sunflower extension district #6
TRANSCRIPT
June 2019
Cutting Height of Wheat Affects Next Year’s Corn and Sorghum………………………..
…………………………………………………………………......Crop Production page
Keep track of chemistry to reduce horn fly resistance……………...….….Livestock page
Basic First Aid……………………………….…...………….....Family & Consumer page
4-H Youth Experiences…………………….……………....4-H Youth Development page
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
All continuing Sunflower District 4-H members must re-enroll and pay the annual State 4-H Enrollment Fee by December 1, or on the next business day if it falls on a Saturday or a Sunday, of the current 4-H year to participate in the County Fair 4-H Division.
As of December 1, or on the next business day if it falls on a Saturday or a Sunday, Extension Office reminders will only be sent to currently enrolled 4-H families.
The last day to drop or add a project is May 1 of the current 4-H year.
Some Projects require enrollment prior to participation. New Sunflower District 4-H members must enroll and pay the annual State 4-H Enrollment Fee by May 1 of the current 4-H year to participate in the County Fair 4-H Division.
Note: Some projects require enrollment prior to participation. Enrollment online at: http://www.sunflower.k-state.edu/4-h/
K-State, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating. All educa- tion programs and materials available without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. Sunflower Extension District #6/Goodland. 785-890-4880.
Are you a continuing Sunflower District 4-H member? Do you plan to show at the fair in the 4-H Division? -Re-enroll and pay the State $15 fee by December 1, or on the next business day if it falls on a Saturday or Sunday, of each year to be eligible to show in the County Fair 4-H Division! Fee can be paid by cash or check or credit card! -Drop/add project deadline remains May 1 unless a project re- quires an earlier enrollment. Project information can found at the following link: http://www.sunflower.k-state.edu/4-h/ county_projects/index.html
K-State Wheat Plot Tours June 11—Wallace County June 11– Sherman County June 12– Cheyenne County 6:30 am MT breakfast at CAB 5:30 pm MT at F&J Farms 5:30 pm CT at Sunny Crest Farms 7:30 am plot tour at Mai Farms (7 miles N of Goodland on Hwy 27) (5 miles S of Wheeler on Hwy 2) 10:00 am plot tour at E&H Farms Supper to follow at the 4-H Bldg Supper to follow at American Imp.
As you are thinking about wheat harvest, there are
many factors to consider. One that may not get a great deal
of attention is the cutter bar height. K-State has researched
using stripper header for wheat harvest. In addition to using
a stripper header, this research includes both low and high
cutter-bar heights.
central Great Plains often occurs following wheat in a 3-year
rotation (wheat-summer crop-fallow). Wheat residue pro-
vides numerous benefits, including evaporation suppression,
delayed weed growth, improved capture of winter snowfall,
and soil erosion reductions. Stubble height affects wind ve-
locity profile, surface radiation interception, and surface
temperatures, all of which affect evaporation suppression
and winter snow catch. Taller wheat stubble is also benefi-
cial to pheasants in postharvest and overwinter fallow peri-
ods. Using stripper headers increases harvest capacity and
provides taller wheat stubble than previously attainable with
conventional small-grains platforms. Increasing wheat cut-
ting heights or using a stripper header should further im-
prove the effectiveness of standing wheat stubble. The pur-
pose of this study is to evaluate the effect of wheat stubble
height on subsequent summer row crop yields.
Experimental Procedures
2007 through 2017, corn and grain sorghum were planted
into standing wheat stubble of three heights. Optimal (high)
cutter-bar height is the height necessary to maximize both
grain harvested and standing stubble remaining (typically
around two-thirds of total plant height), the short cut treat-
ment was half of
stubble remaining after stripper header harvest. For
2017, these heights were 20, 10, and 30 in. (cut after 2016
wheat harvest). In 2017, corn and grain sorghum were seed-
ed at rates of 15,000 seeds/a and 45,000 seeds/a, respective-
ly. Nitrogen was applied to all plots at a rate of 80 lb/a.
Starter fertilizer (10-34-0 nitrogen–phosphorus–potassium
(N-P-K)) was surface-dribbled off-row at a rate of 7 gal/a.
Plots were 40 × 60 ft, with treatments arranged in a random-
ized complete block design with six replications. Two rows
from the center of each plot were harvested with a plot com-
bine for yield and yield component analysis. Soil water
measurements were obtained with neutron attenuation to a
depth of 6 ft, in 1-ft increments at seeding and harvest to
determine water use and water use efficiency.
