Is Retained Ownership of Calves a Good Option this Fall?
Tune in this week for a discussion between Dana Zook and NE Extension Ag Economist Scott Clawson about retaining of ownership of calves on this farm. Without a solid grazing option of wheat pasture, many producers are weighing the decision of sell vs. retain on their fall calves. Tune in for a breakdown of this thought process.
Here is a link to Scott’s Slide Set that goes along with our discussion:
Scott’s Slide Set
Here is a link to Dana’s Slide Set that also goes along with our discussion:
Dana’s Slide Set
For more questions about our discussion, contact Scott at scott.clawson@okstate.edu or Dana at dana.zook@okstate.edu.
Here is a transcript of this episode
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Economics
Is Retained Ownership of Calves a Good Option this Fall?
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The Asian Longhorn Tick – What you need to know.
OSU Extension Factsheet on the Asian Longhorn Tick
Link to submittal form of suspected Asian Longhorn Tick to OK Disease Diagnostic Lab
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The Asian Longhorn Tick - What you need to know.
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Improving the lives of Oklahomans with ONE Health
This week I am excited to share a conversation I had with Dr. Rosslyn Biggs and Dr. Jared Taylor in the spring. The idea of One Health can seem complicated at first but at it’s core, its really just taking a closer look at the health of the people of our state. OSU has taken a strong stand in using the idea of ONE Health to improve the lives of all Oklahoman’s. By understanding that all aspects of health (animal, human, plant, environment, etc.) are connected, we may be able to come together to solve some of the biggest problems in our society. Its a cause that I think we can all get behind. This is an excellent conversation. Enjoy.
One Health Innovation Lab
New OSU one Health grant program spurs research collaboration
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Improving the lives of Oklahomans with ONE Health
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Heifers and Herd Expansion with Dr. Peel
This week Dana and Dr. Peel come together to discuss the economics of heifer retention and herd expansion. This is chock full of discussion about what is going on behind the scenes of the cattle industry with prices and expansion. Tune in!
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Heifers and Herd Expansion with Dr. Peel
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Revisiting the Misbehavior of the Eastern Redcedar
This week, the Extension Experience Podcast provides a re-run of a very popular episode from 2023 about the Eastern Redcedar.
Dana invites Dr. Laura Goodman back to discuss the negative impacts of Eastern Redcedar on our nations grasslands. They discuss how the Eastern Redcedar has become commonplace in our grasslands across the U.S. and the importance of control to maintain rangeland health.
Sources for this episode include:
Eastern Redcedar as a Hazardous Fuel (link)
Water Use by the Eastern Redcedar (link)
Eastern Redcedar Control and Management – Best Management Practices to Restore Oklahoma’s Ecosystems (link)
Find out more about Eastern Redcedar in our Publications Library on the OSU Extension Website
Transcripts are available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Revisiting the Misbehavior of the Eastern Redcedar
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What’s your Annual Vaccination Plan?
This week we have a discussion with Dr. Rosslyn Biggs about yearly vaccinations in the beef herd. No matter the time of the year, a discussion about your vaccination plan is important. Tune in!
Want to keep your vaccines cool? Make a vaccine cooler – instructions here!
A planning calendar for beef cattle herd health
Oklahoma Quality Beef Network Vaccination Guidelines for calves
Link to this episodes transcript
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
What's your Annual Vaccination Plan?
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Creative Teaching at the OSU Vet College
This week we talk with Dr Melanie Boileau about a new feature at the Oklahoma College of Veterinary Medicine, the Clinical Skills Lab. Tune in for an inside look at some of the training our veterinarians receive before they head into the industry.
Episode Transcript
Episode Resources:
OSU Vet College Website
Dr. Melanie Boileau
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Creative Teaching at the OSU Vet College
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Back to the Basics of Bovine Respiratory Disease with Dr. Jared Taylor
This week we continue our partnership with the College of Veterinary Medicine as I have a discussion with Dr. Jared Taylor about bovine respiratory disease . This disease complex is one very common to every beef producer in the industry. We vaccinate for this disease and have excellent treatment methods but Dr. Taylor and I agree that BRD continues to be a challenge for the beef industry overall. Dr. Taylor is an Associate Professor and Veterinarian with the Oklahoma State College of Veterinary Medicine.
Episode Resources:
Economic Effects of Bovine Respiratory Disease in Feedlot Cattle
Effects of Preconditioning on Health, Performance and Prices of Weaned Calves
Nutrition and Management Considerations for Preconditioning Home Raised Beef Calves
Oklahoma Vac-45 Program Requirements
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Back to the Basics of Bovine Respiratory Disease with Dr. Jared Taylor
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Cattle Lameness with Dr. Meredyth Jones
This week, we return to our series at the OSU College of Veterinary Medicine for a discussion with Dr. Meredyth Jones about lameness in beef cattle. Many producers are comfortable treating what they assume is foot rot, however there are many different issues that cause lameness that are not foot rot. Many of these other things will not respond to treatment like a foot rot case would.
Dr. Jones has provided some pictures below to give you an idea of what foot rot IS NOT. Remember foot rot will cause pretty even swelling on both sides and all the way around the foot. If the swelling is just on one side of the foot, your animal is experiencing something else and should not be treated for foot rot before consulting a veterinarian.
The xray shows an infected coffin joint which is commonly mistaken for foot rot because it causes swelling. It is much more severe than foot rot.
This is an picture of a sole ulcer, which is commonly mistaken for foot rot. It does not respond to antibiotics like foot rot does. The green block is called a hoof block. It’s a little shoe we put on the normal toe. It allows them to walk up off the ground so that the painful toe doesn’t hit the ground when they walk and it really helps with pain. It comes off when they are healed up.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Cattle Lameness with Dr. Meredyth Jones
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Its the season for Flies! with Dr. Jonathan Cammack
The week we round out our two-part series with a discussion that we recorded in April about fly control in beef cattle. Dr. Cammack is back with Dana to discuss the in’s and outs of managing flies on our livestock.
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Cattle Health
Its the season for Flies! with Dr. Jonathan Cammack
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What livestock owners need to know about ticks – with Dr. Cammack
This week kicks off a short two part series on external parasites. We are focusing on ticks this week and will follow with horn flies in the next episode. Dana discusses ticks with Dr. Jonathan Cammack, our new livestock entomologist at Oklahoma State.
Ticks discussed in this episode are the 1.) Gulf Coast Tick, 2.) American Dog Tick, 3.) Lone Star Tick and the new tick, 4.) the Asian Longhorn Tick.
Check out OSU’s resources about ticks:
Common Ticks of Oklahoma and Tick-Borne Diseases Factsheet (link)
Beef Cattle Ectoparasites Factsheet (link)
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What livestock owners need to know about ticks - with Dr. Cammack
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What’s up with these cattle markets?
This week we dive into the cattle markets with our Northeast Area Ag Economist Scott Clawson. We discuss beef demand, crazy prices, and risk management.
Check out these other resources that are related to today’s discussion:
A Strategy for Building the Beef Cow Herd
Are replacement heifers worth the cost? – SunUP TV segment
Transcripts available upon request.
