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Fruit Trees and Frost

Rachael Boyle Apricots are more Phillips-Rooks District Extension Agent likely to have frost Agriculture and Natural Resources kill flowers than

If you are considering purchasing fruit trees this spring, there are certain factors that should be considered for some fruit tree species. Spring in Kansas is often unsettled with apricot and peach tree flowers being very vulnerable to late frosts that can kill fruit buds. Of course, the tree itself will be fine but there will be no to little fruit for that year. Other species of trees can also be affected but apricots and peaches are by far the most sensitive. Also, the closer a tree is to full bloom, the more sensitive it becomes to frost.

peaches because they bloom a bit earlier. Though there are late-blooming apricot varieties, the differences between full bloom on early and late-blooming varieties appears to be slight. Research at Virginia Tech in the 1990's showed a maximum of a 4-day difference between early and late varieties. However, in some years that may be all that is needed. The trees in the study that were considered late blooming included Hungarian Rose, Tilton and Harlayne. Harglow was not included in the study but is also considered late-blooming. See https://tinyurl.

State Line Shopper com/y35ntxau for excellent cold hardiness when in flower. more information. Peaches are next So, are there other The Department of Agon the list for being considerations when riculture Wednesday likely to be caught looking at possible announced the temby a late frost. With frost damage? Lo- porary suspension of peaches, two char- cation can be very past-due debt collecacteristics become important. Planting tions and foreclosures on a hill which alimportant when con- lows cold air to drain for distressed borrowsidering whether they to lower elevations ers under the Farm will be damaged. Like can help. Also, a lo- Storage Facility Loan apricots, bloom time cation in town will and the Direct Farm is very important but be more likely to Loan programs. The fruit bud hardiness have a warmer mi- measures are to proshould also be con- cro-climate than an vide relief to farmers sidered. In this case, exposed location. during the COVID-19 fruit bud hardiness Some gardeners will pandemic. USDA will refers to hardiness to add a heat source late frosts rather than under a tree during temporarily suspend the ability to survive cold nights if they non-judicial forecloextreme low tem- are close to a build- sures, debt offsets or garnishments, peratures during the ing. Heat lamps and wage charcoal briquettes and referring foreclowinter. Late bloomare sometimes used sures to the Departers included ‘Chi- but safety should be na Pearl’, ‘Encore’, the first consider- ment of Justice. USDA has extended deadlines ‘Intrepid’, and ‘Ris- ation. ingstar.’ See https:// For more informa- for producers to retinyurl.com/y35ntxau tion, please contact spond to loan servicfor more information. the local K-State Re- ing actions, including The ‘Intrepid’ culti- search and ExtenSudoku var also has shown sion Office.

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USDA Announces COVID-19 Farm Loan Relief loan deferral consid-

eration for financially distressed and delinquent borrowers. In addition, for the Guaranteed Loan program, flexibilities have been made available to lenders to assist in servicing their customers. The announcement expands previous actions to lessen financial hardship. According to USDA data, more than 12,000 borrowers, approximately ten percent of all borrowers, are eligible for the relief. The temporary suspension is in place until further notice and is expected to continue while the national COVID-19 disaster declaration is in place.

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Kansas Crop Progress and Condition

For the week ending January 24, 2021: Topsoil moisture supplies rated 21% very short, 34% short, 42% adequate, and 3% surplus, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Subsoil moisture supplies rated 16% very short, 37% short, 46% adequate, and 1% surplus. Field Crops Report:Winter wheat condition rated 7% very poor, 17% poor, 33% fair, 40% good, and 3% excellent. The next report will be issued February 22, 2021.

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Are you wondering about your crop’s fertility needs for this winter and coming spring? Or how to control that pesky Palmer Amaranth or Pigweed? Or managing your alfalfa crop especially with the challenging growing season from 2020? Well, don’t forget to tune in for our ONLINE agronomy series, “Crop Talk”, brought to you by the NC and NW Extension Districts and counties of K-State Research and Extension, slated to begin Tuesday, February 2 through Tuesday, March 9, which will highlight several topics important to crop producers. These will be on Tuesdays with some Wednesdays as well and each session will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. CST. In the NC and NW agronomy focused areas, the meetings will feature presentations and comments by K-State Research and Extension educators and faculty in other state Extension

departments, to enhance management strategies utilized by crop producers. Our KSU extension team has vast experience in crop production including fertility along with weed and insect management and we’re here to help solve and prevent production problems with reliable information. Planned topics of discussion include soil fertility for the 2021 growing season, weed management, corn and sorghum insects along with dryland corn dynamics and alfalfa management also with a time for questions between Kansas crop producers and extension specialists. Register ONLINE at https://www.northwest.k-state.edu/ events/crop-talk-series/index.html or call your local Extension Office. Once you register, a link to the ONLINE sessions will be emailed to you. CCA credits have been applied for with 1 credit for each session.