Results and Discussion
cipitation with more than 4 inches received in April, May,
and July. This produced above average yields for both corn
and sorghum. With the good growing conditions, stubble
height had little effect on corn yield or other parameters.
When averaged across 2007 to 2017, corn yields were 9 bu/a
greater in high or strip-cut than low-cut wheat stubble (Table
1). Biomass production and water use efficiency were also
greater with the taller stubble.
Grain sorghum yields in 2017 were not affected by
stubble height. When averaged across years from 2007
through 2017, the highest yields were obtained in the high-
cut stubble but were not significantly greater than the other
stubble heights. None of the other measured parameters for
grain sorghum were affected by wheat stubble height except
for greater water use efficiency in high-cut vs. low-cut stub-
ble.
Additional data tables are available in the full research re-
port. That report is available at www.sunflower.ksu.edu/
agronomy or www.newprairiepress.org
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Cutting Height of Wheat Affects Next Year’s Corn and Sorghum
Stubble
Bu/ac - - - - lb/ac - - - - oz no./head lb/in -- - - - 103/ac - - - -
Low 81 b 13.9 13.8 9830 b 6001 10.81 518 300 b
High 90 a 14.0 14.2 10713 a 6445 11.11 508 336 a
Strip 90 a 14.0 14.2 10873 a 6591 11.04 539 336 a
LSD0.05 5 0.4 0.6 626 551 0.28 78 19
Table 1. Corn yield, biomass, and yield components as affected by stubble height, Tribune, KS, 2007-2017
Keep track of chemistry to reduce horn fly resistance
Horn flies are estimated to cost the beef industry over $1 billion annually. These loses come from reduced
weight gain, reduced milk production, less efficient use of forage, treatment of diseases transmitted by arthro-
pods, direct physical harm and the cost of trying to control or reduce pest populations. When horn flies are
controlled, growing cattle are estimated to gain an extra 0.2 pounds per day.
Ear tags, sprays, pour-ons and direct application via dust bags or rubs are all methods that have been used to
deliver insecticides. A majority contain either organophosphates or pyrethroids. Repeated use of the same
class of compound leads to the development of resistant flies. A key management step to prevent the devel-
opment of resistance is to rotate the mode of action of the compound used. Continuous use of the same in-
secticide class will eventually result in horn fly resistance. To help ensure you are rotating your fly control
products refer to the list below with chemical subgroup and active ingredients of commonly available prod-
ucts. When you see piperonyl butoxide on the active ingredient list, it is used as a synergist that has no pesti-
cide activity on its own, rather is enhances the potency of some pesticides.
Organophosphate Products – chlorpyrifos, coumaphos, diazinon, dichlorvos, phosmet, pirimiphos methyl,
tetrachlorvinphos
thrins, zeta-cypermethrin.
idectin.
Benzoylureas - diflubenzuron
Suggested ear tag rotation: Year 1= pyrethroid; Year 2 = organophosphate; Year 3= macrocylic lactone; Year 4
= combination product of pyrethroid and organophosphate.
If using ear tags for fly control refer to the label for number and estimated length of effectiveness. Few if any
will last an entire grazing season. If tags become ineffective, do not re-tag cattle regardless of the type of in-
secticide. When ear tags lose their effectiveness, they should be removed so resistance is not built up further.
Always remove fly control tags at the end of the fly season. If additional horn fly control is needed later in the
year, use sprays, pour-ons, dust bags or back rubbers. If possible, alternate insecticide classes when changing
control methods.
If in doubt about the classification of insecticides, refer to this list or check with your veterinarian or local
county extension office. Rotate class of insecticide used and remove fly tags when they are no longer effective
to minimize the development of resistance. Sandy Johnson, [email protected] .
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Livestock By: Sandy Johnson, Extension Beef Specialist
Family & Consumer Science By: Melinda Daily
Basic First Aid
what comes to mind?
Many of us carry first aid kits in our vehicles. Some
have taken some first aid trainings. Why do we do this?
Perhaps we want to be prepared to help someone in an
emergency situation.
First Aid is the help given to a person who is injured before professional medical treatment can be obtained.
The aims of any first aid are to: Preserve life; Prevent further harm; Promote recovery; and Provide comfort to
the person who is ill or injured.
Mental Health First Aid is the help offered to a person developing a mental health problem or experi-
encing a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate treatment and support are received or
until the crisis resolves. The aims of Mental Health First Aid are to: Preserve life when a person may be a
danger to self or others; Provide help to prevent the problem from becoming more serious; Promote and
enhance recovery; and Provide comfort and support.
