AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoInvasive Species Alert: Kansas agriculture officials are stepping up outreach after scientists confirmed a New World screwworm case in a Texas calf, a parasite that can devastate livestock herds; Kansas says the threat isn’t about animal-to-animal spread, but about fly larvae burrowing into wounds, and it’s urging ranchers and veterinarians to watch for symptoms and report concerns. Wildlife & Habitat: Kansas State University extension shared practical tips for rabbit damage in gardens, recommending barriers like fine-mesh fencing and floating row covers, plus careful use of repellants and trapping. Outdoor Recreation: Kansas Free Fishing Days are set for June 6–7, letting anglers fish without a license while creel and length limits still apply. Climate Context: A new ranking of the hottest Junes in Kansas since 1895 highlights how recent heat trends are pushing averages upward. Local Growth & Industry: Wichita State broke ground on a new Hexcel Applications Center at NIAR, expanding Kansas’ aerospace research and composite manufacturing capacity.
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