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Nebraska Corn Board welcomes Jobman as president of NeCGA On Jan. 21, 2021, Andy Jobman, a farmer from Gothenburg, was elected as president of the Nebraska Corn Growers Association (NeCGA) following the organization’s annual meeting. The Nebraska Corn Board (NCB) congratulates Jobman on his new role, and Nebraska’s corn checkoff looks forward to working with Jobman and NeCGA for the betterment of the agricultural industry. “Andy has been great to work with since he joined NeCGA in 2010,” said David Bruntz, chairman of NCB and farmer from Friend. “Throughout my time working with Andy, I’ve appreciated his level of engagement in various local, state and national meetings. He is always prepared and ready to tackle tough is-

sues impacting our nation’s corn industry. He’s a great active listener and takes time to hear all viewpoints. He’ll definitely be an asset to the association throughout his term.” Jobman will serve as president for two years before a new leader is elected, and he will then transition to chairman of the board. NCB also thanks Dan Nerud, farmer from Dorchester, who completed his term as president of NeCGA, a position he’s held since Dec. 2018. He now serves as chairman of the board. “It’s always exciting to welcome in new leadership, but it’s also bittersweet because we see great leaders conclude their service,” said Kelly Brunkhorst, executive director of NCB. “Working

with Dan has been a pleasure over these last two years and the Nebraska Corn Board greatly appreciates his commitment to the industry. Fortunately, while he may be finishing his time as president, I know Dan will continue to be very involved in the corn industry at the local and national levels, and I know we’ll be seeking his expertise from time to time.” Brunkhorst, who also serves as the executive director of NeCGA, encourages interested farmers to get involved with Nebraska’s corn industry by serving the checkoff or the association. To learn more about NCB and NeCGA, visit NebraskaCorn.org.

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State Line Shopper is on the low side and is demand for good cropsimilar to the past few land by farmers and ers stepping up to buy years. Despite the slow- investors will continue as well as a growing er ag land market, the for now, Dickhut prenumber of individual dollar amount of land dicted.In the land marinvestors. Buying in- that Farmers National ket, the same supportterest from farmers has Company is current- ing factors that have increased as they antic- ly selling for its clients been keeping ag land ipate a better income is near record levels at values stable the past year in 2020 than once $300 million,” Dickhut few years are expectthought,” Dickhut said. said. The New Year will ed to carry on in 2021. Higher commodity bring a renewed exam- The additional factor prices and the historic ination of the underly- driving land prices at influx of government ing factors propelling the end of 2020 is the stronger demand by payments in 2020 have land prices. helped the financial There will be no large condition of many influx of government farmers and therefore cash for producers in their interest in produc- 2021, but grain prices tive land.Demand for are significantly high- The Senate Agriculture all types of land has also er so that more of net Committee scheduled seen an increase. As a farm income will come a confirmation hearing result of COVID-19, a from the market. In- for Agriculture Secregrowing number of interest rates continue tary nominee Tom Vildividuals have become to be historically low, sack. The committee will interested in land as an which supports strong meet Tuesday, February investment. An individ- land prices. Looking 2, at 10:30 ET, to consider the nomination. ual might be interested ahead, the supply of Committee leadership, in a rural acreage so ag land on the market Michigan Democrat they can have a place will not change much Debbie Stabenow and outside an urban area as it remains mostly Arkansas Republican or it might be cropland inheritors, estates and John Boozman made the if they want a safe, long- non-operating families announcement Wednesterm investment. Bot- who sell. Farm financ- day. Vilsack is expected tomline, buying interest es will be adequate for to enjoy a smooth confor land in general is up. another year to avoid firmation process over“The overall supply of an increase in forced all. Vilsack previously good cropland for sale sales by lenders. Active served as Agriculture Secretary for all eight years of the Obama administration before heading up the U.S.

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What started out with better than expected sales prices at land auctions prior to fall harvest extended into very strong prices at some auctions during October and November, surprising many. “Farmers National Company had auction sales in several states during this time where land sold near levels last seen in 2012. In specific instances, prices for good quality cropland in the heart of the Midwest are up hundreds to thousands of dollars per acre more than anticipated,” said Randy Dickhut, senior vice president of real estate operations at Farmers National Company. What is propelling the land market and will

this current surge in prices continue? Agricultural land prices have been fairly stable in the past several years despite the gyrations of the ag economy. Producer incomes were taking hits, but the land market took it in stride except for the hardest hit areas or segments. The factors supporting the land market remained constant during this time, which included historically low interest rates, a lower supply of land for sale and adequate demand for good cropland about everywhere. The demand for land is the driver of the current land price surge. “Values for good cropland are strong right now with more farm-

