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Legendary Pistol Pete mascot a familiar face in the Ferguson College of Agriculture

Mon, Oct 23, 2023

The Ferguson College of Agriculture is home to several Pistol Pete alumni, and they excel in their personal and professional lives.

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OSU Agriculture celebrates 2023 distinguished alumni and champions

Mon, Oct 23, 2023

Oklahoma State University recently honored an outstanding group of individuals who have brought distinction to the Ferguson College of Agriculture and demonstrated a continuing commitment to agricultural sciences and natural resources. During the OSU Agriculture Honors ceremony on Oct. 20, the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, comprised of the Ferguson College of Agriculture and two state agencies – OSU Extension and OSU Ag Research – recognized honorees of the 2023 Distinguished Alumni and Champions for OSU Agriculture awards.

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Pecan projection looks promising for the fall harvest

Fri, Oct 20, 2023

Oklahoma's pecan harvest is looking good with an estimated 22,000 pounds expected.

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Oklahoma Water Resources Center to offer free water well testing

Tue, Oct 17, 2023

The Oklahoma Well Owner Network Program has kicked off for the 2023-24 season, and program coordinators are seeking out communities that need help with well water testing.

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Mobile Markets visit communities with nutritious food and fun

Mon, Oct 16, 2023

Senior residents in nine Oklahoma communities benefit from local pop-up Mobile Markets.

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Federal budget woes delay new Farm Bill progress

Fri, Oct 13, 2023

The Farm Bill has expired and that means producers will face both short-term and long-term changes in their operations.

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Registration open for Rural Renewal Symposium in southwest Oklahoma

Thu, Oct 12, 2023

The annual event highlights research in rural development and will be held this year at Quartz Mountain Lodge.

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Alfalfa producers and horse owners: Fight off blister beetles with careful management practices

Mon, Oct 09, 2023

Recent weather patterns consistently exhibiting hot, dry conditions with intermittent rainfall can increase blister beetle populations.

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Dugger named finalist for 4-H Youth in Action Award

Wed, Oct 04, 2023

A Pittsburg County 4-H has been named one of 12 finalists nationwide for the prestigious 4-H Youth in Action Award.

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Free workshop to focus on environmental law enforcement

Tue, Oct 03, 2023

OSU Extension partners with other agencies to offer free OKlahoma Environmental Law Enforcement Training Seminar.

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Marcum named National Youth in Action Award winner

Mon, Oct 02, 2023

Pittsburg County 4-H'er Reed Marcum named National Youth in Action winner.

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Cooperative Extension advances reach in Southern region

Thu, Sep 28, 2023

OSU Extension and Langston University Extension are part of a national network designed to address emerging issues affecting communities.

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