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Patch burning a potential cost saver for supplemental feed

Thu, Sep 15, 2022

Hannah Baker, an OSU graduate student in agricultural economics, is currently conducting research on the economic benefits of patch burning, which has the potential to save producers on supplemental feed costs.

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OSU researchers seek to make hops a new Oklahoma crop

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Oklahoma State University is researching the potential of hops as an Oklahoma specialty crop to benefit the state’s economy by boosting the craft beer industry.

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Thomason returns to roots as new plant and soil sciences department head

Wed, Sep 07, 2022

Wade Thomason begins his first semester as head of the OSU Department of Plant and Soil Sciences.

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OQBN VAC-45 cattle sale series begins in November

Mon, Aug 29, 2022

The Oklahoma Quality Beef Network VAC-45 program is hosting a series of certified cattle sales across the state through April 2023.

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Caddo peanut and cotton field day approaching in September

Thu, Aug 25, 2022

The Caddo Research Station Peanut and Cotton Field Day will take place on Sept. 15 with researchers sharing the latest research projects and discoveries for peanut and cotton crops. Cotton is Oklahoma’s fourth largest export behind oil, gas and wheat.

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Smaller pecan harvest expected this fall

Tue, Aug 23, 2022

OSU Extension specialist Becky Carroll says some native pecan orchards could produce a sparse harvest this year because of drought conditions.

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Farmers face uncertainty with summer crops

Thu, Aug 18, 2022

A lot of Oklahoma corn crops are being repurposed for animal feed due to the drought causing crop failure. Yield is predicted to be lower than usual for most Oklahoma summer crops.

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Extreme heat and drought impact fall garden plans

Fri, Aug 12, 2022

Tips for planting fall gardens in extreme heat and drought.

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Oklahoma water center aims to conserve water through cover crops

Thu, Aug 11, 2022

The Oklahoma Water Resources Center at Oklahoma State University is teaming up with Texas A&M University for a $1.7 million project to study the benefits of regenerative agriculture in Oklahoma and Texas.

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Poor hay crop requires a sustainable winter plan

Tue, Aug 09, 2022

With low hay yields this year, a shortage of forage will force some ranchers to reduce their cattle herd numbers.

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OSU research aims to save billions for beef industry

Thu, Aug 04, 2022

Oklahoma State University scientists aim to help save the beef industry money through their research on the discoloration of meat.

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Free environmental law enforcement training set in Tulsa

Thu, Aug 04, 2022

Free environmental law enforcement training to take place in Tulsa on Aug. 16.