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4-H WHEP teaches youth about wildlife — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-01-22 15:57

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma 4-H Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Program (WHEP) is inviting youth interested in wildlife to join in a fun and educational experience.

Ag pesticide disposal offered in Drummond, Webbers Falls — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-01-22 14:17

DRUMMOND, Okla. – Oklahoma agricultural producers, commercial and non-commercial applicators and pesticide dealers can get rid of unwanted pesticides in February, courtesy of the Oklahoma Unwanted Pesticide Disposal Program.

Woods new head of OSU agricultural economics — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-01-24 10:16

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Mike Woods has been appointed head of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources’s department of agricultural economics, effective Jan. 19.

Agriculture economists study consumer buying preferences — by janet.reeder@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-01-26 16:22

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agricultural economic researchers are using an increased interest in organic products in Oklahoma to try and test theories about consumer research and consumer psychology. Findings are expected to eventually help both consumers and those who produce agricultural goods for the marketplace.

Upgrading waste management systems topic of upcoming symposium — by trisha.gedon@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-01-26 16:22

STILLWATER, Okla. – Decision makers who are interested in improving and maintaining efficient waste management operations should make plans to attend the joint USDA-Oklahoma State University-Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Spring Symposium.

Higher corn costs affect state livestock producers — by janet.reeder@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-02-06 16:11

STILLWATER, Okla. – Finding a way to provide more corn for the emerging ethanol industry will not be a primary concern of most Oklahoma agriculture producers since the state is not part of the nation’s Corn Belt.

OSU helps Oklahoma manufacturers develop innovations — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-01-29 14:29

STILLWATER, Okla. – This year’s line of new products from Oklahoma manufacturers is ready for presentations to the public through the New Product Development Center at Oklahoma State University.

Top bulls featured at OBI test sale March 29 — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-02-15 15:06

STILLWATER, Okla. - An estimated 303 performance-tested bulls will be auctioned at the March 29 Oklahoma BEEF, Inc. All-Breed Performance Tested Bull Sale at Oklahoma State University.

Family farming workshops set for March, April — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-02-15 15:20

ENID, Okla. – Farm families contemplating the transfer of assets and management from one generation to the next should register now to attend Keeping the Family Farming workshops scheduled for March and April.

State water discussions kick off at Beaver — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-03-02 13:04

BEAVER, Okla. - The future is now for Oklahomans who live in and near Beaver County, as they will be the first state residents to have an opportunity to share their opinions about what should be included in Oklahoma’s upcoming 50-year water plan.

Plow and Prep Day April 14 in Bixby — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-04-09 13:37

BIXBY, Okla. – The Oklahoma Vegetable Research Station, in cooperation with the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service in Tulsa County, will be holding a Plow and Prep Day on Saturday, April 14, in Bixby.

OSU forage seminar and pasture tour May 10 — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-04-26 14:27

HASKELL, Okla. – Agricultural producers adjusting to higher fertilizer prices should plan to attend the May 10 Oklahoma State University Forage Seminar and Pasture Tour at Haskell.

Cimarron Valley Research Station field day May 22 — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-05-02 11:10

PERKINS, Okla. – Agricultural producers and horticulture enthusiasts can pick up valuable production tips at the Oklahoma State University Changing Faces of Agriculture Field Day in Perkins on May 22.

4-H and FFA commercial cattle grading contest June 14 — by ron.dahlgren@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-05-09 14:47

Stillwater, Okla. – Five counties in Oklahoma and Arkansas will sponsor a commercial cattle grading contest for 4-H and FFA youngsters on June 14.

Russian agriculturalists visit OSU — by janet.reeder@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-05-10 09:22

STILLWATER, Okla. –– Even Russians are interested in agritourism, and a small group of them who took part in a project designed to help them in their efforts recently visited the Oklahoma State University campus in Stillwater.

Miller speaks at Mexican commencement — by janet.reeder@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-05-10 09:21

STILLWATER, Okla. – Speaking through an interpreter, an Oklahoma State University agriculture associate dean, recently shared his views about the future of agriculture with graduating students in Puebla, Mexico.

