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Friday, Sept. 4, 2026
National/International
How to attract butterflies to your garden
9/3/26 All for Gardening
Selecting plants that will attract butterflies to the home garden has grown in popularity, said Kansas State University horticulture expert Matt McKernan. Knowing what species of plants butterflies prefer can help gardeners with their selections, he said. “Butterflies are crucial for pollination and are a delight to host in the garden,” McKernan said, noting that the North American Butterfly Association has resources for gardeners wanting to certify their landscape as a butterfly habitat.
Local
New agronomy research complex advances K-State’s Agriculture Innovation Initiative
9/4/26 The K-State Collegian
Dr. Dorivar Ruiz Diaz, interim department head for agronomy, said the investment in the new facility has further strengthened efforts to improve agricultural research in Kansas. “One of our main economic engines in the state is agriculture, and through investments like this, the university is demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing agricultural research, innovation and its impact across Kansas,” Ruiz Diaz said.