FORT SCOTT, Kan. — Southeast Kansas is an area of abundant water. Many area landowners have recreational or livestock watering ponds on their property. Over time, the buildup of sediment and nutrients can cause weed and algae issues. Pondweeds can become unsightly, clog pipes, and deplete oxygen necessary for a healthy fish population. If you have concerns about your pond, join the Southwind Extension District of K-State Research and Extension on Thursday, September 14th at 6:00 p.m. in the 4-H Building located at the fairgrounds in Fort Scott, Kansas. This program, featuring K-State Research and Extension Wildlife Specialist Charlie Lee, will focus on pond weed identification and control measures. The program has a $10 registration fee, payable at the door. To pre- register for a meal, or for more information, contact the Extension Office in Fort Scott, KS at 620-223-3720 or e-mail Christopher Petty, District Extension Agent for Livestock Production and Forage Management at cgp@ksu.edu.
— K-State Research and Extension
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