Extension

This week on SUNUP:

• Maira Rodrigues Duffeck, OSU Extension row crop pathologist, confirms that  corn stunt, a disease new to Oklahoma, has been confirmed in the state.
• Ashleigh Faris, OSU Extension entomologist, discusses the corn leafhopper, which is the insect that transmits corn stunt disease.
• Wes Lee, OSU Extension Mesonet agricultural coordinator, shows how the recent rain impacted soil moisture. State climatologist Gary McManus says all that rain helps, but drought is still an issue.
• Jonathan Cammack, OSU Extension livestock entomologist, says the Asian longhorned tick
  was found on Oklahoma cattle sold in Missouri, confirming the presence of this tick in the state. Dr. Cammack also has recommendations for stopping the spread of this insect.
• John Michael Riley, OSU Agricultural Economics associate professor, dives into the recent WASDE report.
• Mark Johnson, OSU Extension beef cattle breeding specialist, discusses creep grazing options.
• Plans are moving forward for new greenhouses for research and variety development by OSU’s Wheat Improvement Team, thanks to two gifts totaling $6 million.
• Finally, Rosslyn Biggs, OSU Extension beef cattle specialist, has advice on how to make the most out of when the local veterinarian comes to your ranch.

 

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