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Economics
What's up with these cattle markets?
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Got Worms? Dewormer Resistance with Dr. John Gilliam
This week the Extension Experience Podcast returns to the Oklahoma State College of Veterinary Medicine where I spoke with Dr. John Gilliam about deworming management and the emerging issue of anthelmintic resistance to many of our current dewormers. He also explains the OSU Parasite Resistance Project and how Oklahoma producers can get involved.
Interested in participating in the project? Fill out this interest form and someone from OSU Extension will give you a call. link
Here is a link to two excellent episodes of the Thursday Ranchers Lunchtime Series on the current state of parasite resistance in our beef herds link.
Transcripts available upon request.
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Beef Nutrition
Got Worms? Dewormer Resistance with Dr. John Gilliam
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Throwback Episode: Vegetables Love Flowers
We are turning the scope to horticulture this week. Tune in for this throwback episode from 2022 where I spoke with Carla Smith, Pottawatomie County OSU 4H/Horticulture educator about warm season gardening. Plants that will be discussed include tomatoes, peppers, squash, pumpkins, cucumbers, and watermelons. Plant timing, soil temperature, rotation, small/patio gardens, pollinators, pollinator pairing will all be on tap.
Check out Carla’s upcoming events at Pottawatomie County OSU Extension: https://extension.okstate.edu/county/pottawatomie/index.html
Check out Carla’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064711265015
Oklahoma Gardening is a excellent show on Public Television and has a great website with gardening resources: http://oklahomagardening.okstate.edu/
Oklahoma Gardening Planning Guide HLA – 6004: https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/oklahoma-garden-planning-guide.html
Healthy Garden Soils HLA 6436: https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/healthy-garden-soils.html
Using Crop Rotation in the Home Vegetable Garden – University of Wisconsin Factsheet https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/using-crop-rotation-home-vegetable-garden-0/
Transcripts available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Throwback Episode: Vegetables Love Flowers
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Vet Insight: Orphan Calf Care
This week we start a new series that will be offered throughout the year from Veterinarians from the OSU Veterinary College in Stillwater. This week, I spoke to Dr. Rosslyn Biggs about orphan calf care.
Transcripts available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Vet Insight: Orphan Calf Care
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Livestock Showing Links Youth to Ag Industry
Join us for our final episode at OYE where Dana interviews Ella Allen, goat showman and skillathon competitor representing Konawa 4H and FFA.
OYE Skillathon
About the Oklahoma Youth Expo
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Livestock Showing Links Youth to Ag Industry
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OYE Doe Fitting Teams Keep their Eye on the Prize
The podcast is back at OYE and Dana interviews two Doe Fitting Teams from Kingfisher County. Savannah Hardison and Harper Jo Roller team up in their first year competing in the contest. Veteran fitter, Colton Burns teams up with first time fitter and younger brother Rylan Burns. The Burns brothers advanced to the final round and ended up getting 3rd overall. Both teams have big plans for the future under the guidance of Bryan Kennedy, Kingfisher County OSU Extension Educator.
About the Oklahoma Youth Expo
OYE Doe Fitting Contest website
Transcripts are available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
OYE Doe Fitting Teams Keep their Eye on the Prize
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First Time OYE Swine Showman Finds Success
This week the podcast is recording from OYE. My first interview is with Adyson Williams who is a first time swine showman at OYE. She is representing Chickasha FFA.
Find out more about the Oklahoma Youth Expo
Congrats and Goodluck to all OYE participants!
Transcripts are available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
First Time OYE Swine Showman Finds Success
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Water Consumption and Parasites
This week Dana is joined by Dr. Dave Lalman to provide a update on two focuses in his beef research team. On tap this week is water consumption in cold by mature lactating beef cows and the Parasite Resistance Project.
Want to find out more about the parasite resistance project? Click the link, access more info, and sign up to be part of our study. https://okstatecasnr.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cAtiVIHwoLyow50
For more info about parasite resistance and the current environment surrounding in internal parasite control in livestock, check out this Thursday Ranchers Lunchtime Series
Transcripts are available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Water Consumption and Parasites
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Livestock Markets and Ag Insights with Trent Milacek
We are back this week with Trent Milacek, Risk Management Advisor with CoMark Equity Alliance. Trent talks livestock markets but also some insights on how to remain flexible and relevant in todays ag climate.
Utilizing Livestock Risk Protection for Feeder Cattle – this publication is a little old but a good resource for giving you and idea of this risk protection tool
Transcripts are available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Livestock Markets and Ag Insights with Trent Milacek
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Crop Markets with Trent Milacek
This week Josh and Dana were joined by Trent Milacek for a discussion on the crop markets.
Trent gives his insights about ARC vs. PLC on this recent YouTube Video
Transcripts are available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Crop Markets with Trent Milacek
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Tis the season for Bloat!
This week Dana invites Dr. Paul Beck to talk about the bloat in cattle on wheat pasture. February and March is prime time for bloat in wheat pasture calves making it a very relevant discussion. Tune in to hear about the different types of bloat, why it occurs, and what products are available to manage and treat bloat.
PP over Options for Dealing with Bloat (link)
Cow Calf Corner Article: Control and Prevention of Bloat (link)
Transcripts are available upon request.
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Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Tis the season for Bloat!
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Using Urea in Beef Cattle Diets
This week, Dana has a discussion about Urea use in beef cattle diets with Dr. Dave Lalman.
Resources:
Considerations of Urea Use in Beef Cattle Diets – SDSU Article
Urea and NPN for Cattle and Sheep – Colorado State Article
A Comparison of Cottonseed Meal and Urea in Low Protein Winter Range Supplements for Cattle Experiment Station Report
Cattle fed raw soybeans should not be also fed urea – OSU Factsheet
You can also forward your questions to Dana Zook at dana.zook@okstate.edu
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
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Beef Nutrition
Using Urea in Beef Cattle Diets
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The Likelihood of Returns from Preconditioning Management
This is the second part of a two part series on OQBN and the various management practices associated with it. In this series, Dr. Kellie Raper reports on her finds as the “lady behind the numbers” in the OQBN program. Dana and Kellie look at the value of preconditioning, lot size, sex, castration and dehorning.
This episode looks at the likelihood of returns to a producer who applies different types of preconditioning managements to a herd.
View the OQBN website or order tags
Cattle Health
The Likelihood of Returns from Preconditioning Management
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Is Preconditioning Worth it?
This starts a two part series on OQBN and the various management practices associated with it. In this series, Dr. Kellie Raper reports on her finds as the “lady behind the numbers” in the OQBN program. Dana and Kellie look at the value of preconditioning, lot size, sex, castration and dehorning.
View the OQBN website or order tags
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Is Preconditioning Worth it?
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OSU Extension to host Cattlewomen’s College October 4th-5th in Beaver, OK
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
OSU Extension to host Cattlewomen's College October 4th-5th in Beaver, OK
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OSU Extension to host Cattlewomen’s College October 4th-5th in Beaver, OK
Calling all Cattlewomen!
