Extension News Archive | Oklahoma State University

Super Bowl LVII to be played on Oklahoma State University turfgrass

Wed, Feb 08, 2023

State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, recently installed Tahoma 31 bermudagrass on its field. Scientists at Oklahoma State University developed the grass, which is known for its drought resistance and cold hardiness. Super Bowl LVII will be played at the stadium on Sunday.

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“Oklahoma Gardening” begins new season on Feb. 11

Tue, Feb 07, 2023

The new season of "Oklahoma Gardening" begins on Feb. 11.

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OSU Extension on call for calving season questions

Mon, Feb 06, 2023

Many calves will be born in Oklahoma over the next few months, and OSU Extension specialists have some tips and checklists for a successful calving season.

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Grow bags are a lightweight, mobile option for gardeners

Wed, Feb 01, 2023

Grow bags offer gardeners flexibility.

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Winn named OSU Extension Distinguished Educator

Thu, Jan 26, 2023

Heather Winn reflects on her years as a 4-H member and how they inspired her to begin a career in OSU Extension.

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Higher egg prices are the new normal in 2023

Fri, Jan 20, 2023

OSU Extension agricultural economists explain why egg prices are so high and how the price jump relates to other animal protein sources.

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OSU to host pecan pest management workshop Feb. 21

Thu, Jan 19, 2023

Pest management is the focus of the upcoming Pecan Pest Management Workshop on Feb. 21.

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OSU set to host 2023 Grape Management course

Tue, Jan 17, 2023

Oklahoma State University will host the 2023 Grape Management Course starting March 2 and it runs through September.

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Brett Carver awarded the OSU Eminent Faculty Award

Fri, Jan 13, 2023

Brett Carver, regents professor and wheat genetics chair in the Oklahoma State University Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, received the Eminent Faculty Award last month. Carver has spearheaded the creation and release of multiple wheat cultivars that are prominently used in Oklahoma due to their disease and pest resistance.

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Stay busy this winter with spring garden planning

Thu, Jan 12, 2023

Suggestions of what gardeners can do this winter to prepare for spring gardening.

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OSU Extension awarded funding to add Native American educator roles

Tue, Jan 10, 2023

Two grants from the Native American Agriculture Fund will support programming focused on community development, cultural preservation, nutrition and more.

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New Frontiers provides students with learning opportunity

Tue, Dec 20, 2022

Advanced technology used in the construction of Oklahoma State University’s New Frontiers Agricultural Hall creates a unique hands-on learning experience for students. Nine students from the OSU Institute of Technology in Okmulgee recently had the opportunity to tour the New Frontiers Agricultural Hall construction site to learn about some of the technology, including the Hilti JAIBOT, used in building the new home for OSU Agriculture.

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