manure application.Published Date: Oct 2003
Liquid Manure Nutrient Credit Work Sheet
by Ray E. Lamond Dale F. Leikam
PM49
This work sheet is used to calculate the amount of crop available nutrients to credit warm season crops in the year of manure application.Published Date: Oct 2003
Land Judging and Homesite Evaluation Guidebook
S34
This manual will assist you in learning more about such things as texture, structure, horizons, depth, permeability, erosion, slope,and capability classes. 32-page, b/w.Revision Date: Sep 2010
Use of Biosolids on Agricultural Land: Agronomic, Environmental, and Safety Considerations
by G. Morgan Powell Dorivar A. Ruiz Diaz DeAnn Presley
MF2878
The term biosolids refers to matter that is separated from wastewater during treatment. Biosolids are used as soil amendments to improve soil and increase crop production. 8 p.Published Date: Mar 2009
Estimating Soil Texture by Feel
MF2852
Soil texture is the proportion of sand, silt, and clay in soil, the most important soil property. Feeling soil texture by hand is quick, free, and, with practice, highly accurate. 4-page.Published Date: Sep 2008
Soil Testing Laboratory
MF734
This brochure explains what soil tests are available and how to submit a sample to the K-State Soil Testing Laboratory. Full-color brochure.Revision Date: Jun 2016
Management Practices Affecting Nitrogen Loss from Urea
MF894
Ammonia can form in soils following application of urea fertilizers. If urea is surface-applied and not incorporated by tillage or moisture, there is potential for ammonia loss. 4 pages, color.Revision Date: Jun 2021
Sulphur in Kansas: Plant, Soil, and Fertilizer Considerations
MF2264
Deficiencies of sulphur in crop production are increasing, in Kansas and worldwide. The purpose of this publication is to discuss sulphur in terms of plant, soil, and fertilizer considerations. Crops lacking sulphur may be pale yellow, stunted, thin-stemmed and spindly. 4-page, 2-color.Published Date: Jul 1997
Establishing Riparian Buffers
MF2489
Guide to establishing barriers for wildlife improvement and water quality improvement. 4 p.Published Date: Mar 2001
Value of Crop Residue
MF2604
Plant residue controls soil erosion, prevents crusting, improves water infiltration, and reduces evaporation. Crop residue contains nutrients.Published Date: Oct 2003
Birds of Kansas Streamside Forests
by Chuck Otte Charles J. Barden
MF2648
Information to help landowners manage streamside forests to benefit birds and where to find support for improvement projects. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Sep 2017
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