OSU Extension is hosting a two-day all-inclusive program designed for women in the beef industry. Come learn from OSU Extension Specialists and enjoy fellowship in the heart of the Oklahoma Panhandle.
50 Spots are available. $75 per person (check)
Make Checks Payable to Harper County OSU Extension
1001 N. Hoy P.O. Box 180 Buffalo, OK 73834
Phone: 580-735-2252
Topics Include:
Native Grass Stocking & Wildlife Management
Farm to Fork Beef Production
EPD’s for Beginners
Calving 101
Body Condition Scoring
Risk Management
Tail Bleeding Ready, Set, Vaccinate!
For more details contact Darrell McBee 580-735-2252, Liz McBee 580-625-3464 or Dana Zook 580-237-7677
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
OSU Extension to host Cattlewomen's College October 4th-5th in Beaver, OK
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Beef Dairy Cross Calf Performance Part 2
This week, Dana follows up with Dr. Paul Beck on the finishing performance of beef/dairy cross calves in a research study at the OSU Willard Sparks Research Center.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Beef Dairy Cross Calf Performance Part 2
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Beef – Dairy Cross Calf Performance with Dr. Beck
This week, Dana Zook speaks with Dr. Paul Beck about his groups research on the performance of beef x dairy cross calves.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Beef - Dairy Cross Calf Performance with Dr. Beck
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“Even cows need to earn their keep!” with Dr. Barry Whitworth
Tune in this week to hear a discussion about pregnancy checking, the options, and benefits of this under-utilized management practice.
A Planning Calendar for Beef Cattle Herd Health (link)
Bovine Trichomoniasis (link)
Beef Cull Cow Management and Marketing Alternatives (link)
Cattle Health
"Even cows need to earn their keep!" with Dr. Barry Whitworth
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What to do about armadillos, squirrels, snakes and other creatures…
This week, Dana speaks with Dr. Dwayne Elmore about controlling nuisance wildlife. This is a fun episode where we discuss deer, armadillo, squirrels, prairie dogs, gophers, and moles and how we can manage, tolerate, and/or control them across the landscape.
Resources:
Managing Deer Damage to Crop Fields in Oklahoman (link)
Reducing Deer Damage in Horticulture Situations (link)
Tips for Managing Nuisance Armadillo (link)
Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation
Check out our online course: Managing Backyard Wildlife Problems https://learn.extension.okstate.edu/courses/managing-backyard-wildlife-problems
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
What to do about armadillos, squirrels, snakes and other creatures...
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Big Changes to OTC Antibiotics after June 11th
This week Dana speaks with Dr. Barry Whitworth about how over the counter antibiotics are not going to be available after June 11th, 2023. After this time, all antibiotics will require a prescription from a licensed veterinarian. Producers who haven’t consistently used a veterinarian in the past will need to establish a working relationship with a veterinarian. The formal relationship is called a Veterinary-Client-Patient-Relationship (VCPR).
Episode Links:
Search for an Accredited Veterinarian: https://vsapps.aphis.usda.gov/vsps/public/VetSearch.do
or contact the Oklahoma State Veterinary Medical Examiners Board for assistance seeking out a licensed veterinarian in your area.
Many in the agriculture industry may wonder why these new rules are being instituted. The development of antimicrobial drug resistance in human medicine is a serious public health concern. For this reason, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) promotes the judicious use of antimicrobial drugs in human medicine (CDC, 2021). As well as promoting the judicious use of antibiotics in human medicine, the FDA also promotes the judicious use of antibiotics in animals. The Guidance for the Industry # 209 (GFI #209) outlines the FDA’s thoughts on how to use antimicrobial drugs in food/animals in a judicious way. Two concepts of GFI #209 are that antimicrobial drugs should only be used for animal health and that these drugs should be used under veterinary supervision.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Big Changes to OTC Antibiotics after June 11th
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The Misbehavior of Eastern Redcedar
This week, Dana invites Dr. Laura Goodman back to discuss the negative impacts of Eastern Redcedar on our nations grasslands. They discuss how the Eastern Redcedar has become commonplace in our grasslands across the U.S. and the importance of control to maintain rangeland health.
Sources for this episode include:
Eastern Redcedar as a Hazardous Fuel (link)
Water Use by the Eastern Redcedar (link)
Eastern Redcedar Control and Management – Best Management Practices to Restore Oklahoma’s Ecosystems (link)
Find out more about Eastern Redcedar in our Publications Library on the OSU Extension Website
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
The Misbehavior of Eastern Redcedar
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Preserving Native Range in Drought
This week Dana speaks with Dr. Laura Goodman, OSU Extension Range Specialist about the impacts of drought on native range. We discuss stocking rate and the new Rangeland Analysis Platform (RAP) tool that can help producers anticipate forage growth in the upcoming growing season.
Click the link for the Rangelands Analysis Platform (RAP)
To look at production of grasses, click Launch Production Explorer
Take a look at the OSU factsheets related to the podcast:
Stocking Rate Determination NREM-2886
Stocking Rate: The Key to Successful Livestock Production PSS-2871
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Preserving Native Range in Drought
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Spring Prep for Deer Season
This week, Dana joins Dr. Dwayne Elmore for a discussion on the spring and summer preparations hunters and landowners can do to prepare for fall hunting season.
OSU Factsheet – Quality Deer Management in Oklahoma
OSU Factsheet – Reducing Mortality of Grassland Wildlife During Haying and Wheat Harvesting Operations
OSU Factsheet – White-tailed deer Habitat Evaluation and Management Guide
OSU Factsheet – A Practical Guide to Food plots
OSU Factsheet – Aflatoxins in Wildlife Feed
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Spring Prep for Deer Season
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Pasture Fertility Need is Different in Drought
This week Josh and Dana spoke with Dr. Brian Arnall after one of the Spring Forage Meetings held across NW OK. We talk about Small Grains and Perennial Pastures. We cover Nitrogen but also the increased need for Phosphorus and Potassium in drought and overgrazed forages. Soil sampling is also a big topic.
Check out the Red Dirt Agronomy Podcast that Dr. Arnall co-hosts with Dr. Jason Warren and Dr. Josh Lofton. Find their podcast on Google Podcast, Apple Podcast, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
Other great resources:
How to get a Good Soil Sample OSU Factsheet
OSU Soil Test Interpretations OSU Factsheet
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Pasture Fertility Need is Different in Drought
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Developing a Successful Relationship with your Veterinarian
This week, Dana sits down with Dr. Meredyth Jones, Associate Professor at the OSU College of Veterinary Medicine to discuss a survey that she did with Rural Oklahoma Veterinarians. Through the survey, Dr. Jones asked for perspective on what makes the livestock producer-veterinarian relationship successful.
Veterinary Viewpoints: Cultivating veterinarian and producer relationships – article by Kaylie Wehr from which the podcast originates
Livestock Producers! Are you interested in sharing your thoughts on what what you believe makes the relationship successful? Email meredyth.jones@okstate.edu or find her information at her profile .
You can also forward your questions to Dana Zook at dana.zook@okstate.edu
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Developing a Successful Relationship with your Veterinarian
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Former Okie returns to lead OSU Animal Science
This week Dana interviews Dr. Richard Coffey, new department head of the OSU Animal Science Department.