OSU helps state teenagers REYAP benefits of agriculture — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-06-08 16:11

STILLWATER, Okla. – Farm animals, food processing and environmental stewardship made an urban connection June 6-8, as 43 teenagers from across Oklahoma participated in the REYAP Agriculture Science and Technology Institute at Oklahoma State University.

Stillwater leads Oklahoma for most rainfall — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-06-22 11:42

STILLWATER, Okla. – The rain in Spain may fall mainly on the plain, but in Oklahoma, it has fallen more on Stillwater than any other community in the state during the past two months.

Thompson new head of OSU department of biochemistry and molecular biology — by janet.reeder@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-06-25 08:53

STILLWATER, Okla. – Gary A. Thompson has been appointed head of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources’ department of biochemistry and molecular biology at Oklahoma State University, effective Aug. 1.

West Nile season is here — by janet.reeder@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-30 13:33

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma’s wet spring has created a huge mosquito population, but it is the drier conditions of mid- to late-summer that increase concerns about mosquito transmission of West Nile virus.

Oklahoma Ag Tech Field Day Aug. 9 — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-06-25 14:51

CHICKASHA, Okla. – Producers can get a firsthand look at the latest precision agriculture technologies and speak with experts at the 2007 Oklahoma Ag Technology Field Day Aug. 9 in Chickasha.

OSU agricultural engineering students take top national honors — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-04 19:04

Stillwater, Okla. – For the second straight year a team of Oklahoma State University agriculture students has taken first place in a national engineering competition, for their re-design of a tree shear.

National ag biosecurity institute opens at OSU — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-11 10:46

STILLWATER, Okla. – Call it, “Crime Scene Investigation with an agricultural focus,” courtesy of the new National Institute for Microbial Forensics and Food and Agricultural Biosecurity, headquartered at Oklahoma State University.

OSU animal scientist Bob Wettemann earns national honor — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-16 16:22

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Robert P. Wettemann has been named a 2007 Fellow of the American Society of Animal Science, one of the premier honors bestowed by ASAS.

OSU’s Don Wagner named national ASAS Fellow — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-17 16:57

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Donald G. Wagner has been named a 2007 Fellow of the American Society of Animal Science, one of the premier honors bestowed by ASAS.

Sprouted wheat can be fed to cattle — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-23 11:34

STILLWATER, Okla. – Good news for this year’s rainfall-drenched cattle operations: Sprouted wheat can be used efficiently in beef cattle rations, as long as an aflatoxin screening is performed if mold is present.

Stockpiled bermudagrass can reduce winter feed costs — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-23 11:43

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is hot and steamy and the middle of summer. That means cow-calf producers looking for economical, effective ways to feed their cattle need to be thinking of the coming winter right now.

Proper aeration key to storing moist or sprouted grain — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-23 12:24

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agricultural producers storing moist or sprouted grain need to remember the golden rule: The higher the moisture content, the higher the risk.

Grain bin insect management not unique for low quality grain — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-24 08:17

STILLWATER, Okla. – Insect management for short-term storage of low-test-weight or sprouted grain should not pose any unique insect problems as long as the grain is dry.

National organization looks to Oklahoma Extension professionals for leadership — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-25 10:51

STILLWATER, Okla. – Phil Pratt and Dirk Webb, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension county educators from Tulsa and Washita counties, are stepping into prominent leadership roles with the National Association of County Agricultural Agents.

Porter new head of OSU plant and soil sciences — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-07-27 16:20

STILLWATER, Okla. – David R. Porter has been appointed head of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources’ department of plant and soil sciences at Oklahoma State University, effective July 30.

OSU ag economist Kim Anderson receives double honor — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-06 16:05

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Kim Anderson received a double honor this summer, garnering two awards from the Western Agricultural Economics Association.

