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Registration open for CFAP webinars answering key questions about agricultural assistance program

Wed, May 20, 2020

Jointly hosted by USDA's Farm Service Agency and OSU Extension, the May 26 webinars will give farmers and ranchers an opportunity to hear from experts and ask questions before contacting their FSA county office about enrollment.

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Oklahoma beef producers facing coronavirus disruptions head on

Wed, May 20, 2020

Meat plant closings, market disruptions and the slow recovery in cattle prices this spring – largely attributable to the coronavirus pandemic – have hit beef producers hard, with those in the Oklahoma Panhandle being among the most significantly affected.

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Oklahoma beef producers facing coronavirus disruptions head on

Wed, May 20, 2020

Meat plant closings, market disruptions and the slow recovery in cattle prices this spring – largely attributable to the coronavirus pandemic – have hit beef producers hard, with those in the Oklahoma Panhandle being among the most significantly affected.

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Tips to conserve water in the landscape

Tue, May 19, 2020

Conserving water in the landscape can help gardeners save money.

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Cattle producers lunchtime series launches

Wed, May 13, 2020

Free webinars available for ranchers that will cover cattle production, management and marketing tips.

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App helps researchers learn about gamebird reproduction

Thu, May 07, 2020

A smart phone app can help wildlife biologists learn more about gamebird reproduction.

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OSU Ferguson College of Agriculture Recognizes 20 Seniors of Distinction

Thu, May 07, 2020

The Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture has recognized 20 Seniors of Distinction for their dedication to academics, leadership, research and service.

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Date set for OSU's Lahoma virtual field day

Wed, May 06, 2020

The event is taking the place of physical tours that allow farmers and others to check out dozens of research-tested wheat varieties and their characteristics.

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Report identifies potential impacts of COVID-19 on Oklahoma’s food industry

Tue, May 05, 2020

The food processing sector plays an important role in Oklahoma’s economy, and there is no doubt the novel coronavirus pandemic has had a significant economic impact on the state’s food industry. Experts from the Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center evaluated the potential impact of COVID-19 on the state’s food industry from March to mid-April and compiled a report of current impacts as a starting point for future assessments and recovery planning.

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OSU soil science lab goes virtual and serves students at multiple institutions

Thu, Apr 30, 2020

Amidst the coronavirus pandemic, Sergio Abit's virtual learning efforts have provided benefits to students at OSU and five cooperating, two-year institutions across the state.

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OSU Extension offers great gardening resources

Wed, Apr 29, 2020

Oklahoma State University Extension has great, free resources for novice and seasoned gardeners.

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SUNUP to feature sneak peek of OSU virtual wheat tour

Fri, Apr 24, 2020

Social distancing mandates may have cancelled field days, but wheat growers can get a sneak peek of OSU's 2020 wheat tour virtually starting April 25 on the show.

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