Basically, both Mental and Basic First Aid are the same, but people look at it differently.
Mental Health First Aid teaches the public how to recognize symptoms of mental health problems, how to
offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate treatments and other supportive
help. It does not teach people to be a therapists. However we all can do our part.
Knowledge and skills can help us to navigate an emergency and can potentially prevent a medical emergency
through early intervention.
Most of us assume mental illness is something that only affects others and believe it won’t affect our family
or friends. The truth is that mental health problems are more common than heart disease, lung disease and
cancer combined. Mental health issues affect all of society in some way, shape, or form. It is most likely you
will encounter someone in your family, workplace, school, church, or community who lives with a diagnosed
mental disorder.
During this next year, Sunflower Extension District will be offering Mental Health First Aid trainings
in all three counties for anyone interested in attending. Watch for the dates and times for each county.
“We envision a future when everyone with a mental illness will
recover, a future when mental illnesses can be prevented or
cured, and a future when mental illnesses are detected early,
and a future when everyone with a mental illness at any stage
of life has access to effective treatment and supports essentials
for living, working, learning, and participating fully in the
community.”
President’s New Freedom Commission on Mental Health report, 2003.
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
4-H Youth Development By: Karen Nelson
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Contact: Karen Nelson, 4-H Youth Development Agent
Sunflower District—785.890.4880 [email protected]
Why 4-H Clubs and Positive Youth Development Experiences? When youth develop important life skills through positive and sustained relationships with caring adults,
good things happen. Youth develop competence, confidence and character. They become connected to their community and learn to care about others. These outcomes result in reduced risky behaviors of youth and a positive contribution to their families and communities. (4-H Study of Positive Youth Development)
Youth learn skills that support school readiness and prepare them for the workforce. Why 4-H Communication Events? Youth: Learn written, oral, and visual communication skills. Develop self-confidence through public presentations. Practice self-expression and creativity. Learn how to organize and present information Why 4-H Ambassadors, Jr. Leaders, Camp Counselors? Youth: Gain skills to prepare for future careers.
Filling out an application and an interview gives youth an experience similar to applying for a job.
Learn to be responsible, develop planning and organizational skills, and practice good communication skills. Why 4-H Animal Science Project? Youth: Gain knowledge to produce livestock and enter an agricultural related field. Gain skills they can use in all areas of their lives including getting along with others, responsibility for living
things, perseverance, initiative, and real world consequences for choices and actions. Why 4-H Camp? Youth: Participate in cooperative group living; making new friends, developing new skills, and becoming more
independent. Cabin group living encourages communication skills and teamwork. Why 4-H Club Officers? Youth: Practice leadership skills (communication, planning, organization, coordination) that will benefit them as
they prepare for college, jobs, and life. Gain an understanding of what it means to contribute to a group effort. Learn to pass on knowledge to younger members. Why 4-H Community Service? Youth: Have an opportunity to develop a positive self-image. Develop public speaking, leadership, and decision making skills; helping them positively contribute to their
community. (4-H Study of Positive Youth Development) Gain knowledge and skills to participate in working on or solving local or global issues/problems.
The Cheyenne County 4-Her
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Important Deadlines- June 1– County Breeding Ewe, Gilt and Doe Ownership ID’s Due June 14– State Commercial Heifer, Sheep, Swine and Goat Nominations Due June 14– District Horse Show Entry Due June 14– County Livestock Registration Papers due in Exhibitor’s Name
Sunflower Buckle Series 4-H & Open Horse Show
~ Goodland June 1 ~ ~ St. Francis June 8~
~ Sharon Springs June 15 ~ Awards given at each show 1st thru 5th
Overall High Point Buckles for Junior, Intermediate, Senior and Open
Online Entries, Times & Information At sunflower.ksu.edu
Or contact your local Extension Office
2019 Cheyenne County Fair July 31 thru August 3 “There’s No Time Like Fair Time”
Fishing Clinic June 4
Contact the Extension Office with questions 785-332-3171
Get Your Drone On July 9
9:00 a.m—3:00 p.m. CT Cheyenne County Fairbuilding
Registration due June 28 Contact the Extension Office with question 785-332-3171
https://www.sunflower.k- state.edu/
1CN Co. Spring
YQCA
deadline
Rock Springs
4-H Camp
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Affidavits— Swine, Sheep, Goats
State Nomination Deadline for
The Sherman County June 2019 Issue
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June 1 - Horse Show June3 - County Camp Fees Due June 4 - Fishing Clinic June 6 - Drone Day Camp June 11 - Wheat Tour / Ruleton Eager Beavers June 14 - Prairie Dale Community Event June 15 - Commercial Heifers Nominations Due June 15 - Small Animal Nominations Due June 16 - Happy Fathers Day June 17 - Country Clovers June 19 - Camp Counselors leave to camp June 20 - Kids A Cooking Reg. Due June 20 - 23 Rock Springs 4-H Camp June 24 - 27 Kids A Cooking Camp
Important Dates
Fishing Clinic, June 4th, at Bellamy’s. Transportation & lunch provided.