Oklahoma State Animal Science Department
Meet Dr. Coffey
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Former Okie returns to lead OSU Animal Science
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Happy Trails, Trent!
This week, Trent bids us farewell as he moves on to a new position.
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Happy Trails, Trent!
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Manage Risk with LRP
This week, Trent discusses Livestock Risk Protection, a great program for producers to manage risk on cattle. Tune in to hear about how this product is an alternative to hedging and can be useful for smaller groups of cattle.
LRP OSU Factsheet – this is a little out of date but is a good reference for the basics of the program
Talk with your local crop insurance agent to find out more details for the program in your area.
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Manage Risk with LRP
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Oklahoma Agriculture starts with SUNUP
This week, Dana speaks with Kurtis Hair behind the scenes of SUNUP tv.
Watch past episodes on the SUNUP website
Watch SUNUP live on Saturdays at 7:30AM on your local OETA station
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Oklahoma Agriculture starts with SUNUP
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Cold Weather Preparations for Livestock
This week, Trent, Dana and Josh discuss cold weather preparations for livestock. Tune in for discussion on feeding, water, liquid feed, and safety during cold weather! Stay warm out there!
Important Links:
Cow Calf Corner Newsletter featuring info on Cold Weather Nutrition
Podcast from the past on Managing Cold Stress in Beef Cows
Interested in planting oats this spring? Check out our past episode on this Vote for Oats!; Cows Choice for hay
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Cold Weather Preparations for Livestock
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Nitrate and Prussic Acid: Is it Poisonous or Toxic?
In this episode Josh, Dana and Trent discuss nitrate toxicity and prussic acid poisoning risks for livestock utilizing summer forages.
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Beef Nutrition
Nitrate and Prussic Acid: Is it Poisonous or Toxic?
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Is Worthless Hay Worth Less?
In this episode Dana, Josh and Trent discuss the value of hay and traditional supplements to assist producers with the difficult chore of purchasing rations for winter feeding.
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Beef Nutrition
Is Worthless Hay Worth Less?
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Feeding Cows in Drought with Dr. Dave Lalman
This week Dana is joined by Dr. Dave Lalman to talk about supplementation and feeding the beef cows this winter amidst continued drought and low forage supplies.
Request a copy of the OSU Beef Cowculator a ration balancer for Beef Cattle of all production stages
Limit Feeding Concentrate Diets to Beef Cows as as Alternative to Feeding Hay – OSU Factsheet
Management of Cows with Limited Forage Availability – OSU Factsheet
Vitamin and Mineral Nutrition of Grazing Cattle – OSU Factsheet
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Feeding Cows in Drought with Dr. Dave Lalman
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Local Butcher Shop; a Meat Lovers Dream
This week Dana speaks with Eldon Campbell, Garfield County Native, former 4H’er and OSU Graduate about his journey to becoming part owner of the small business called T&C Meats in Enid, OK. T&C Meats, a small local butcher shop that opened in 2017, has been a huge success selling prime steaks, premium ground beef, and high quality pork and chicken products.
With the assistance of a CARES act grant from the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Eldon and his partners are constructing a meat processing plant in Enid, called Chisholm Trail Meats that will open Spring of 2023. This new facility will have the capacity to handle 50 head of beef a week (in addition to some pork and lamb) and fill the local need of custom processing. This plant will also have the ability to inspect and label meat products bound for farmers markets, restaurants and retail sale.
T&C’s new website
Find T&C on Facebook
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Local Butcher Shop; a Meat Lovers Dream
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Get Ready to Plant Wheat
In this episode Trent and Josh recap the summer extension season and give producers some tips on planting wheat this fall.
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Get Ready to Plant Wheat
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A Hybrid of Grain and Forage Finished Beef with Dr. Paul Beck
This week Dana continues the finishing beef conversation with Dr. Paul Beck. Forage or grass finished beef has it’s market share with consumers but it actually can be very challenging to produce. Forage management is key to having high quality forage at all times of the year, even through a tough Oklahoma drought! Paul discusses forage finishing along with some past research he did looking at an alternative way to finish beef on pasture with grain. Join us!
Finishing Beef Cattle on the Farm AFS-3303
An Introduction to Finishing Beef AFS-3302
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
A Hybrid of Grain and Forage Finished Beef with Dr. Paul Beck
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The Basics of Finishing Beef with Dr. Paul Beck
This week, Dana starts a two-part series with Dr. Paul Beck about small scale finishing beef. This episode will discuss nutrition, facility, selection and health considerations for those who might be interested in finishing their own beef on their farm.
Finishing Beef Cattle on the Farm AFS-3303
An Introduction to Finishing Beef AFS-3302
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
The Basics of Finishing Beef with Dr. Paul Beck
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Stockpiling Forages to Decrease Feed Costs with Brian Pugh
This week, Dana talks with Brian Pugh, OSU Extension Northeast Area Agronomist for insight into stockpiling Bermudagrass and other forages. Stockpiling is a way to reduce both hay feeding and supplementation in livestock operations. Mother nature has a role in the success of stockpiling but opportunities exist in both the Eastern and Western parts of Oklahoma to use this form of forage management.
Managing Bermudagrass Pasture to Reduce Winter Hay Feeding AFS-3035
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Stockpiling Forages to Decrease Feed Costs with Brian Pugh
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Have sprinklers?…will water
This week we highlight July as Smart Irrigation Month. To discuss what this means, Dana speaks with Josh Campbell (Oklahoma County Urban Ag and Natural Resources Educator) and Brad Secraw (Cleveland County Ag Educator) about addressing water use in landscapes and lawns. Listen in for this fun and very applicable conversation.
Water Efficient Landscapes for Oklahoma E-1051 – Available online or contact the Oklahoma State University Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture for a beautiful printed copy.
View the online Drought-Tolerant Plant Database
Managing Pressure in the Home Irrigation System HLA-6617
Simple Irrigation Checkup for Home Sprinkler Systems HLA-6615
Simple Irrigation Audit for Home Lawns in Oklahoma HLA-6610
Smart Irrigation Technology: Controllers and Sensors HLA-6445
Addressing Drainage Issues in the Urban Landscape BAE-1542
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Have sprinklers?...will water
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Women in Ag with Sonya McDaniel
This week Dana interviews Sonya McDaniel, the coordinator of the OSU Women in Agriculture Conference. This years conference will be held August 4-5th at the Champion Conference Center in Oklahoma City. As you will hear, this event is so much more than education; it’s a place for networking and engagement of women across the state.
Register for the Conference Here! Early bird registration of $75 ends July 13th. After that, registration increases to $125!
Draft Conference Agenda
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Women in Ag with Sonya McDaniel
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Addressing the Rural Vet Shortage
This week, Dana sits down with Dr. Rosslyn Biggs to discuss the fact that rural Oklahomans are experiencing a severe shortage in large animal veterinarians. Through grant funding, Dr. Biggs and many others at OSU are hosting a new in person module series called the OSU Integrated Beef Program to address this.
