K-State: Risk associated with leasing land

By Shelby Varner, K-State Research and Extension news writer MANHATTAN, Kan.-- Leasing land is important for landlords and tenants, but there are risks when it comes to leasing, said a Kansas State University graduate student who is conducting research on the topic. Agricultural economics student Chelsea Arnold said 3,600 Kansas landowners recently completed a survey to gauge what their leases look like, risk preferences and attitudes towards young producers. The average Kansas landowner…

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Fall Forestry Field Day showcases working forestry management

Oct. 13 event highlights forestry management, best practices  ERIE, Kan. – Participants can share collective experiences and learn the latest research for the holistic management of Kansas woodlands and related natural resources at the 26th annual Fall Forestry Field Day on Oct. 13 near Erie, Kansas.  The event, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., will be held at River Farms, which is owned by Ted Cambren and family. River Farms showcases examples of…

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