Kansas State University Research and Extension Bookstore recently released three new and updated publications to assist growers and gardeners. The publications cover topics ranging from agricultural pests to new wheat varieties and are available for download.
The new Kansas Wheat Variety Guide (MF991), authored by Kelsey Andersen Onofre and others, is an annually updated resource for selecting wheat varieties. The 2025 guide features new variety profiles and additional information on varieties with herbicide-tolerance traits, providing a valuable tool for farmers making planting decisions.
In addition to the wheat guide, two new publications by Raymond A. Cloyd address common insect-related issues in landscapes and gardens. The guide titled Lace Bugs: Insect Pests of Horticultural Plants (MF3703) offers detailed information on the biology, damage, and management of lace bugs, which are known to feed on a variety of horticultural plants.
The second publication, Cicada Killer (MF3704), focuses on the solitary wasp known as the cicada killer. The guide provides insights into the insect’s biology and behavior, as well as management strategies for those dealing with them in their yards or gardens.
All three publications are available for free download from the K-State Research and Extension Bookstore website.