Natural Resources
Welcome to the Natural Resources page!
Answers and resources for popular local questions can be found directly below. For more information about specific topics, please look at the tabs in the left-hand menu to learn more from K-State Research and Extension!
Abigail's Favorites for Frequently Asked Questions--New Topics will be added!
Where do I find a list of Contractors?
- The Shawnee County Conservation District has a list of contractors available on their website under their "Construction" tab: http://www.sccdistrict.com/
- As I learn of other entities that maintain a list of contractors, I will update this page!
Eastern Red Cedar Tree Encroachment
Concerned about cedar tree expansion on your property? Check out the following resources that cover removal methods (prescribed burning, chainsaw removal, and herbicides) and also provide additional information about how the tree spreads to help inform your management!
- Agronomy eUpdate Article by Keith Harmoney from January 2023. Provides Eastern Red Cedar biology as well as management information on prescribed burns and clipping or chainsaw control: https://eupdate.agronomy.ksu.edu/article/want-more-forage-kill-some-cedars-525-2
- Agronomy eUpdate Article by Dr. Sarah Lancaster and Dr. Walt Fick from December 2020. Provides identification and biology; also summarizes several herbicide options available for control in addition to mentioning prescribed fire and mechanical removal: https://eupdate.agronomy.ksu.edu/article/world-of-weeds-eastern-redcedar-420
- "Reducing Woody Encroachment in Grasslands: A Pocket Guide for Planning and Design". We have a limited number of hard-copy pocket guides in the Extension Office! It is also available online for free on the Kansas Flint Hills Smoke Management webpage: https://www.ksfire.org/woody_encroachment/index.html
Abigail Gettinger
Agriculture Agent
785-232-0062 ext. 108