Interested Veterinarians and Veterinary students are asked to apply for the program online. Selection for the 2023 program will be sometime in Fall of 2022.
Dr. Biggs is an OSU Beef Extension Specialist and also the Director of Continuing Education for the OSU College of Veterinary Medicine. Her contact information can be found here.
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Addressing the Rural Vet Shortage
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Oklahoma Gardens with Casey Hentges
This week, Dana hosts Casey Hentges, OSU Extension Specialist for OSU Extension in the Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. Casey is also the host for the flagship gardening show Oklahoma Gardening. Dana and Casey discuss the Oklahoma Gardening show in addition to the Botanic Garden at OSU, the home for all things OSU Horticulture.
Check out Oklahoma Gardening on YouTube
Oklahoma Gardening Website
The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University Website
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Oklahoma Gardens with Casey Hentges
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A Closer Look at Pinkeye with Dr. Rosslyn Biggs
This week Dana sits down with Dr. Rosslyn Biggs to discuss a common summer issue in beef cattle called Pinkeye.
OSU Pinkeye Factsheet
Dr. Barry Whitworth explains Pinkeye on Sunup
Dr. Glenn Selk explains the heritability of eye problems in Beef Cattle on Sunup
Transcripts of episode available upon request.
Oklahoma State University, in compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, and educational services. References within this publication to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, service mark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement by Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
A Closer Look at Pinkeye with Dr. Rosslyn Biggs
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Wheat Needs a Drink
Josh and Trent discuss the current Oklahoma wheat crop and what producers should think about in terms of input management and harvest time decisions. Feel free to ask us a question! extensionexperience@okstate.edu
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Wheat Needs a Drink
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Calf Vaccine Research Direct from OSU
This week Dana talks with OQBN coordinator Jeff Robe about his Masters Thesis project focused on vaccination timing of calves using OQBN vaccine protocols.
For more information about his research, contact Jeff Robe at 405-744-4268
Find out about the upcoming Calf Health Clinics offered by a OSU County Extension Office near you:
| Extension Meeting Host | Location | Date | Time |
Woodward County | Woodward County OSU Extension Center | April 13, 2022 | 11-1pm |
| Cleveland County | TBD | April 19, 2022 | Evening |
| Noble County | Noble County Fairgrounds | May 5, 2022 | 10:30-2:30pm |
| Grady County | TBD | May 5, 2022 | Evening |
| Pawnee County/Pawnee Livestock Market | Pawnee County Fairgrounds | May 12, 2022 | 11-1pm |
| Comanche/Tilman Counties | TBD | May 18, 2022 | TBD |
| Kay County/SPLM | Southern Plains Livestock Market | May 19, 2022 | 10:30-1:30pm |
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Calf Vaccine Research Direct from OSU
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Vegetables love flowers!
In this episode, Dana speaks with Carla Smith, Pottawatomie County OSU 4H/Horticulture educator about warm season gardening. Plants that will be discussed include tomatoes, peppers, squash, pumpkins, cucumbers, and watermelons. Plant timing, soil temperature, rotation, small/patio gardens, pollinators, pollinator pairing will all be on tap.
Check out Carla’s upcoming events at Pottawatomie County OSU Extension: https://extension.okstate.edu/county/pottawatomie/index.html
Check out Carla’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064711265015
Oklahoma Gardening is a excellent show on Public Television and has a great website with gardening resources: http://oklahomagardening.okstate.edu/
Oklahoma Gardening Planning Guide HLA – 6004: https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/oklahoma-garden-planning-guide.html
Healthy Garden Soils HLA 6436: https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/healthy-garden-soils.html
Using Crop Rotation in the Home Vegetable Garden – University of Wisconsin Factsheet https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/using-crop-rotation-home-vegetable-garden-0/
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Vegetables love flowers!
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Understanding Avian Influenza with Dr. Barry Whitworth
This week Dana discusses the ongoing Avian Influenza outbreak. They discuss the details of the disease and ways to prevent it in small and backyard flocks.
Small Flock Biosecurity for Prevention of Avian Influenza Factsheet AFS-8301
Episode Links:
Contacts if you have widespread illness and/or death in your flock:
Your Local Veterinarian
Local County Extension Educator. Contact numbers for each OSU County Extension office can be found online https://extension.okstate.edu/county/
OADDL Oklahoma Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory (405)-744-6623
ODAFF State Veterinarian (405) 522-6141
ODAFF-Subsidized Disease Surveillance Program (405)-522-6139
Under the current program, ODAFF will pay the costs of necropsy and diagnostic testing, provided that the bird can be tested for Avian Influenza. Results of the diagnostic testing will be provided to owner, veterinarian (if involved), extension educator and ODAFF
USDA Defend the Flock Toll free number: 1-866-536-7593
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Understanding Avian Influenza with Dr. Barry Whitworth
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What’s Up With the New Farm Bill?
In this episode Josh and Trent are joined by Dr. Amy Hagerman to discuss farm bill deliberations and possible changes that could be coming with a new farm bill.
https://experts.okstate.edu/amy.hagerman
https://extension.okstate.edu/programs/farm-management-and-finance/e-farm-management-training/index.html
We would love to answer your questions! Please email any questions to extensionexperience@okstate.edu
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
What's Up With the New Farm Bill?
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Have You Managed All That Risk?
In this episode Josh and Trent talk with Dr. Amy Hagerman about risks on the farm and ways to mitigate losses in the event that disaster strikes. We cover insurance and FSA programs that can be useful to producers in their times of greatest need.
https://experts.okstate.edu/amy.hagerman
https://extension.okstate.edu/programs/farm-management-and-finance/e-farm-management-training/index.html
We would love to answer your questions! Feel free to email us at extensionexperience@okstate.edu
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Have You Managed All That Risk?
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Don’t plant those tomatoes yet!!!
This week Dana speaks with Carla Smith, Pottawatomie County OSU Extension 4H/Horticulture Educator about cool season and early spring gardening. We talked about appropriate plants for early season gardens, planning, rotation, soil testing and planting seeds.
Plant Hardiness Zone Map https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/winter-protection-for-landscape-plants.html
Check out Carla’s upcoming events at Pottawatomie County OSU Extension: https://extension.okstate.edu/county/pottawatomie/index.html
Check out Carla’s facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064711265015
Oklahoma Gardening http://oklahomagardening.okstate.edu/
Oklahoma Gardening Planning Guide HLA – 6004: https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/oklahoma-garden-planning-guide.html
Healthy Garden Soils HLA 6436: https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/healthy-garden-soils.html
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Don't plant those tomatoes yet!!!
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The Big Question: Haul the Feed or Haul to Town
This episode Dana, Trent, and Josh continue their discussion on the state of the wheat as a forage crop. This is a good discussion about the reality of the drought and what little wheat is left to graze. Do producers hang on to calves in hopes for summer grass or do they cut their ties and haul calves to town?
