Headlines

News and Media

Drought raises questions about when, how to cull cattle herds

Mon, May 23, 2022

As current drought conditions in western Oklahoma decline past what they were in 2010 and 2011, cattle producers across the state are faced with making difficult herd management decisions.

Animal Health and Sciencesbeef cattle healthOSU ExtensionOSU Agriculture

OSU Vet Med Hosts Primary Care Symposium

Wed, May 04, 2022

The Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine hosted the Primary Care Veterinary Educators’ Symposium on April 20-23, 2022.

Animal Health and SciencesCollege of Veterinary Medicine

Regents for Higher Education visit OSU Vet Med

Mon, May 02, 2022

The Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine recently hosted the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education

Animal Health and SciencesRegentsVet Cetera magazineOklahoma State Regents for Higher EducationCollege of Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary Viewpoints: Importance of Hydration When Scouring Calves

Mon, May 02, 2022

Dehydration, loss of electrolytes and decrease in blood pH (metabolic acidosis) are the three biggest problems with scouring calves.

CattleAnimal Health and SciencesCollege of Veterinary MedicineVeterinary Viewpoints

Pokes PodCAS Episode 47: Three degrees, one Orange Gown, with Kayla Reed

Fri, Apr 29, 2022

“Mistakes are only mistakes if you don’t learn from them.” This was just one piece of advice that College of Arts and Sciences Orange Gown Recipient, Kayla Reed, had to share with students as she prepares to graduate with degrees in Psychology, Zoology and Plant Biology.

College of Arts and SciencesAnimal Health and SciencesResearchPsychologyStudent SuccessHuman Health and WellnessScience and TechnologyDepartment of Biology

Richard Coffey to lead OSU Department of Animal and Food Sciences

Fri, Apr 22, 2022

Richard Coffey has been selected as the new chair of the OSU Department of Animal and Food Sciences. He will begin his duties on July 1.

OSU AgricultureFood Land and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureOSU ExtensionAnimal Health and Sciences#OrangeIsTheAnswer

Otto named 2022 Oklahoma Veterinarian of the Year

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Dr. John Otto was named the 2022 Oklahoma Veterinarian of the Year by the Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association

Animal Health and SciencesVet Cetera magazineCollege of Veterinary Medicineawards

Vet Med Faces of Research: Dr. Rudra Channappanavar

Wed, Apr 06, 2022

Dr. Rudra Channappanavar shares his research on how the coronaviruses cause severe disease . An assistant professor at Oklahoma State's College of Veterinary Medicine, the last 10 of his 16-year research career has focused on coronavirus research.

College of Veterinary MedicineResearchAnimal Health and Sciences

High input costs require a ‘sharp pencil’ to assess farming operations

Fri, Apr 01, 2022

Oklahoma State University Extension specialists discuss ways farmers and ranchers can rethink their operations as input costs continue to rise.

Food Land and Natural ResourcesAnimal Health and SciencesOSU AgricultureOSU ExtensionOutreach and Engagement

Horse owners: Mind the mud and rich pastures of spring

Tue, Mar 29, 2022

Oklahoma State University Extension specialist Kris Hiney explains the importance of mud control and spring pasture management for horses.

Animal Health and SciencesFood Land and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureOSU Extension

Reforzar la bioseguridad para prevenir la influenza aviar

Wed, Mar 23, 2022

Los funcionarios del Departamento de Agricultura, Alimentos y Silvicultura de Oklahoma están trabajando en estrecha colaboración con especialistas y educadores de Extension de la Oklahoma State University, así como con veterinarios para monitorear la situación y mantener informados a los avicultores sobre la mejor manera para prevenir la infección.

OSU ExtensionFood Land and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureAnimal Health and Sciences

Tighten biosecurity to prevent avian influenza

Mon, Mar 21, 2022

Avian influenza has not been detected in Oklahoma, but OSU Extension specialists and educators are working with the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry to closely monitor the situation.

Animal Health and SciencesFood Land and Natural ResourcesOSU ExtensionOSU Agriculture