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Ferguson College doctoral student creating innovative crop production solutions

Fri, Mar 06, 2026

Nearly 8,000 miles away from his home state of Punjab, India, fourth-generation farmer Harsanjam Singh is leaving his mark through research in the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture. Formerly a master’s student and now a doctoral student in the OSU Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, Singh’s research in soil science and crop production is developing innovative solutions for farmers across Oklahoma.

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OSU Ph.D. student advances precision agriculture through global fellowship

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

When Aicha Biaou left her home in Togo, West Africa, to pursue her Ph.D. in plant and soil science at Oklahoma State University, she carried a vision for the future of farming. Today, her research in precision agriculture is helping bridge the gap between technology and sustainability in the field.

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OSU launches online beginning watercolor course

Tue, Feb 24, 2026

Qing Luo, associate professor in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, is offering a three-week beginning watercolor course in which participants will learn from home.

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Taking stock: Reminders on livestock care during wildfire season

Mon, Feb 23, 2026

Ahead of wildfire season, OSU Extension specialists offer tips to keep livestock safe during and after wildfires.

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Environmental law enforcement is the focus of a free training opportunity

Wed, Feb 18, 2026

Oklahoma State University Extension is partnering with other agencies to host the Oklahoma Environmental Law Enforcement Training on March 12 in Oklahoma City.

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Photo Essay: What it means to OSU students to do what's right

Wed, Feb 18, 2026

At Oklahoma State University, students make tough choices every day, not just about classes or careers, but about how they treat people and what they stand for. Sometimes the right decision isn’t the easiest one. It can mean speaking up, stepping in or doing something uncomfortable because it matters.

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Spring landscape cleanup begins with smart pruning

Mon, Feb 16, 2026

Spring is a time for pruning, but some plants should not be pruned now.

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New OSU variety is the heavyweight champion of wheat

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

A new wheat variety is on its way to market this fall and is perhaps OSU’s most widely adapted since Duster in the early 2000s.

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OSU Alumni Association names 23 Outstanding Seniors

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

The Oklahoma State University Alumni Association named 23 students as OSU Outstanding Seniors for the 2025-2026 academic year.

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Grape management course blends instruction and hands-on learning for producers

Tue, Feb 10, 2026

The 2026 Grape Management course starts March 5 with monthly classes through September and will blend lectures with hands-on learning to assist producers at any level.

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OSU Agriculture names Chris Eck recipient of Whatley Award

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Chris Eck, an associate professor in the OSU Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Leadership, received the James A. Whatley Award for Meritorious Research in Agricultural Sciences.

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Oklahoma legislators to join STEM panel at Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair

Wed, Feb 04, 2026

Oklahoma legislators to join STEM panel at Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair. The 68th annual Oklahoma State Science and Engineering Fair will be hosted at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater on Friday, March 27.

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