We are also asking listeners to send up their questions via email at extensionexperience@okstate.edu. We would love to address your questions in a future episode.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
The Big Question: Haul the Feed or Haul to Town
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The State of OK Wheat
This week the Extension Experience Crew are back together to discuss the state of this years wheat crop. Vernilization, Fertility, drought impacts, and markets are all on tap.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
The State of OK Wheat
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Managing Cold Stress in Livestock
This week Dana, Trent and Josh discuss cold and inclement weather and what it means for beef cows.
Check out the Cattle Comfort Advisor on the Oklahoma Mesonet
Estimating Water Requirements for Mature Beef Cows AFS-3299
If you are interested in the feeder calibration clinics mentioned at the end of the episode check out the links to the county clinics here: Noble, Dewey, Woodward, Ellis#1, Ellis#2, Harper, Woods#1, Woods#2, Grant
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Managing Cold Stress in Livestock
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Holiday Wishes + Christmas Oldie
Holiday wishes to you and yours! This week we revisit our 2020 Christmas episode titled Christmas Tree Psychology with Trent, Josh and Dana.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Holiday Wishes + Christmas Oldie
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Managing Goats for the OK Prairie Project
This week we return to the Stateline Sheep and Goat Project and discuss more specifically with Laura and Cooper about managing the goats for the prairie project. Tune in for info on goat nutrition, fencing, guardian dogs, and kidding.
Introduction to Prescribed Fire Online Course – Cost $20
Check out Natural Resource Extension’s Social Media Pages:
The Prairie Project on facebook @prairierestored
Oklahoma State University Natural Resources Extension on facebook @OklahomaLands
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Managing Goats for the OK Prairie Project
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Fire, Goats, and Cattle: A Recipe for Native Range Improvement
This week Dana interviews Dr. Laura Goodman and Cooper Sherrill about The Prairie Project. This project utilizes patch burning management and multispecies grazing to improve native range in central Oklahoma.
Check out Natural Resource Extension’s Social Media Pages:
The Prairie Project on facebook @prairierestored
Oklahoma State University Natural Resources Extension on facebook @OklahomaLands
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Fire, Goats, and Cattle: A Recipe for Native Range Improvement
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Pesticide Applicator Training Updates
In this episode Josh and Trent discuss changes to the private and certified applicator training process for Oklahoma producers. There is a new testing procedure and new opportunities for CEU for private applicators which has not been available before. If you are a certified or private applicator, listen in to see how the changes affect you.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Pesticide Applicator Training Updates
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Wheat Pasture COG: Are You Valuing Your Wheat?
In this episode, Josh and Trent discuss the penalty from grazing wheat in a dual purpose system and how much it will cost producers to run cattle on this forage source. With the increased cost of wheat and higher input costs, producers should analyze their budget situation to make sure they are receiving enough money for allowing cattle to graze their crop.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Wheat Pasture COG: Are You Valuing Your Wheat?
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Preconditioning Defined
This episode we invited Jeff Robe back to discuss calf preconditioning and the OSU preconditioning program, Oklahoma Quality Beef Network.
If you would like to order tags, visit the OQBN website and look for “Order Tags Online” on the right.
Oklahoma Quality Beef Network Website
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Preconditioning Defined
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Beef Demand Behind the Scenes
This week Dana invites back Heather Buckmaster, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Beef Council. This week the focus is beef demand and the 35th Anniversary of the Beef Checkoff. Tune in to find out how OK consumers rank against other consumers outside our state. We also take a behind the scenes look at how the Checkoff has made positive changes to beef in the last 35 years.
Visit the Oklahoma Beef Council Website
Interested in learning more about the Beef Checkoff? View the new Whiteboard Videos.
Become Beef Quality Assurance Certified
Checkout the OBC YouTube Website
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Beef Demand Behind the Scenes
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What does the OK Beef Council do for you?
This week Dana is joined by Heather Buckmaster, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Beef Council. They discuss the origins of the state beef councils, the checkoff and how the OBC promotes beef within the state, nation and around the world.
Visit the Oklahoma Beef Council Website
Interested in learning more about the Beef Checkoff? View the new Whiteboard Videos.
Become Beef Quality Assurance Certified
Dana’s new favorite beef council recipe Spy Thai Beef and the unique Beef Sticky Buns
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
What does the OK Beef Council do for you?
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Despondency to Euphoria; A look at Wheat and Soybean Markets
In this episode, Trent gives and excellent technical analysis of the current wheat and soybean markets. While volatile, these markets are seeing a positive run. Trent encourages producers to lock in some prices and employ some risk management tools to take advantage this market.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Despondency to Euphoria; A look at Wheat and Soybean Markets
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OSU Master Cattlemen
This week, Dana speaks with Dr. Kellie Raper about OSU’s Master Cattlemen Program. Started in 2004, Master Cattlemen has evolved to now publish it’s eighth edition of the Beef Cow Manual. Join us for a fun discussion about the program and exciting news about upcoming classes.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
OSU Master Cattlemen
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Preserving Bale Quality
This week, Dana Zook and Marty New dive into round bale storage. Does round bale storage impact hay quality? Tune into the discussion and the announcement of several hay storage demonstration opportunities across the state.
Round Bale Hay Storage Factsheet – BAE-1716
Reducing Winter Feeding Costs – PSS-2570
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Preserving Bale Quality
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American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Trent Milacek and JC Hobbs talk about debt relief for socially disadvantaged farmers. The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 provides monies that are being administered by the FSA and our discussion hits on eligibility and potential tax liabilities for those receiving ad hoc disaster payments. Please visit https://www.farmers.gov/americanrescueplan to discover more details on the topic.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
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Educator Spotlight: Brian Freking
In this episode we get to talk with Brian Freking the Southeast Area Extension Livestock Specialist. Brian Hails from Iowa and now wears many hats in Extension as both an area specialist and filling in for vacant county ag positions in his area. Join us for a discussion with one of the great extension specialists in OK!
Educator Spotlight
Educator Spotlight: Brian Freking
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Fly Talk with Brian Freking
Brian Freking joins us this week for a timely discussion on horn fly control in beef cattle. As the most negetively impacting insect for beef, understanding horn fly management is crucial to summer gains in stockers and milk production in mature cows.
Beef Cattle Ectoparasites Factsheet
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Fly Talk with Brian Freking
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Beefing up Silage Production; Part 2
This week we welcome Dr. Renato Schmidt, Forage Product Specialist from Lallemand Animal Nutrition for a discussion on silage production. Dr. Schmidt flew in from Wisconsin to talk to Olahoma producers at a Silage meeting in Fairview on May 18th. Part 2 covers silage feedout and silage safety.
Lallemand Animal Nutrition
Quality Silage – website with excellent silage resources including
Ensuring Silage Safety
Beef Nutrition
Beefing up Silage Production; Part 2
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Beefing up Silage Production; Part 1
This week we welcome Dr. Renato Schmidt, Forage Product Specialist from Lallemand Animal Nutrition for a discussion on silage production. Dr. Schmidt flew in from Wisconsin to talk to OKlahoma producers at a Silage meeting in Fairview on May 18th. We were lucky enough to pin him down for an interview. Part 1 covers silage harvest and fermentation.