Open to ages 7-12. The cost is $5.00. Meet at the Sherman County Fairgrounds no later than 8:00 AM
The session runs from 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Registration is limited to 35 and due
by Tuesday, May 28, 2019.
NEW * Drone Day Camp, June 6, 2019. Northwest Technical College Precision Ag Building
Open to ages 9-13 years old. Cost $5.00
The session is from 9 AM – 3 PM Registration is limited to 16 and due by May 28, 2019.
Kids A Cookin’ Camp, June 24--27, 2019. The class will take place from 10:00 - 11:30 AM Daily.
Sign up for the sessions you wish to attend. Kids ages 8 –11, Registration Due - Thursday, June 20, 2019.
The class is limited to 20. No charge.
NEW * Food, Culture, & Reading, July 8-11, 2019. At the Goodland Public Library
10:00 - 11:30 AM Daily Grades 2nd – 7th
Registration due by July 5, 2019. No Charge.
NEW * Fair Day Camp , August 1, 2019. At the fairgrounds in Goodland.
8:00-12:45 PM, for ages 6-10, the cost is $5.00. Registration is limited to 20 and due by Thursday, July 25, 2019.
Call the Extension Office (785-890-4880)
to register for all activities.
Events sponsored by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation & the Sherman County 4-H Council.
Fair Theme
Peri Sieck *Ethan Wolf
Our apologies to Peri Sieck for missing her with graduating Seniors in the May Newsletter!
All 4-H entries are due Wednesday, July 10, 2019, by 5:00 PM. MDT
https://www.nwksfair.com/
Pre-Fair & Fair week information can be found at the NWKS District Free Fair Website:
https://www.nwksfair.com/schedule/
Graduates
https://www.sunflower.k-state.edu/
https://www.facebook.com/
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June 20-23
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Dates to Remember
June
1– Sherman Co Horse Show - Cheyenne Co Livestock Show 4– Fishing Clinic 4-7– Kids A Cookin 5– Extension Board Mtg 8– Cheyenne Co Horse Show 10– 4-H Council Mtg—Wallace 15– Wallace Co Horse Show 19– Counselors to Camp 20-23– 4-H Camp—Rock Springs 23-26—Campference—Rock Springs 27– Drone Camp—CAB 29– Thomas Co Horse Show
July 2—Day Camp 3– Extension Board Mtg 4– Office Closed/Independence Day!! 8– 4-H Council Mtg—Sharon Springs 19– Fair Clean up 20-27– FAIR WEEK 28– 4-H Council Meeting
Join Us For Kids A Cookin’ !!
June 4, 5, 6 & 7
@ the CAB
fun activities!!!
Please contact the Extension Office for more information or to sign your child up!!
Fishing Clinic June 4, 2019 @ Bellamy’s
It is open for ages 7-12. The cost is $5.00.
Call 852-4285 to register.
Wallace County Day Camp July 2, 2019
8 a.m.-12 p.m. @ The South Park 1 meal included, $5 a child
2019 Wallace Co Fair July 20-27, 2019
“American Flare at the Wallace County Fair”
Get Your Drone On June 27, 2019
9:00 a.m—3:00 p.m. MT Wallace County CAB
Registration due June 21 Contact the Extension Office with question 785-852-4285
June 2019 Wallace County
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Campference—Rock Springs
4-H Camp– cont.
Goodland Office Sharon Springs Office St. Francis Office Karen Nelson Melinda Daily 4-H Youth Development Agent/Director Family & Consumer Science Agent [email protected] [email protected] Sherri Keith Wendy Benisch Linda Elfers Office Professional Office Professional Agent Assistant [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] K-State Northwest Research and Extension Center - Colby Jeanne Falk Jones Multi-County Agronomist for Cheyenne, Sherman, and Wallace Counties [email protected]
K-State Research and Extension is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. If you have special requirements due to physical, vision or hearing disability, or a dietary restriction please contact Karen Nelson at (785)890-4880.
