Ferguson College of Agriculture News Archive

50 Years on the Air: 'Oklahoma Gardening' is television you've grown to love

May 14, 2025

When Oklahoma State University Extension horticulturist Joe Maxon first hauled plants from Stillwater to the OETA studio to shoot the brand-new, live TV program, "Oklahoma Gardening," he likely had no idea of the impact it would have. He was laying

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Impact Spotlight: Alexandria Sparks

May 14, 2025

Alex Sparks, a junior at Oklahoma State University, didn't grow up on a farm or have acres of land. But thanks to her father, she found a love for horticulture anyway — in a shared backyard shaded by an oak tree.

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OSU and Oklahoma Genetics Inc. partnership benefits wheat industry

May 14, 2025

Oklahoma is known for its rolling and expansive wheat fields because wheat is one of the top crops produced in the state. More than 70% of all wheat acres are planted with varieties developed at Oklahoma State University, including 36 varieties

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OSU celebrates 150th commencement

May 10, 2025

Oklahoma State University celebrated a historic milestone with its 150th commencement ceremonies on May 9-10 inside Gallagher-Iba Arena.

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OSU Agriculture offers research, education to extend life of Ogallala Aquifer

May 8, 2025

OSU Agriculture offers programming on responsible irrigation practices that promote water conservation.

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AgricultHER conference scheduled for June 13 in Wilburton

May 8, 2025

The conference for women in agriculture features sessions on cattle handling, pecan tree grafting, food labeling laws and much more.

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OSU student research expands this summer to new rural communities

May 7, 2025

Rural Scholars participate in a 10-week paid internship to study rural issues, participate in service projects and support community initiatives.

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Pecan growers gear up for annual meeting and trade show

May 7, 2025

Oklahoma State University specialists and industry experts will provide pecan growers with the latest research-based information at the upcoming 2025 Oklahoma Pecan Growers Association Annual Convention and Trade Show.

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Ferguson College student research provides hope for individuals with cystic fibrosis

May 7, 2025

Student Elijah Brown has spent most of his college career engaged in new drug discovery research to improve quality of life for people. with cystic fibrosis.

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Cheng receives 2025 OSU Excellence in Research Mentoring Award

May 6, 2025

The Excellence in Research Mentoring Award recognizes a faculty mentor's success and impact in supervising undergraduate research students.

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Home alone for the summer: Is your child ready?

May 6, 2025

School-age children staying home during the summer need to have rules established to ensure safety.

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“Oklahoma Gardening” challenge will benefit communities

May 5, 2025

Gardeners are encouraged to plant an extra row of produce in the garden and donate the food to a local food pantry.

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Halston Johnson receives Ferguson College of Agriculture Early Career Achievement Award

May 1, 2025

The Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture Alumni Society Board recently recognized Halston Johnson with the Early Career Achievement Award.

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