Lallemand Animal Nutrition
Quality Silage – website with excellent silage resources including
Ensuring Silage Safety
Bunker Silo Sizing and Management Factsheet
Beef Nutrition
Beefing up Silage Production; Part 1
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Educator Spotlight: Ally Minor
This week we interview new ag educator Ally Minor. Ally is a relatively new educator to Grady County, OK. Ally grew up in Arkansas on a diversified ag operation where they raised broiler chickens and commercial and purebred shorthorn cattle. Ally has an Animal Science degree from OSU and has been very successful starting a variety of successful ag extension programs in Grady County
Educator Spotlight
Educator Spotlight: Ally Minor
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What came first, the chicken or the egg?
This week we talk with Ally Minor about…you guess it…chickens. Backyard poultry, planning for your flock, chicks, bird care, local ordinances/regulations and and a brand new online chicken training manual. Don’t fly the coop – join us!
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
What came first, the chicken or the egg?
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Brrr…Can my plants still thrive?
This week the hosts talk horticulture with Courtney Keck, the Canadian County Horticulture Educator. Numerous inquiries about the state of plant health after the February deep freeze have lead to this discussion.
Effects of Deep Freeze on Landscape Plants
USDA Hardiness Zone Map
Oklahoma Gardening Segment What to look for in Freeze Damaged Plants
Winter Injured Plants in the Landscape Video by Canadian County OSU Extension
Horticulture
Brrr...Can my plants still thrive?
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Spring Crop Update & Price Impacts
This week, the hosts give a brief update on the Spring growing conditions, discuss crop prices and marketing opportunities.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Spring Crop Update & Price Impacts
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Ask a Vet: Bludgeoning BVDv
We finalize this series on BVDv with a cattle health discussion with OSU Extension Vet, Barry Whitworth. Barry gives great insight on the disease, symptoms and prevention measures.
Managing Persistently Infected BVDv in Cattle
BVD is Alive and Well in OK
Cattle Health
Ask a Vet: Bludgeoning BVDv
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Ask a Vet; Guide to Calving
Oklahoma cattle producers are deep into calving season. This week we have a Calving Q&A session with one of our Extension Veterinarians, Dr. Barry Whitworth.
Calving Time Management for Beef Cows and Heifers E-1006
Cow-Calf Corner – Stage 1 of Calving Video 1/23/21
Cow-Calf Corner – Stage 2 of Calving Video 1/30/21
Cow-Calf Corner – Stage 3 of Calving Video 2/6/21
Cattle Health
Ask a Vet; Guide to Calving
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Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDv) – A Real Life Story Part 2
The week we continue a 3 part series on BVDv and the impact on a local cattle herd. Part of the shipping fever pneumonia complex, this disease is wide reaching and impacts to the US cattle herd are significant. Think this doesn’t apply to you? Think again…this disease eludes producers with Persistently Infected (PI) animals. Often, these PI animals don’t show symptoms of the infection and can infect whole herds.
Managing Persistently Infected BVDv in Cattle
BVD is Alive and Well in OK
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDv) - A Real Life Story Part 2
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Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDv) – A Real Life Story Part 1
The week we start a 3 part series on BVDv and the impact on a local cattle herd. Part of the shipping fever pneumonia complex, this disease is wide reaching and impacts to the US cattle herd are significant. Think this doesn’t apply to you? Think again…this disease eludes producers with Persistently Infected (PI) animals. Often, these PI animals don’t show symptoms of the infection and can infect whole herds.
Managing Persistently Infected BVDv in Cattle
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDv) - A Real Life Story Part 1
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Educator Spotlight: Earl Ward
This week we are highlighting Northeast Area Livestock Specialist, Earl Ward. This Oklahoma native hailing from Durant, OK brings nutrition expertise to the Extension system. His creative drive and unique sense of humor makes him excellent at both educator and ag producer education.
Earl is located in the Northeast District Office in Muskogee, OK
NEOK Ag Advantage Facebook Page – all Earls videos are posted here in a addition to some great timely ag topics.
Educator Spotlight
Educator Spotlight: Earl Ward
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Vote for Oats! : Cows Choice for Hay
Are oats in your future as a late spring grazing option? This week we talk about the details of planting oats, soil fertility needed, and realistic expectations of forage production.
Spring-planted Oat for Grazing or Hay Production Factsheet PSS-2160
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Vote for Oats! : Cows Choice for Hay
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Are your Cows Prima Ballerinas?
This is part two of addressing breeding season readiness in the beef herd. Earl Ward joins us from Northeast Oklahoma to address this timely topic. Body condition, feeding and supplementation are all on tap in this episode.
Supplementing Beef Cows ANSI-3010
Body Condition Scoring of Beef Cows ANSI-3283
Beef Nutrition
Are your Cows Prima Ballerinas?
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What Happened to La Nina?
This week we visited with Wes Lee, OSU Assistant Extension Specialist with the Oklahoma Mesonet. We discussed the origin story of the Mesonet and why Oklahoma weather has diverted from the forecasted warmer and drier La Nina winter to a slightly wetter than average trend.
Managing Cattle and Forages in a Dry Weather Pattern – OSU Beef Extension Ranchers Thursday Lunchtime Series starting this week on Thursday January 28th at 12:30.
Register Here
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
What Happened to La Nina?
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Preparing your Herd’s Ultimate Athlete
Bull prep is this weeks topic. As we turn the calendar year, producers are thinking about their bull battery and making decisions for the spring breeding season. We are joined by Marty New, SW Area Extension Livestock Specialist to talk about how we get bulls ready for the breeding season, cow to bull ratios, and bull rotation.
Postweaning Evaluation Programs for Beef Bulls ANSI-3002
Check out our Chapter on Bull Managmenet in the Oklahoma Beef Manual – This can be purchased from local OSU County Extension Office or you can order a Oklahoma Beef Manual here
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Preparing your Herd's Ultimate Athlete
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Educator Spotlight: Marty New
This week, we have another episode highlighting one of the extension educators in the OSU Cooperative extension system. It was our honor to speak with Marty New, SW Area Extension Livestock Specialist. Marty is a Comanche County Native that has had a long history in OSU Extension as a county educator and now as an area specialist. His programming through 23 years of service has been extensive, offering ag and 4H programs to youth and producers across Oklahoma.
Educator Spotlight
Educator Spotlight: Marty New
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Christmas Tree Psychology
Nothing is more Christmas than the iconic Evergreen Christmas Trees. Trent digs into the family psychology of Christmas trees. Josh talks native trees and Dana digs into their history. Join us for this unique holiday episode!
P.S. Sorry about the audio quality on this one, COVID distancing isn’t ideal for pristine recording conditions.
Selection and Care of Christmas Trees
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Christmas Tree Psychology
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Is your wheat hungry?
This episode focuses on nitrogen application of wheat. Nitrogen done right! – right source, right place, right time, and right place.
Dana also announced the Heifer Development Program on the Weekly Ranchers Lunchtime webinar series. Register for the weekly webinar here
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Is your wheat hungry?
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Does Wheat Pasture Work for Mature Cows?
