Cattle grazing a hillside in June. (Photo: Courtesy of K-State Research and Extension news service)

Cattle Chat: Summer grazing

  • By Jacob Klaudt │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Before participating in outdoor activities in the summer heat, people with diabetes need to keep a few emergency supplies on hand, including fruit snacks, glucose tablets and a water bottle. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)

Summer heat can adversely affect blood sugars

  • By Trisha Gedon │ Oklahoma State University Extension
Cows grazing sunn hemp at MU Greenley Research Farm in northeastern Missouri. Photo by Harley Naumann.

Sunn hemp can boost summer pastures

Man refreshing himself with water. (Photo: iStock - KovacsAlex)

Recognizing heat-related warning signs for gardeners and landscapers

100 dollar bills flying (Image: iStock - NosUA)

Back to simplicity: Tips to save on the family’s budget this summer

  • By Pat Melgares │ K-State Research and Extension
Ground meat should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 F, measured with a food thermometer, said K-State food scientist Karen Blakeslee. (K-State Research and Extension)

Getting your grill ready for grilling season: the dangers and a step-by-step guide

Windmill at sunset (Journal photo by Lacey Newlin.)

Summer is coming: Remember your sunscreen

Cattle - forage (Journal photo by Lacey Newlin.)

Use summer annual forages to build your grazing forage base

  • By Patrick Davis │ University of Missouri Extension