Ferguson College of Agriculture News Archive

Tiny Insect, Big Problem: OSU faculty continue monitoring the Corn Leafhopper in Oklahoma through Research and Extension

Dec 19, 2025

Cornfields across Oklahoma are under close observation as the corn leafhopper makes its tiny but mighty presence known. While only the size of a grain of rice, this invasive insect is causing big problems for corn producers statewide.

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Prepared to Protect: OSU Extension experts activate statewide to proactively manage screwworm risks

Dec 19, 2025

In Oklahoma, the last recorded outbreak of the New World screwworm, the parasitic fly that once devastated livestock, pets and wildlife, was in 1976.

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Eyes in the Sky: A new perspective on research from the air

Dec 19, 2025

Drone technology research is helping to improve the lives of farmers and ranchers across Oklahoma by allowing them to pinpoint possible issues and provide a faster response.

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Handstands and Hidden Habits: Discovering Oklahoma’s elusive plains spotted skunk

Dec 19, 2025

While a handstand may be a party trick for friends, for the plains spotted skunk, a handstand is a unique defense mechanism used to spray its enemy.

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Classroom Meets World: Through immersive agriculture abroad, students gain insight and personal growth

Dec 19, 2025

For a group of Oklahoma State University students, the classroom stretched approximately 12,418 kilometers, or 7,716 miles, from Oklahoma to the rolling landscapes of New Zealand and Australia.

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Conditions of the Covey: Researchers search for answer to quail population decline

Dec 19, 2025

Quail are nostalgic birds for many Oklahomans, from avid bird hunters to landowners used to hearing their distinctive call.

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AMPing Up Agriculture: Ferguson College departments come together for youth microbiome research

Dec 19, 2025

A new Oklahoma State University program is giving Oklahoma students a front-row seat to the hidden world of microbes and microorganisms, which shape the world of agriculture.

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A Career Abroad: MIAP graduate finds success in international humanitarian work

Dec 19, 2025

From rural Iowa to Oklahoma State University, one alumna is using her education to provide humanitarian efforts worldwide.

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Living and Learning: Campus landscape design creates learning opportunities

Dec 19, 2025

Just across the street from Agricultural Hall, a new outdoor living space combines Oklahoma State University history with a modern living plaza.

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Wading into Conservation: Blue Thumb promotes citizen science for water quality

Dec 19, 2025

With clipboards, test kits and jars, a group of Oklahoma State University students turned a quiet creek into a living classroom.

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Bringing the World Within Reach: Series facilitates global connections for students

Dec 19, 2025

The AgriTalks: Global Perspectives series, hosted by Ferguson College of Agriculture's Global Engagement Leaders, aims to engage the college's community with global agricultural topics.

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Peace Corps and papayas: OSU graduate student finds inspiration abroad

Dec 19, 2025

From Cameroon to the Cook Islands, Tim Wetzel, an Oklahoma State University graduate student, is working to ensure smallholder farmers have access to the resources they need to thrive.

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Work with a Purpose: OSU alum’s agricultural roots shape her path in business and philanthropy

Dec 19, 2025

Raised around cattle and community, Susanne Wasson turned her agricultural background into a lifelong career in business and leadership.

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