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Oklahoma welcomes backyard beekeeping trend

Fri, Jun 4, 2021

Courtney Bir, Oklahoma State University Extension farm management specialist, discusses the growing trend of beekeeping and how to establish a backyard hive.

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Meat-goat producers may want to take advantage of retained ownership opportunities

Fri, Jun 4, 2021

The ages-old economic interaction of prices rising in response to high demand and limited supplies is currently in play.

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Pecan industry gathers for annual conference

Thu, Jun 3, 2021

Registration is open for the Oklahoma Pecan Growers Annual Conference & Tradeshow June 10-12 in Broken Arrow.

AgricultureNews TopicsOSU AgriculturepecansOklahoma Cooperative Extension Service
4-H Roundup memories contest part of centennial celebration

Thu, May 27, 2021

Post your favorite State 4-H Roundup photos for a chance to win a cash prize for your county.

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Farmers market season renewing community spirit statewide

Mon, May 24, 2021

Farmers markets generate economic development and hometown pride in communities. After COVID-19 reduced attendance in 2020, organizers are excited to welcome back customers and vendors.

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Foliar diseases seen in Oklahoma wheat as harvest nears

Mon, May 24, 2021

Wheat growers should consult with their OSU Extension county agricultural educator to determine the feasibility of possible management options to combat foliar diseases in their crop.

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OSU Extension joins CDC in vaccine education effort

Mon, May 24, 2021

Nearly $10 million in federal funds has been committed to vaccination education efforts through Land-Grant universities and national Cooperative Extension System participants such as Oklahoma State University Extension.

News TopicsCOVID-19 VaccineCOVID ConcernsOSU Agriculture
OSU researchers look at meat plants post-pandemic

Fri, May 21, 2021

An ongoing decline in small meat plants in Oklahoma had already led to processing wait times of about nine months pre-COVID-19. How is that market shaping up now?

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Broadband program signup to help rural communities

Thu, May 20, 2021

The COVID-19 stimulus bill included discounts for broadband service. Oklahoma State University agricultural economics professor Brian Whitacre is helping to spread the word.

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