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Harvard, Tufts, EH&E Scientists Find Corn Ethanol Reduces Carbon Emissions by Nearly 50% A comprehensive new study by scientists from Harvard University, Tufts University and Environmental Health & Engineering Inc. shows that using corn ethanol in place of gasoline reduces greenhouse gas emissions by almost half. The “central best estimate” of corn ethanol’s carbon intensity is 46% lower than the average carbon intensity of gasoline, according to the study’s authors,

with some corn ethanol in the market today achieving a 61% reduction. The study credits recent efficiency improvements and the adoption of new technologies for the steady reduction in the lifecycle carbon intensity of corn ethanol. The new study will be published in an upcoming volume of Environmental Research Letters, a well-respected academic journal. “This new study pro-

vides further validation that ethanol is a highly effective tool that for decarbonizing liquid transportation fuels and significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector,” said Renewable Fuels Association President & CEO Geoff Cooper. “And with ethanol, we don’t have to wait and hope for technological and economic breakthroughs. It’s here today at a low cost and

already has a proven track record. Ethanol can and should be allowed to do more to contribute to the fight against climate change, and that starts by breaking down the barriers to higher blends like E15, E30, and flex fuels like E85. As President Biden’s administration and the new Congress consider actions and policies to address climate change, we encourage them to examine the best available

Statement from Congressman Mann on Being Selected to Serve on the House Agriculture Committee I ran for Congress with clear intentions of advocating for Kansas agriculture and our conservative Kansas values. I am thrilled that I have been selected to serve on the House Agriculture Committee. With 60,000 farms in Kansas, agriculture dominates our economy and is crucial to our way of life. The Big First is made up of farmers, ranchers, feed lot managers, nutritionists, ethanol producers, ag lenders, and agribusiness owners who feed, fuel, and clothe the world. My roots in agriculture run deep. I grew up on a farm just south of Quinter, Kansas, and every person in my family has been involved in production agriculture in some way. I spent thousands of hours on a tractor and working on my family’s feed yard. I understand agricul-

ture and have a passion for our rural way of life. The values of faith, family, and caring for our neighbors are alive and well, and I will continue working to preserve them for future generations. As Congress becomes increasingly more urban, the distance from farm to fork has never been greater. It is vital to advocate for agriculture and rural America. I hit the ground running and have already made significant progress in our Nation’s Capital advancing issues that impact Kansas agriculture. I will focus on three priorities in my work on the House Agriculture Committee: 1. Protect and Strengthen Crop Insurance: Agriculture faces risks and uncertainty unlike any other industry, and we must make sure that producers have the tools

needed to manage this risk. 2. Stop Regulatory and Administrative Overreach: I will push back on regulations, conduct oversight as the Biden Administration introduces executive orders, and work to stop overreach from USDA, EPA, Interior, and other federal agencies. 3. Increase Trade: I will promote free and fair trade around the world and work for increased market access. Trade is essential to increase demand and thus prices for our farmers and

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Bill would connect Nebraska agriculture with local schools Americans to Eat Record 1.42 Nebraska Sen. Tom Brandt of Beatrice introduced a bill in the Nebraska Legislature on Jan. 14 that would establish farm-to-school programs statewide as part of the Nebraska Department of Education. The Nebraska Farmto-School Program Act would connect local farms to schools to provide the children with fresh and minimally processed foods. The bill would also present a new opportunity for local farmers to sell their products. “It opens up another sales point at the largest restaurant in the state of Nebraska, our school cafeterias,” Brandt said. Most of the schools, especially in rural areas, are fully supported by local property tax, Brandt said. A portion of the money is used to buy food from other states. The farm-to-school programs would support

local farms by having the money stay within the local economy. It's an economic development initiative for rural Nebraska, Brandt said. He said another benefit of the program might be that farmers can diversify what they produce. Schools would also have access to locally grown high-quality food to improve children’s nutrition. Nebraska is a leader in meats, dry beans, corn and soybeans. However, farmers in Nebraska also grow a variety of fruits, vegetables and other produce, Brandt said. A farm-to-school program coordinator would establish a database of all local farmers involved in the program and their products available to schools. The coordinator would also be responsible for informing all 244 public school districts and the state’s private schools about the op-

portunity to buy healthy food from local farmers. Alex McKiernan, owner of Robinette Farm in Martell, has been involved with planning the Farm-to-School Program Act since the early stages of its development. He said a program coordinator would help foster relationships between farmers and schools. “We've tried to reach out to schools and get more involvement from schools with small local farms, but it is a challenge to make that relationship work,” McKiernan said. Brandt said that the cost of establishing the position would be many times paid back. Farm-to-school programs already exist in Nebraska. The Nebraska Farm Bureau has a program called Ag in the Classroom that connects urban elementary students with penpals who are adults in agriculture.

