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Education tops the agenda at upcoming Sheep and Meat Goat Boot Camp

Small ruminant producers looking for ways to better manage their operations, or for those who are looking at getting into the business, can make plans to attend the upcoming 2026 Oklahoma Sheep and Meat Goat Boot Camp.
Education tops the agenda at upcoming Sheep and Meat Goat Boot Camp
Oklahoma Mesonet’s agricultural services provide needed information in real time

Tue, Apr 16, 2019

The Oklahoma Mesonet allows state agricultural producers to get a peek at the future before it arrives, and use of that awareness can enhance their livestock's well-being and business' bottom line.

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2018 farm bill a lot like the 2014 version, but with some key changes

Thu, Dec 20, 2018

Legislation maintains a strong safety net for the farm economy, invests in critical agricultural research and will promote agriculture exports through robust trade programs.

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Wildfire-related livestock losses may qualify for financial assistance program

Wed, Apr 18, 2018

WOODWARD, Oklahoma (April 18, 2018) – Livestock producers who lost animals to recent wildfires may qualify for the USDA Farm Service Agency's Livestock Indemnity Program.

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Follow state-approved methods for burying carcasses of livestock killed by wildfires

Mon, Apr 16, 2018

STILLWATER, Oklahoma (April 16, 2018) – Recent wildfires have left some agricultural producers contemplating burial of deceased animals as the most expedient way of disposing of livestock carcasses.

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