Extension

Apr 23, 2018

Oklahomans affected by a wildfire may be wondering what to look for inside and outside when assessing the damage to their homes.

Apr 20, 2018

STILLWATER, Okla. (April 20, 2018) – After a wildfire, the safety of water and food as well as medications are at the top of the priority list for affected families.

Apr 19, 2018

WOODWARD, Oklahoma (April 19, 2018) – Agricultural producers affected by the recent wildfires should attend an April 24 fire informational meeting sponsored by the USDA Farm Service Agency and Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.

Apr 19, 2018

The wildfires, combined with the yearlong drought, have left a lot of producers relying on hay from other areas to feed their livestock. During the last major fire outbreak, donations were very generous and hay was shipped in from various locations

Apr 18, 2018

WOODWARD, Oklahoma (April 18, 2018) – Livestock producers who lost animals to recent wildfires may qualify for the USDA Farm Service Agency's Livestock Indemnity Program.

Apr 17, 2018

STILLWATER, Oklahoma (April 17, 2018) – Adrenaline-fueled panic and confusion may still be affecting livestock even after the flames of recent wildfires have passed, meaning producers need to use caution when working with the animals.

Apr 17, 2018

New Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service phone numbers have been added for producers seeking or those wishing to donate agricultural supplies and services as part of the wildfire recovery efforts.

Apr 17, 2018

The invasion of eastern redcedar trees into the oak-dominated Cross Timbers forests of central Oklahoma is a cause for concern as they increase the risk of forest wildfire.

Apr 16, 2018

STILLWATER, Oklahoma (April 16, 2018) – Recent wildfires have left some agricultural producers contemplating burial of deceased animals as the most expedient way of disposing of livestock carcasses.

Apr 13, 2018

WOODWARD, Oklahoma (April 13, 2018) – Wildfires are once again blazing their way through parts of western Oklahoma, and as usual the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service is performing a central role in organizing livestock-related relief efforts.