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Douglas County

K-State Research and Extension Douglas County 
2110 Harper Street
Lawrence KS 66046

Hours: 8 am - 5 pm
Monday - Friday

785-843-7058

Directions

Bus Routes to Our Office

Bus Route Options: Route 1 & 5

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Public Statement of Equity and Justice (pdf)

Extension Strategic Plan

Our 2023-2025 Strategic Plan for making K-State Research & Extension Douglas County grow and thrive with and for the community is here! Click below to learn more!

2023 - 2025 Strategic Plan of K-State Research & Extension Douglas County

Crops & Livestock 

Many people would be surprised to hear that Douglas County has over 210,000 acres of land use devoted to agriculture. 60.4% of those acres are dedicated to crops, 26.6% is pastureland, 6.7% is woodland and 6.2% is in other uses.  With our urban neighbors close by, the agriculture industry has both its challenges and opportunities. One of those opportunities is to help people understand where their food comes from and the variety of ways it can be produced. With the help of local farmers, we use the media and events like Slice of Ag to educate and share our story.

We work with individuals to address issues that impact their operations such as: pasture and forage management, soil fertility, crop production, weed management and livestock production.

No matter what you need, stop by, email or give us a call. We're here to help!

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Available Services Notice!

Please note, that the K-State Research and Extension Douglas County office, does not provide farm vehicle rentals, tools, sprayers or chemicals. Please see the The Douglas County Conservation District or the Douglas County Noxious Weeds Department for the above needs.

Program Resources

KSU Beef Information

KSU Agronomy e-Updates/Current Topics

Program Staff

Margit Kaltenekker staff information link

Nikki Kenniff Agriculture & Horticulture Program Assistant information

News & Events 

Here are some handpicked or created relevant news article from our Agriculture Exention Agent,  Margit Kaltenekker. CLICK the images/links below to see the relevant articles, registration pages, or for more information! Please note that the links and images may lead you to other websites with the full articles or informaiton. 

!!! Soil Test Grant 2-5-2024 UPDATE !!!

Our Soil Test Grant is currently closed! For updates, visit this page again or follow us on Facebook or Instagram to receive updates on Grant availability! 

Eastern Kansas Livestock Water Systems Workshops & Tour

Are you "In the Mooood" for livestock watering options? The Eastern Kansas Livestock Water Systems Tour is coming up and YOU can register for it today! Especially if you are interested in things like Hands-On Tire Tank Instillation, DIY Solar Panel Pumping, and more! For more information on this FREE & informative tour or to register: https://tinyurl.com/29hbp7ku

Free Tour! Eastern Kansas April 11 & 12 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Livestock Water Systems Tour Projects will include: Hands-On Tire Tank Installation DIY Solar Panel Pumping Wet Well Gravity Fed Waterers And more FREE WORKSHOPS! K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.