Sun Grant initiates new funding for biobased energy — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-17 14:00

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Sun Grant Initiative will be making available approximately $2.5 million during the next three years to area scientists and engineers developing and enhancing new sources of energy based on agricultural products.

OBI bull and heifer sale set for Oct. 18 — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-14 16:18

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cattle producers looking to improve herd performance should be putting pencil to paper now to determine the type of animals they want at the Oklahoma BEEF Inc. All-Breed Performance-Tested Bull and Replacement Heifer Sale in October.

Chandler to host Central Oklahoma Cattle Conference — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-15 16:07

CHANDLER, Okla. – Cattle producers looking for management ideas that can improve the marketability of cows and calves should register now to attend the Central Oklahoma Cattle Conference Oct. 25 in Chandler.

OSU wheat breeder’s genetic code-breaking means dollars to Oklahoma and region — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-16 15:22

STILLWATER, Okla. – Liuling Yan only joined Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources last year, but that move is already helping the southern Great Plains states make major breakthroughs in wheat improvement.

Oklahoma farm women can learn from ‘Annie’ — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-17 14:08

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma farm women with an interest in business and agricultural networking can now take advantage of special classes devoted to helping them manage information used in making critical decisions.

OSU ‘sweet’ biofuels research goes down on the farm — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-28 13:36

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s sorghum-related biofuels research is taking a localized approach, with the aim of making possible the effective production of ethanol in the farmer’s own field.

2007 record rainfall could create record fire danger — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-08-30 15:10

STILLWATER, Okla.--As Oklahomans sit and watch news video of the horrific fires in the American West or in Greece, they need to realize that in about two months the situation here could be as bad or worse.

CASNR students earn top three spots at national weed contest — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-04 09:04

STILLWATER, Okla. – It may not have been as easy as one-two-three, but a trio of Oklahoma State University students finished first, second and third at the 2007 Southern Weed Society Collegiate Weed Undergraduate Contest Aug. 9 in Vero Beach, Fla.

How high will wheat prices go? — by ron.dahlgren@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-10 13:26

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Kim Anderson was teased by colleagues and producers alike earlier this year, back when he was predicting wheat would increase to $5 per bushel: Cash wheat prices in Oklahoma currently are hovering around the $7 mark.

DASNR environmental sciences students provide sustainability recommendations for OSU Campus Master Plan — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-10 11:23

STILLWATER, Okla. – The future of Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus is shaping up, thanks in part to students from the OSU Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

Body condition useful tool to cattle breeding operations — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-10 09:08

STILLWATER, Okla. – To promote a profitable calf crop in the spring, cow-calf operators should be examining the body condition of replacement heifers and cows now.

Fence-line weaning benefits calves — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-11 11:56

STILLWATER, Okla. – The calendar may say “September,” but it’s Hallo-wean time for spring-calving cattle herds with calves born from young or thin cows.

Oklahoma gears up for Phytophthora blight fight — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-11 13:56

STILLWATER, Okla. – Call it, lessons learned from too much rain: Phytophthora blight, a devastating disease of cucurbits and peppers, was recently identified in a field of watermelons in southwestern Oklahoma, where it caused severe fruit rot.

DASNR agriculture research targets water quality concerns — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-12 15:10

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agricultural drainage in the eastern United States may seem far removed from the southern Great Plains, but solutions to environmental concerns in the Chesapeake Bay watershed are being studied in Oklahoma, and that is good news for America’s heartland.

Wheat price likely to peak in October — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-14 12:34

STILLWATER, Okla. – This year’s soaring wheat prices are likely to peak in October, according to market analysis provided by Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

Increasing animal value focus of Chandler cattle conference — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-14 14:52

CHANDLER, Okla. – Cattle producers can get a peek inside the thought process of an experienced order buyer at the Central Oklahoma Cattle Conference Oct. 25 in Chandler, and that knowledge could potentially result in increased value for their feeder calves and cull cows.

Wildlife symposium draws noted speakers — by janet.reeder@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-19 15:00

STILLWATER, Okla. –– For those with an interest in quail or other state wildlife and habitat, a two-day symposium in Woodward will provide opportunities to learn from a wide variety of experts.

