Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources - Archive
Getting a leg up on grasshoppers in the landscape
Grasshopper control is necessary in home landscapes and agricultural land.
Put renter’s insurance on back-to-school shopping list
College students should consider renter's insurance to protect their personal belongings.
Ranchers webinar series moves into alfalfa
The popular Ranchers Thursday Lunchtime series of free cattle industry webinars is extending into August and September with a spotlight on alfalfa, Oklahoma State University Extension officials said.
Pushing for Food Safety during a Pandemic
Amidst the recent changes created by the pandemic, a small sense of “normal” seems to be returning as the start of schools across the nation creeps closer. While food safety always is key when resuming the process of packing a student’s lunch, new tips and tricks can be employed this year to further promote food safety.
Booker wins Oklahoma 4-H’s highest honor
Jackson County 4-H'er Tori Booker is inducted into the Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame.
OSU Extension hosting Beef Quality Assurance certification meetings in August
BQA certification is a requirement for producers to participate in Oklahoma Beef Quality Network fall sales.
Forage testing helps ensure future cattle nutrition needs are met
On average, nearly 40% of total operating costs in cow-calf enterprises are associated with animal nutrition.
Oklahoma State University recommendations maximize alfalfa field productivity
Cattle grazing alfalfa pastures is a common sight and alfalfa hay generates $107.6 million annually to the Oklahoma economy.
Slagell inducted into Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame
Custer County 4-H'er Erin Slagell was inducted into the Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame during the 99th State 4-H Roundup.
Mystery packages seed community with suspicion and risk
Although seeds may turn out to be harmless, they may also carry a potential threat to our country and our state’s soil and natural resources.
Kay County Extension helps out local government with communications assistance
Local OSU Extension office used its university license to host multiple county meetings on Zoom and broadcast them live on Facebook in April, May and June.
Oklahoma corn looking good but still in need of crop management
As of the last week of July, corn is still three to four weeks from physiological maturity.
OSU study provides insights into regional beliefs about pandemic-related wearing of masks
Respondents were surveyed June 12-20. Of particular focus is a seven-state region including Oklahoma.
Parents, students looking at changes in upcoming school year
Parents may have various options for sending children back to school this fall.
Shutdown of Oklahoma State Fair will be felt economically, but public health of primary concern
The Oklahoma State Fair generates about $104 million in direct spending annually.
Double-crop weed management made easy
Size matters when it comes to many postemergence herbicides and effective weed control in double-cropping systems.
Awareness and management key to mitigating nitrate toxicity problems in livestock
Expanding drought conditions and sporadic rainfall mean livestock and forage producers need to be wary of the potential for nitrates building up in plants.
OSU Extension addresses top economic and family issues
OSU Extension hosted community forums to help residents identify top community concerns.
4-H’ers look to positive experiences despite fair cancellation
All is not lost for 4-H’ers who were planning exhibits and prepping show animals for the fair season.
Water management key to helping chickens beat the heat
Birds do not sweat so water management is a practical and very important way to help chickens combat heat stress.
Adjust mowing frequency, cutting height on bermudagrass lawns
Newer bermudagrass hybrid lawns have different needs than older varieties.
OSU survey showcases public thoughts about economic recovery from pandemic
Oklahoma officials at every level need to know what people think about perceived economic recovery challenges rather than relying on assumptions.