Extension

No 17-year cicadas for Oklahoma this summer

Mon, Jun 07, 2021

Eric Rebek, OSU entomology professor and Extension specialist, explains why Oklahoma will not experience the 17-year cicada phenomenon that much of the East Coast is seeing this summer.

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Upcycling can turn unused items into great gardening containers

Mon, Jun 07, 2021

Upcycle unused items to create fun garden planters.

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Meat-goat producers may want to take advantage of retained ownership opportunities

Fri, Jun 04, 2021

The ages-old economic interaction of prices rising in response to high demand and limited supplies is currently in play.

OSU AgricultureOklahoma Cooperative Extension ServiceOutreach and EngagementgoatsOSU ExtensionNews TopicsAgricultural EconomicsLivestock

Oklahoma welcomes backyard beekeeping trend

Fri, Jun 04, 2021

Courtney Bir, Oklahoma State University Extension farm management specialist, discusses the growing trend of beekeeping and how to establish a backyard hive.

OSU Agriculturebeesbackyard bee hivesfarm managementCourtney BirOklahoma beesOSU Extensionbeekeeping

Pecan industry gathers for annual conference

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

Registration is open for the Oklahoma Pecan Growers Annual Conference & Tradeshow June 10-12 in Broken Arrow.

AgricultureFood Land and Natural ResourcesOutreach and EngagementNews TopicsOSU AgriculturepecansOklahoma Cooperative Extension Service

Cleveland County 4-H’er competes in national Junior Olympics

Fri, May 28, 2021

A Cleveland County 4-H'er recently competed in the AAU Junior Olympics Games.

4-HDASNROSU ExtensionOklahoma 4-H Youth DevelopmentAgricultural Communications ServicesOSU AgricultureJunior Olympics

Follow research-based mosquito control recommendations

Wed, May 26, 2021

The species in Oklahoma right now typically bite during the evening hours or when disturbed in shady areas.

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Use recommended dehorning practices for cattle

Tue, May 25, 2021

Industry experts and veterinarians typically recommend dehorning take place as early as possible.

CattleOklahoma Cooperative Extension ServiceOSU Extensionbeef cattleOSU AgricultureCollege of Veterinary MedicinedehorningNews TopicsOutreach and EngagementLivestockAgricultural Sciences and Natural Resources

Farmers market season renewing community spirit statewide

Mon, May 24, 2021

Farmers markets generate economic development and hometown pride in communities. After COVID-19 reduced attendance in 2020, organizers are excited to welcome back customers and vendors.

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Foliar diseases seen in Oklahoma wheat as harvest nears

Mon, May 24, 2021

Wheat growers should consult with their OSU Extension county agricultural educator to determine the feasibility of possible management options to combat foliar diseases in their crop.

Plant and Soil SciencesDepartment of Entomology and Plant PathologyNews TopicsOSU ExtensionAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOklahoma Cooperative Extension ServiceCrops_Grains and Oilseeds__Wheatfoliar diseasesoklahoma wheatOutreach and EngagementCropsOSU Agriculture

Broadband program signup to help rural communities

Thu, May 20, 2021

The COVID-19 stimulus bill included discounts for broadband service. Oklahoma State University agricultural economics professor Brian Whitacre is helping to spread the word.

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Proper storage of fruits and vegetables helps ensure peak flavor

Thu, May 20, 2021

Storing fruits and vegetables properly will help ensure the freshest flavor.

Agricultural Communications ServicesOSU ExtensionFamily and Consumer Sciences Cooperative ExtensionOSU Agriculture