Cucumbers (Photo: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach)

Addressing problems when growing cucumbers

  • By Aaron J. Steil │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Aedes aegypti larvae and pupae prefer water captured by containers like buckets, birdbaths and old tires, anything that can hold enough water to develop into adults. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Mosquitoes can take a bite out of outdoor fun

  • By Linda Geist │ University of Missouri Extension
The Kansas Value Added Foods Lab is hosting a two-day online class to help food operators and manufacturers learn the correct procedures for producing thermally processed acidified foods. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

K-State food scientist outlines steps to canning frozen food safely

  • By Pat Melgares │ K-State Research and Extension
Bible - Photo by Aaron Burden on Unsplash.

Meditation

House Plans

French Style Cheesecake with Vanilla Wafer Crust. (Photo courtesy of Family Features.)

Bring a chill to summer with cool, creamy cheesecake 

K-State livestock economist Glynn Tonsor says the five most common meat preparation practices reported by consumers are intentionally buying cuts with more fat, letting a product sit before cooking, patting meat dry, adding seasonings and applying sauces. (Photo: K-State Research and Extension news service)

Survey: Meat preparation tactics differ between cuts

  • By Jacob Klaudt │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Child car seat for safety in the rear passenger seat of a car. (Photo: iStock - Vladdeep)

Expert tips to prevent child deaths in hot cars