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Cutting Height of Wheat Affects Next Year’s Corn and Sorghum………………………..
…………………………………………………………………......Crop Production page
Keep track of chemistry to reduce horn fly resistance……………...….….Livestock page
Basic First Aid……………………………….…...………….....Family & Consumer page
4-H Youth Experiences…………………….……………....4-H Youth Development page
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
All continuing Sunflower District 4-H members must re-enroll and pay the annual State 4-H Enrollment Fee by December 1, or on the next business day if it falls on a Saturday or a Sunday, of the current 4-H year to participate in the County Fair 4-H Division.
As of December 1, or on the next business day if it falls on a Saturday or a Sunday, Extension Office reminders will only be sent to currently enrolled 4-H families.
The last day to drop or add a project is May 1 of the current 4-H year.
Some Projects require enrollment prior to participation. New Sunflower District 4-H members must enroll and pay the annual State 4-H Enrollment Fee by May 1 of the current 4-H year to participate in the County Fair 4-H Division.
Note: Some projects require enrollment prior to participation. Enrollment online at: http://www.sunflower.k-state.edu/4-h/
K-State, County Extension Councils, Extension Districts, and U.S. Department of Agriculture Cooperating. All educa- tion programs and materials available without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. Sunflower Extension District #6/Goodland. 785-890-4880.
Are you a continuing Sunflower District 4-H member? Do you plan to show at the fair in the 4-H Division? -Re-enroll and pay the State $15 fee by December 1, or on the next business day if it falls on a Saturday or Sunday, of each year to be eligible to show in the County Fair 4-H Division! Fee can be paid by cash or check or credit card! -Drop/add project deadline remains May 1 unless a project re- quires an earlier enrollment. Project information can found at the following link: http://www.sunflower.k-state.edu/4-h/ county_projects/index.html
K-State Wheat Plot Tours June 11—Wallace County June 11– Sherman County June 12– Cheyenne County 6:30 am MT breakfast at CAB 5:30 pm MT at F&J Farms 5:30 pm CT at Sunny Crest Farms 7:30 am plot tour at Mai Farms (7 miles N of Goodland on Hwy 27) (5 miles S of Wheeler on Hwy 2) 10:00 am plot tour at E&H Farms Supper to follow at the 4-H Bldg Supper to follow at American Imp.
As you are thinking about wheat harvest, there are
many factors to consider. One that may not get a great deal
of attention is the cutter bar height. K-State has researched
using stripper header for wheat harvest. In addition to using
a stripper header, this research includes both low and high
cutter-bar heights.
central Great Plains often occurs following wheat in a 3-year
rotation (wheat-summer crop-fallow). Wheat residue pro-
vides numerous benefits, including evaporation suppression,
delayed weed growth, improved capture of winter snowfall,
and soil erosion reductions. Stubble height affects wind ve-
locity profile, surface radiation interception, and surface
temperatures, all of which affect evaporation suppression
and winter snow catch. Taller wheat stubble is also benefi-
cial to pheasants in postharvest and overwinter fallow peri-
ods. Using stripper headers increases harvest capacity and
provides taller wheat stubble than previously attainable with
conventional small-grains platforms. Increasing wheat cut-
ting heights or using a stripper header should further im-
prove the effectiveness of standing wheat stubble. The pur-
pose of this study is to evaluate the effect of wheat stubble
height on subsequent summer row crop yields.
Experimental Procedures
2007 through 2017, corn and grain sorghum were planted
into standing wheat stubble of three heights. Optimal (high)
cutter-bar height is the height necessary to maximize both
grain harvested and standing stubble remaining (typically
around two-thirds of total plant height), the short cut treat-
ment was half of
stubble remaining after stripper header harvest. For
2017, these heights were 20, 10, and 30 in. (cut after 2016
wheat harvest). In 2017, corn and grain sorghum were seed-
ed at rates of 15,000 seeds/a and 45,000 seeds/a, respective-
ly. Nitrogen was applied to all plots at a rate of 80 lb/a.
Starter fertilizer (10-34-0 nitrogen–phosphorus–potassium
(N-P-K)) was surface-dribbled off-row at a rate of 7 gal/a.
Plots were 40 × 60 ft, with treatments arranged in a random-
ized complete block design with six replications. Two rows
from the center of each plot were harvested with a plot com-
bine for yield and yield component analysis. Soil water
measurements were obtained with neutron attenuation to a
depth of 6 ft, in 1-ft increments at seeding and harvest to
determine water use and water use efficiency.
