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Red River Crops Conference registration opens
Cotton, sorghum, wheat, hay and livestock top the Texas/Oklahoma conference agenda, along with weed control. → Read More
Oklahoma weather disrupted soybean production
2021 season a tale of two soybean crop choices: full-season and double-crop. → Read More
Drought assistance available for livestock producers
Oklahoma livestock producers that depend heavily on forage and grazing may qualify for assistance. → Read More
Oklahoma wheat producers betting on Oct. rainfall
Tips for "dusting in" wheat and optimum planting dates for grain-only farms. → Read More
Lunchtime series targets wintertime beef cattle management
Zoom webinars throughout October focus on topics from culling herds to managing winter feed costs. → Read More
Testing hay, pastures key to offsetting high grain prices
The cost of gain in cattle has been steadily increasing since 2020. → Read More
Good news for wheat harvest
The expanding lack of moisture in wheat-producing parts of Oklahoma has experts concerned. → Read More
Nearly 20% of eligible Okla. households enroll in broadband program
Emergency Broadband Benefit program helps struggling families afford broadband internet service during COVID. → Read More
Insect control key to successful double-crop soybean management
Following wheat harvest, insect management will play an important role in soybean production. → Read More
Points to consider if feeding spring-born goats to heavier weights
Meat-goat producers may want to take advantage of retained ownership opportunities → Read More
Recent rains, cool weather make favorable mosquito conditions
Mosquitos active in Oklahoma include Aedes and Psorophroa, a species that can grow up to six times larger than most other species. → Read More
Dehorning: Develop, follow a written protocol
Protocols can be developed in consultation with a local veterinarian. → Read More
Fighting the battle of the bulge in equine
Lush spring forage is like candy to horses. Limiting the amount of time they are turned out is important. → Read More
Extent of wheat damage variable after recent storms
Small grains specialist says wheat damage varies -- a field-by-field decision-making process. → Read More
Keys to promoting sound growth in young horses
Most young horses consume between 2% to 3% of their body weight in combined grain and forage per day. → Read More
Creep feeding a good practice for raising foals
Creep rations need a balanced amount of protein, calcium and phosphorus. → Read More
Know the basics of poultry care, risks of Salmonella
Humans can contract Salmonella when handling poultry, gathering eggs and eating poultry. → Read More
Oklahoma's wheat crop looks good; scout for aphids
Wheat producers encouraged to scout for Russian wheat aphid. → Read More
Orphaned foals require colostrum, special attention
Orphaned foals paired with a mare require close observation. A supplemental milk source may still be required. → Read More
Foaling: Preparation is key
Equine specialists provide tips on preparing a foaling environment. → Read More