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Education, Everywhere for Everyone: Extension celebrates 110-year anniversary

Mon, May 06, 2024

OSU Extension marks its 110th anniversary in 2024. When the federal government passed the Smith-Lever Act in 1914 to create a nationwide agricultural Extension service, OSU founded Oklahoma Cooperative Extension to teach, train and support families while advancing the state’s economy and agricultural industry.

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All ages to compete in pecan food show at Oklahoma Pecan Growers Conference

Fri, May 03, 2024

The conference will feature a pecan food show and field day.

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OSU developing AI chatbot to answer local Extension questions

Thu, May 02, 2024

A new chatbot tool will answer questions with information from cooperative Extension systems nationwide.

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Brighter Future program prepares students for life after high school

Tue, Apr 30, 2024

The Brighter Future program connects freshmen through senior high school students with tools to navigate the college enrollment process or other post-high school career opportunities and succeed in life.

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Stripe rust reported in southwest Oklahoma wheat fields

Fri, Apr 19, 2024

The wheat disease of stripe rust is affecting some of this year's Oklahoma wheat crop.

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Youth practice STEM in the kitchen with Food, Fun, 4-H Bakes

Fri, Apr 19, 2024

Enrollment is open for the Food, Fun, 4-H Bakes summer program. Activities are focused on STEM.

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Wheat & Forages Field Day slated for April 26

Thu, Apr 18, 2024

The Wheat & Forages Field Day in Chickasha is approaching on April 26. Producers will learn about wheat varieties, wheat breeding and wheat hay forage yield and quality.

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Summer program for children and youth to address food insecurity

Tue, Apr 16, 2024

Summer food programs available in Oklahoma help families dealing with food insecurity.

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State of Orange: A Cowboy Day of Service draws thousands of volunteers

Mon, Apr 15, 2024

This spring, Oklahoma State University President Kayse Shrum announced a visionary new service project — State of Orange: A Day of Cowboy Service. On Saturday, over 3,000 participants answered the call to make a difference at more than 350 event locations nationwide, demonstrating how the university’s land-grant mission extends beyond the classroom and into the community.

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OSU Herb and Succulent Festival planned for April 27

Fri, Apr 12, 2024

The public is invited to attend the annual Herb and Succulent Festival at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University on April 27.

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Hummingbirds arriving soon

Thu, Apr 11, 2024

Details on what plants attract hummingbirds and proper care of hummingbird feeders.

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New Farm Bill curriculum available to high school students

Wed, Apr 10, 2024

High school students and 4-H youth can learn about ag policy through the new OSU Extension Farm Bill curriculum.