Results and Discussion
cipitation with more than 4 inches received in April, May,
and July. This produced above average yields for both corn
and sorghum. With the good growing conditions, stubble
height had little effect on corn yield or other parameters.
When averaged across 2007 to 2017, corn yields were 9 bu/a
greater in high or strip-cut than low-cut wheat stubble (Table
1). Biomass production and water use efficiency were also
greater with the taller stubble.
Grain sorghum yields in 2017 were not affected by
stubble height. When averaged across years from 2007
through 2017, the highest yields were obtained in the high-
cut stubble but were not significantly greater than the other
stubble heights. None of the other measured parameters for
grain sorghum were affected by wheat stubble height except
for greater water use efficiency in high-cut vs. low-cut stub-
ble.
Additional data tables are available in the full research re-
port. That report is available at www.sunflower.ksu.edu/
agronomy or www.newprairiepress.org
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Cutting Height of Wheat Affects Next Year’s Corn and Sorghum
Stubble
Bu/ac - - - - lb/ac - - - - oz no./head lb/in -- - - - 103/ac - - - -
Low 81 b 13.9 13.8 9830 b 6001 10.81 518 300 b
High 90 a 14.0 14.2 10713 a 6445 11.11 508 336 a
Strip 90 a 14.0 14.2 10873 a 6591 11.04 539 336 a
LSD0.05 5 0.4 0.6 626 551 0.28 78 19
Table 1. Corn yield, biomass, and yield components as affected by stubble height, Tribune, KS, 2007-2017
Keep track of chemistry to reduce horn fly resistance
Horn flies are estimated to cost the beef industry over $1 billion annually. These loses come from reduced
weight gain, reduced milk production, less efficient use of forage, treatment of diseases transmitted by arthro-
pods, direct physical harm and the cost of trying to control or reduce pest populations. When horn flies are
controlled, growing cattle are estimated to gain an extra 0.2 pounds per day.
Ear tags, sprays, pour-ons and direct application via dust bags or rubs are all methods that have been used to
deliver insecticides. A majority contain either organophosphates or pyrethroids. Repeated use of the same
class of compound leads to the development of resistant flies. A key management step to prevent the devel-
opment of resistance is to rotate the mode of action of the compound used. Continuous use of the same in-
secticide class will eventually result in horn fly resistance. To help ensure you are rotating your fly control
products refer to the list below with chemical subgroup and active ingredients of commonly available prod-
ucts. When you see piperonyl butoxide on the active ingredient list, it is used as a synergist that has no pesti-
cide activity on its own, rather is enhances the potency of some pesticides.
Organophosphate Products – chlorpyrifos, coumaphos, diazinon, dichlorvos, phosmet, pirimiphos methyl,
tetrachlorvinphos
thrins, zeta-cypermethrin.
idectin.
Benzoylureas - diflubenzuron
Suggested ear tag rotation: Year 1= pyrethroid; Year 2 = organophosphate; Year 3= macrocylic lactone; Year 4
= combination product of pyrethroid and organophosphate.
If using ear tags for fly control refer to the label for number and estimated length of effectiveness. Few if any
will last an entire grazing season. If tags become ineffective, do not re-tag cattle regardless of the type of in-
secticide. When ear tags lose their effectiveness, they should be removed so resistance is not built up further.
Always remove fly control tags at the end of the fly season. If additional horn fly control is needed later in the
year, use sprays, pour-ons, dust bags or back rubbers. If possible, alternate insecticide classes when changing
control methods.
If in doubt about the classification of insecticides, refer to this list or check with your veterinarian or local
county extension office. Rotate class of insecticide used and remove fly tags when they are no longer effective
to minimize the development of resistance. Sandy Johnson, [email protected] .
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Livestock By: Sandy Johnson, Extension Beef Specialist
Family & Consumer Science By: Melinda Daily
Basic First Aid
what comes to mind?
Many of us carry first aid kits in our vehicles. Some
have taken some first aid trainings. Why do we do this?
Perhaps we want to be prepared to help someone in an
emergency situation.
First Aid is the help given to a person who is injured before professional medical treatment can be obtained.
The aims of any first aid are to: Preserve life; Prevent further harm; Promote recovery; and Provide comfort to
the person who is ill or injured.
Mental Health First Aid is the help offered to a person developing a mental health problem or experi-
encing a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate treatment and support are received or
until the crisis resolves. The aims of Mental Health First Aid are to: Preserve life when a person may be a
danger to self or others; Provide help to prevent the problem from becoming more serious; Promote and
enhance recovery; and Provide comfort and support.
