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March 2022
4-H
4-H Club Day
Club days are a great time to show off 4-H'ers' skills, such as project talks, skits, instrumentals, public speaking and so much more. Here are the results from February's Club Day.

Jessica Lawrenz is our newest 4-H agent to join the Johnson County Extension Team. To read about her background, click on the link above. Welcome to Extension, Jessica!
Natural Resources & Ag
Optimize Crop Production and High Input Costs
High costs of fertilizer and seed combined with the upcoming planting season means the time to get your soil tested is now to build your production plan.

Native grass seed planting time is coming up, apply for the cost-share or to rent the no-till drill.

If you’ve been seeing this small moth in your home, you may need to take a closer look at your natural fibers.
Home & Family
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Making the Most of Your Doctor's Visit

For some people, visiting the doctor can be a stressful event. It will benefit you in the long run to prepare a few things to make your visit easier.
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Have your health and fitness goals from your New Year's Resolution fallen off? Create a Walk Kansas team to help motivate you and others to get up and moving around. Walking is super important for your mental, physical and brain health. Walk Kansas starts at the end of March, so get registered.
Lawn & Garden
Getting the Upper Hand on Crab Grass
Crabgrass can take over a lawn by summer. At that point, it is too late for good control. Prevent crabgrass issues with a properly timed application in late March. 

Pruning shrubs at the wrong time can remove spring flowers. The key to proper shrub pruning is to know the best time. The next step is knowing how to prune. Check out these tips for success.

Are you ready to get outside and dig in the dirt? Find out what is coming up with these free informative sessions over Zoom in March and April. 

We have your back for lawn and garden questions. Call, email, or drop by for helpful advice for your growing concerns. The hotline has you covered.

We are partnering with Growing Growers Kansas City again for the annual training program to equip new and seasoned growers on best gardening practices. Don't miss out on this hands-on experience!
Events
Johnson County K-State Research and Extension
(913)715-7000
11811 S. Sunset Dr. Suite 1500 Olathe, KS 66061
Johnson.k-state.edu
K-State Research and Extension is committed to making its services, activities and programs accessible to all participants. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Johnson County Extension at (913) 715-7000. Notify staff of accommodation needs as early as possible.