Independent research shows DASNR programs worth billions to state — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-26 09:03

STILLWATER, Okla. – The annual impact of Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (DASNR) to the Oklahoma economy can be measured in the billions of dollars, and its ability to improve the quality of life for state residents may well be priceless.

Effect of rate change possibly mixed for agriculture — by ron.dahlgren@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-09-25 13:47

STILLWATER, Okla.--While the recent dropping of a key interest rate is generally seen as good for the general economy, it will take awhile to tell what its ultimate effect will be for farmers and ranchers, said Larry Sanders, agricultural policy specialist with the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.

New farm bill late, as usual — by ron.dahlgren@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-04 08:16

STILLWATER, Okla. – Call it, the mystery of the missing bill: The 2002 farm bill expired Sept. 30 and not only is there no 2007 farm bill to replace it, there is talk that it might take until December or later before a new bill is authorized.

New aquatic entomology course gives insights into ecological health — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-05 09:38

STILLWATER, Okla. – Aquatic insects contribute significantly to freshwater ecosystems, and can be an indicator how an ecosystem is responding to stress, which is vitally important to Oklahoma given that the state has more coastline than the Atlantic and Gulf coasts combined.

Movie bug hits OSU in a big way — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-08 13:52

STILLWATER, Okla. – Classic B-movies and crunchy munchies will make for a unique night out Nov. 1, when Oklahoma State University’s ENTO 2003 class throws open the doors to the public for Bug Movie Night.

Oklahoma Meat Goat Conference Nov. 2-3 in Ada — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-11 11:37

ADA, Okla. – Old goat hands, newcomers considering a meat goat operation and cattle producers interested in running two livestock income options should register now to attend the 2007 Oklahoma Meat Goat Conference Nov. 2-3 in Ada.

Industry experts predict economic impact of Oklahoma biofuels growth — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-11 14:38

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – The biofuels industry has taken root in Oklahoma and as it begins to grow, researchers, capital investors, farmers and ranchers grapple with the decisions that will ensure this emerging industry’s success.

Lusk named 2007 Whatley Award recipient — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-15 15:26

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Jayson Lusk has been named the 2007 recipient of the James A. Whatley Award for Meritorious Service in Agricultural Sciences.

Raun named OSU Sarkeys Distinguished Professor — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-15 15:34

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Bill Raun has been named the 2007 recipient of the Sarkeys Distinguished Professor Award by the OSU Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

FAPC faculty member wins international award — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-24 15:57

STILLWATER, Okla. – A faculty member from the Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center (FAPC) on the campus of Oklahoma State University recently won the International Gamma Sigma Delta Distinguished Achievement in Agriculture Award.

Kensinger named new head of animal science — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-26 14:45

STILLWATER, Okla. – Ronald S. Kensinger has been appointed head of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources’ department of animal science at Oklahoma State University.

Edelson named assistant director of statewide ag research organization — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-30 08:39

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Jonathan Edelson has been named assistant director of the statewide Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station system.

Little winter wheat for grazing this year — by ron.dahlgren@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-26 16:04

STILLWATER, Okla.—Oklahoma agriculture is noted for its unique ability to grow winter wheat that produces forage for stocker cattle all winter and a grain crop the next spring, a dual benefit that will not happen as much this year as in years past.

DASNR Distinguished Agriculture Alumni changed people’s lives — by donald.stotts@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-30 08:36

STILLWATER, Okla. – Eddie Smith, Byrd Curtis and Dennis White have never hesitated to show their “Orange Pride,” long after they graduated from Oklahoma State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

Lease hunting may increase in Oklahoma — by janet.reeder@okstate.edu — last modified 2007-10-30 13:49

STILLWATER, Okla. - Oklahoma’s wet spring caused headaches for wheat growers but is expected to have created improved habitat for much of the state’s wildlife and better hunting this fall.

Good profit potential for cattle forage programs — by ron.dahlgren@okstate.edu —