Basically, both Mental and Basic First Aid are the same, but people look at it differently.
Mental Health First Aid teaches the public how to recognize symptoms of mental health problems, how to
offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate treatments and other supportive
help. It does not teach people to be a therapists. However we all can do our part.
Knowledge and skills can help us to navigate an emergency and can potentially prevent a medical emergency
through early intervention.
Most of us assume mental illness is something that only affects others and believe it won’t affect our family
or friends. The truth is that mental health problems are more common than heart disease, lung disease and
cancer combined. Mental health issues affect all of society in some way, shape, or form. It is most likely you
will encounter someone in your family, workplace, school, church, or community who lives with a diagnosed
mental disorder.
During this next year, Sunflower Extension District will be offering Mental Health First Aid trainings
in all three counties for anyone interested in attending. Watch for the dates and times for each county.
“We envision a future when everyone with a mental illness will
recover, a future when mental illnesses can be prevented or
cured, and a future when mental illnesses are detected early,
and a future when everyone with a mental illness at any stage
of life has access to effective treatment and supports essentials
for living, working, learning, and participating fully in the
community.”
President’s New Freedom Commission on Mental Health report, 2003.
K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
4-H Youth Development By: Karen Nelson
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Contact: Karen Nelson, 4-H Youth Development Agent
Sunflower District—785.890.4880 [email protected]
Why 4-H Clubs and Positive Youth Development Experiences? When youth develop important life skills through positive and sustained relationships with caring adults,
good things happen. Youth develop competence, confidence and character. They become connected to their community and learn to care about others. These outcomes result in reduced risky behaviors of youth and a positive contribution to their families and communities. (4-H Study of Positive Youth Development)
Youth learn skills that support school readiness and prepare them for the workforce. Why 4-H Communication Events? Youth: Learn written, oral, and visual communication skills. Develop self-confidence through public presentations. Practice self-expression and creativity. Learn how to organize and present information Why 4-H Ambassadors, Jr. Leaders, Camp Counselors? Youth: Gain skills to prepare for future careers.
Filling out an application and an interview gives youth an experience similar to applying for a job.
Learn to be responsible, develop planning and organizational skills, and practice good communication skills. Why 4-H Animal Science Project? Youth: Gain knowledge to produce livestock and enter an agricultural related field. Gain skills they can use in all areas of their lives including getting along with others, responsibility for living
things, perseverance, initiative, and real world consequences for choices and actions. Why 4-H Camp? Youth: Participate in cooperative group living; making new friends, developing new skills, and becoming more
independent. Cabin group living encourages communication skills and teamwork. Why 4-H Club Officers? Youth: Practice leadership skills (communication, planning, organization, coordination) that will benefit them as
they prepare for college, jobs, and life. Gain an understanding of what it means to contribute to a group effort. Learn to pass on knowledge to younger members. Why 4-H Community Service? Youth: Have an opportunity to develop a positive self-image. Develop public speaking, leadership, and decision making skills; helping them positively contribute to their
community. (4-H Study of Positive Youth Development) Gain knowledge and skills to participate in working on or solving local or global issues/problems.
The Cheyenne County 4-Her
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Important Deadlines- June 1– County Breeding Ewe, Gilt and Doe Ownership ID’s Due June 14– State Commercial Heifer, Sheep, Swine and Goat Nominations Due June 14– District Horse Show Entry Due June 14– County Livestock Registration Papers due in Exhibitor’s Name
Sunflower Buckle Series 4-H & Open Horse Show
~ Goodland June 1 ~ ~ St. Francis June 8~
~ Sharon Springs June 15 ~ Awards given at each show 1st thru 5th
Overall High Point Buckles for Junior, Intermediate, Senior and Open
Online Entries, Times & Information At sunflower.ksu.edu
Or contact your local Extension Office
2019 Cheyenne County Fair July 31 thru August 3 “There’s No Time Like Fair Time”
Fishing Clinic June 4
Contact the Extension Office with questions 785-332-3171
Get Your Drone On July 9
9:00 a.m—3:00 p.m. CT Cheyenne County Fairbuilding
Registration due June 28 Contact the Extension Office with question 785-332-3171
https://www.sunflower.k- state.edu/
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Affidavits— Swine, Sheep, Goats
State Nomination Deadline for
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June 1 - Horse Show June3 - County Camp Fees Due June 4 - Fishing Clinic June 6 - Drone Day Camp June 11 - Wheat Tour / Ruleton Eager Beavers June 14 - Prairie Dale Community Event June 15 - Commercial Heifers Nominations Due June 15 - Small Animal Nominations Due June 16 - Happy Fathers Day June 17 - Country Clovers June 19 - Camp Counselors leave to camp June 20 - Kids A Cooking Reg. Due June 20 - 23 Rock Springs 4-H Camp June 24 - 27 Kids A Cooking Camp
Important Dates
Fishing Clinic, June 4th, at Bellamy’s. Transportation & lunch provided.