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Another example is the Greenhouse-to-Cafeteria Program through the Center for Rural Affairs. Many schools also have Future Farmers of America chapters. However, many schools do not have any form of agricultural education. Half of the state's goods produced come from agriculture, yet there is very little education in schools associated with agriculture, McKiernan said. The bill’s second component is intended to promote agricultural education in primary, secondary and private schools. The program would include learning opportunities such as farm visits, cooking demonstrations, school gardening and composting programs, and activities that integrate nutrition and agricultural education into the school curriculum. “We need to create a passion in our young people for agriculture. We desperately need workers out here. There are so many opportunities in agriculture, in the state of Nebraska,” Brandt said.

Billion Chicken Wings for Super Bowl LV The National Chicken Council says consumers will eat two percent more chicken wings during the upcoming Super Bowl. On Super Bowl weekend, Americans will devour an estimated record of 1.42 billion wings while watching the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers battle for the Lombardi Trophy. The National Chicken Council’s annual Wing Report shows several reasons for the uptick. NCC spokesperson Tom Super says, "restaurants like wing joints and pizza places were built around takeout and delivery, so they didn't

have to change their business model that much during the pandemic." Wings also align with consumer desire for comfort food during the pandemic. Department of Agriculture data also confirms the demand. According to the most recent Cold Storage Reports, there was a 29 percent reduction in November and a 24 percent reduction in December in yearover-year wing inventories in cold storage, meaning restaurants and retailers took a lot of wings out of freezers and stocked up months in advance for the big game.

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Health rises to top of 2021 New Year’s resolutions K-State aging specialist encourages older adults to make yearly goals, too It may not be a surprise in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, but Kansas State University’s Erin Yelland said recent reports indicating that health is Americans’ most-common New Year’s resolution does go against past year’s trends. “In the past,” said Yelland, an assistant professor in the Department of Applied Human Sciences, “New Year’s resolutions typically were focused on money. Regarding health, people have been more focused on losing weight or eating a healthier diet.” Instead, people are now more focused on overall health, she said, including hygiene, wearing a mask, social distancing and staying free of the coronavirus. After health, Americans’ top resolutions in 2021 are self-improvement, money and family. Many New Year’s resolutions are unlikely to be fulfilled. Research in 2019 by Strava, a social network that tracks human exercise, reported that most people are likely to give up on their New Years resolution by Jan. 19. “Lack of self control is the most reported reason for individuals not reaching their goal,” Yelland said. “About 13% of people who make New Year’s resolutions go into it knowing they likely won’t accomplish their goal or follow through.” To increase the chance of success, Yelland suggests approaching New Year’s resolutions with three thoughts in mind: • Reduce the goal to something that is manageable. As an example, if your goal is to do 100 push-ups a day – but you haven’t done pushups for years – perhaps start by doing five push-

ups each day. • Implement a plan. Determine when progress toward the goal can be fit into your daily life. Exercise may be easier in the morning, or perhaps during a lunch break. Find a routine and stick with it. • Celebrate accomplishments. Take the time to recognize success or progress, and do something that makes you happy about what you’ve been doing. Yelland, who studies aging issues for K-State Research and Extension, notes that older people are less likely to make New Year’s resolutions. “Researchers report that 89% of millennials (approximately ages 24 -39) have resolutions,” she said. “But as you get older, the research notes that only 61% of Baby Boomers (ages 56-74) have resolutions.” Yelland said many older Americans who make yearly resolutions are more likely to follow through. Some of the resolutions that are most common include: • Review legal documents, such as the Power of Attorney for health care; a Living Will; and financial documents. • Get up-to-date on vaccinations, including a yearly flu shot. • Make an inventory of current medications. Get rid of old medications, including expired over-the-counter medications. • Try or learn something new. Technology is one option, and may allow older adults to spend more time with their children or grandchildren. • Get rid of clutter around the house. Reduce your possessions so that you’re not passing that chore on to the next generation. Removing clutter also reduces the

risk of falls around the house. “Making goals throughout the year is really a smart idea because we need to remind ourselves that we can’t accomplish everything immediately,” Yelland said. “Keeping something in mind, or working toward something, can be really valuable for you and your mental health and well-being. It gives you purpose and motivation to keep doing things.” When safe, Yelland said older adults should invite family members to help with New Year’s resolutions. “Think about how they can help you go through medications or update legal documents,” she said. “It makes those things more fun, and you can learn to play together.”

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