Extension

This week on SUNUP:

• Amanda Silva, OSU Extension small grains specialist, says fall armyworms have been reported in the state and producers should begin scouting now in early-planted wheat fields.
• SUNUP says a fond farewell to our longtime Mesonet agricultural coordinator Wes Lee as he heads off into retirement after 35 years of service to OSU Extension. Congrats, Wes!
•  State climatologist Gary McManus provides additional analysis and context about the drought’s severity.
• Brian Arnall OSU Extension soil nutrient specialist, has information on a new OSU fact sheet Warm Season Annual Forage and Hay quality result summary (2019-2024) about forage quality results from samples sent to the OSU Soil, Water and Forage Analytical Laboratory, which can help producers gauge the status of their forage systems. 
• Paul Beck, OSU Extension beef cattle specialist, has tips for managing cattle herds during the drought.
• SUNUP Previews the upcoming OSU Agriculture Livestock and Range Field Day.
• Mark Johnson, OSU Extension beef cattle breeding specialist, discusses the Best Ways to Transport Cattle.
• John Michael Riley, OSU agricultural economist, sifts through the grain stocks report.
• Finally, Rosslyn Biggs, OSU Extension beef cattle specialist, explains why prepping facilities is crucial before your veterinarian visits.

 

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