Open to ages 7-12. The cost is $5.00. Meet at the Sherman County Fairgrounds no later than 8:00 AM
The session runs from 8:00 AM – 1:30 PM. Registration is limited to 35 and due
by Tuesday, May 28, 2019.
NEW * Drone Day Camp, June 6, 2019. Northwest Technical College Precision Ag Building
Open to ages 9-13 years old. Cost $5.00
The session is from 9 AM – 3 PM Registration is limited to 16 and due by May 28, 2019.
Kids A Cookin’ Camp, June 24--27, 2019. The class will take place from 10:00 - 11:30 AM Daily.
Sign up for the sessions you wish to attend. Kids ages 8 –11, Registration Due - Thursday, June 20, 2019.
The class is limited to 20. No charge.
NEW * Food, Culture, & Reading, July 8-11, 2019. At the Goodland Public Library
10:00 - 11:30 AM Daily Grades 2nd – 7th
Registration due by July 5, 2019. No Charge.
NEW * Fair Day Camp , August 1, 2019. At the fairgrounds in Goodland.
8:00-12:45 PM, for ages 6-10, the cost is $5.00. Registration is limited to 20 and due by Thursday, July 25, 2019.
Call the Extension Office (785-890-4880)
to register for all activities.
Events sponsored by the Dane G. Hansen Foundation & the Sherman County 4-H Council.
Fair Theme
Peri Sieck *Ethan Wolf
Our apologies to Peri Sieck for missing her with graduating Seniors in the May Newsletter!
All 4-H entries are due Wednesday, July 10, 2019, by 5:00 PM. MDT
https://www.nwksfair.com/
Pre-Fair & Fair week information can be found at the NWKS District Free Fair Website:
https://www.nwksfair.com/schedule/
Graduates
https://www.sunflower.k-state.edu/
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Dates to Remember
June
1– Sherman Co Horse Show - Cheyenne Co Livestock Show 4– Fishing Clinic 4-7– Kids A Cookin 5– Extension Board Mtg 8– Cheyenne Co Horse Show 10– 4-H Council Mtg—Wallace 15– Wallace Co Horse Show 19– Counselors to Camp 20-23– 4-H Camp—Rock Springs 23-26—Campference—Rock Springs 27– Drone Camp—CAB 29– Thomas Co Horse Show
July 2—Day Camp 3– Extension Board Mtg 4– Office Closed/Independence Day!! 8– 4-H Council Mtg—Sharon Springs 19– Fair Clean up 20-27– FAIR WEEK 28– 4-H Council Meeting
Join Us For Kids A Cookin’ !!
June 4, 5, 6 & 7
@ the CAB
fun activities!!!
Please contact the Extension Office for more information or to sign your child up!!
Fishing Clinic June 4, 2019 @ Bellamy’s
It is open for ages 7-12. The cost is $5.00.
Call 852-4285 to register.
Wallace County Day Camp July 2, 2019
8 a.m.-12 p.m. @ The South Park 1 meal included, $5 a child
2019 Wallace Co Fair July 20-27, 2019
“American Flare at the Wallace County Fair”
Get Your Drone On June 27, 2019
9:00 a.m—3:00 p.m. MT Wallace County CAB
Registration due June 21 Contact the Extension Office with question 785-852-4285
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Goodland Office Sharon Springs Office St. Francis Office Karen Nelson Melinda Daily 4-H Youth Development Agent/Director Family & Consumer Science Agent [email protected] [email protected] Sherri Keith Wendy Benisch Linda Elfers Office Professional Office Professional Agent Assistant [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] K-State Northwest Research and Extension Center - Colby Jeanne Falk Jones Multi-County Agronomist for Cheyenne, Sherman, and Wallace Counties [email protected]
K-State Research and Extension is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. If you have special requirements due to physical, vision or hearing disability, or a dietary restriction please contact Karen Nelson at (785)890-4880.
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