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The lasting legacy of Oklahoma State’s Earl Mitchell

Jun 7, 2021

Mitchell spent 42 years at OSU. His commitment to increasing awareness and involvement in STEM disciplines – science, technology, engineering and mathematics – continues to resonate today.

News TopicsOSU Ferguson College of AgricultureSTEM careersBiochemistry and Molecular BiologyOK-LSAMPOSU Ag Researchstudent engagementOSU AgricultureGraduate College
No 17-year cicadas for Oklahoma this summer

Jun 7, 2021

Eric Rebek, OSU entomology professor and Extension specialist, explains why Oklahoma will not experience the 17-year cicada phenomenon that much of the East Coast is seeing this summer.

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Oklahoma welcomes backyard beekeeping trend

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

Jun 4, 2021

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

OSU AgricultureOklahoma Cooperative Extension ServicegoatsOSU ExtensionNews TopicsAgricultural EconomicsLivestock
Pecan industry gathers for annual conference

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

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

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.

Oklahoma Gardeningcommunity developmentOSU Extensioneconomic developmentfarmers markethorticulturegardeningOSU AgricultureMade in Oklahoma
Foliar diseases seen in Oklahoma wheat as harvest nears

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.

Plant and Soil SciencesDepartment of Entomology and Plant PathologyNews TopicsOSU ExtensionAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOklahoma Cooperative Extension ServiceCrops_Grains and Oilseeds__Wheatfoliar diseasesoklahoma