Skip to main content

News and Media

Bluemuda turfgrass research explores water savings and year-round green sports fields

Researchers at Oklahoma State University and Mississippi State University are evaluating bluemuda turfgrass, a bermudagrass and Kentucky bluegrass system designed to improve year-round turf quality, reduce irrigation needs and lower athletic field
Bluemuda turfgrass research explores water savings and year-round green sports fields
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.

Agricultural Communications Services4-HDASNROSU AgricultureOklahoma 4-H Youth Development
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
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.

Oklahoma Gardeningcommunity developmentOSU Extensioneconomic developmentfarmers markethorticulturegardeningOSU AgricultureMade in Oklahoma
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.

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

OSU AgriculturenewsBeefFerguson College of AgricultureCOVID-19Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFAPC
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.

Oklahoma Cooperative Extension ServicebroadbandNews TopicsRural DevelopmentAgricultural EconomicsOSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural Resources