This week your hosts discuss how to use wheat pasture for mature cows. Scenarios of full access to wheat and limit grazing are discussed along with the economics of this unique grazing option.
OSU Weekly Ranchers Lunchtime Series YouTube Video: Supplementing Cows on Wheat
Supplementing Beef Cows Factsheet: Using High Quality Pastures to Supplement Low Quality Forage
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Does Wheat Pasture Work for Mature Cows?
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Thanksgiving Conundrum (Is Turkey Still King?)
In this episode Dana, Josh and Trent dive into the epic experience that is the feast of the year. We all know that turkey is the staple but Josh and Dana try to make a case against it. If you want to hear more about tradition, side dishes and the ever popular desserts then tune in! We are very thankful to our listeners and hope you have a safe, fun and happy Thanksgiving!
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Thanksgiving Conundrum (Is Turkey Still King?)
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History of Wheat Pasture
The week, we invited Greg Highfill back to enlighten us on the history of wheat pasture grazing in Oklahoma. Greg started his career in the 1980’s when a great deal of wheat pasture research was first coming to light. In response, Greg developed many valuable programs over the years to help producers be more successful with this resource. Grazing, agronomy, and supplementation on wheat pasture is all discussed. Don’t miss the great dose of OK Ag History!
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
History of Wheat Pasture
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Grazing Crop Residues
This week we talk about the nutritional value of crop residues for cattle. These acres are valuable but have a limited “shelf-life”. Tune in to find out the basic on this alternative grazing option.
The Potential of Grazing Grain Sorghum Residue Following Harvest PSS-2607
Nitrate Toxicity in Livestock PSS-2903
Prussic Acid Poisoning PSS-2904
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Grazing Crop Residues
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Late Planted Wheat
This week we lean on Josh to guide us through the territory of late planted wheat. Josh talks about the adjustments in management needed if you plan to plant now through the end of November. As usual, if we talk about drought it rains! Some of our perspectives in this podcast were made based on the fact that it had not rained yet. We hope the moisture, albeit in the form of ice for many, will allow you to have a successful finish to wheat planting.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Late Planted Wheat
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Beef Cow Mineral Overview
This week your hosts talk about minerals for beef cows. We cover a variety of topics including mineral consumption, limiting mineral intake, mineral forms and feeders, and the four main minerals needed for beef cows.
Vitamin and Mineral Nutrition of Grazing Cattle E-861
Beef Nutrition
Beef Cow Mineral Overview
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Thoughts on Fall
This week Trent, Josh, and Dana dive into the season of Fall. Harvest, planting, pumpkins, cooking, and cooler weather are topics that drive the conversation this week.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Thoughts on Fall
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Insights into CFAP
This week your hosts give a general overview of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). Details for livestock and crops are covered with some insights into specialty livestock and sales commodities. Be sure to visit you local county FSA office for more information and for assistance signing up.
Check out the CFAP Website for more details
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Insights into CFAP
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Farm to Market with Dr. Derrell Peel
This week we has the pleasure of visiting with Dr. Derrell Peel, OSU Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist. We of course discuss livestock markets but dive into many other facets of Dr. Peels career and life. His continued love of learning and fascination with global agriculture has lead him on trips all over the world. We also dive into one of his newest ventures, the Farm to Market Podcast.
Episode Resources:
Farm to Market Podcast with Dr. Derrell Peel and Charlie Amos
On mobile devices, you can find the Farm to Market Podcast on Spotify, Apple podcast, and Stitcher
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Farm to Market with Dr. Derrell Peel
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Preconditioning & OQBN with Jeff Robe
This week our guest is Jeff Robe, Oklahoma Quality Beef Network Coordinator. We visit with Jeff generally about the benefits of weaning and preconditioning calves in addition to discussing the OQBN program and the upcoming fall sales season.
Episode Resources:
OQBN website – To enroll, producers can order tags and provide their information during that process. Look at the right handside of the the home page – big orange letters “Order Tags Online”. Avoid using internet explorer as the browser when ordering tags. Contact the OQBN office or a county extension office if you have difficulty ordering and we will be happy to help you out.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Preconditioning & OQBN with Jeff Robe
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Hot Topics about Fall Wheat Fertility
This week Trent, Josh, and Dana address the very timely topic of fall wheat fertility. As the drills begin to run across Oklahoma, it is very timely to consider fertility aspects of wheat and other small grains. Are you growing wheat for forage or grain? Fertility will vary depending on your goals of the wheat crop.
Episode Resources:
SWAFL Services and Prices (L-241)
How to Get a Good Soil Sample (PSS-2207)
OSU Soil Test Interpretations (PSS-2225)
Fertilization Based on Sufficience, Build-up and Maintenance Concept (PSS-2266)
Forage and Pasture Fertility Guide (E-1021)
Soil Fertility Handbook (E-1039)
Small Grains Fall Forage Production (CR-2141)
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Hot Topics about Fall Wheat Fertility
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Educator Spotlight: Rick Nelson
This week, we have another episode highlighting one of the extension educators in the OSU Cooperative extension system. It was our honor to speak with Rick Nelson, the Garfield County OSU Extension Ag Educator. Rick hails from the tiny town of Canton, OK. Devoted to the service of agricultural producers, Ricks career spans the extension system in both Kansas and Oklahoma. We had a great discussion with Rick about his experience in many facets of the ag industry. Tune in for this informative discussion.
Educator Spotlight
Educator Spotlight: Rick Nelson
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Weed Control with Dr. Manuchehri
This week we invited OSU Extension Weed Scientist, Dr. Misha Manucherhri to discuss weed control in small grains. Dr. Manucherhri hails from the state of Oregon, but has come to feel at home in the Southern Plains after post graduate education at Texas Tech followed by a extension and teaching position here at OSU.
Episode Resources:
Find Dr. Manucherhri on twitter @OSUWeedScience
OSU Weed Science Website
Grass Weed ID, L-316
Mustard ID & Herbicide Options, PSS-2787
Herbicide Options for Wheat, PSS-2786
Ryegrass Control, PSS-2791
Cheat Control, PSS-2774
Resistant Weed Submission Form, PSS-2779
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Weed Control with Dr. Manuchehri
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Beef Nutrition: Fall to-do List
Your hosts are back to summarize some simple things to get a jump start on fall and winter nutrition for the beef herd. Identify the target (Cows or calves), get a forage test, local feed and supplement options, supplement for cows, and feed for back-grounding calves for wheat or sale are all on the docket for today.
Show notes:
Nutrition and Management Considerations for Preconditioning Home Raised Beef Calves ANSI-3031
Nutrition Requirements of Beef Cattle E-974
Testing Services and Price List for OSU Soil, Water,& Forage Analytical Lab
Collecting Forage Samples for Analysis PSS-2589
Beef Nutrition
Beef Nutrition: Fall to-do List
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Planning for Canola?
Since the development of winter-tolerant canola, Oklahoma producers have had this crop as an option for rotation within the traditional wheat system. This episode will include a variety of options producers have for canola production in Oklahoma.
The deadline to sign up for Canola Insurance in many places is the end of August.
Show notes:
Managing Winter Canola in Oklahoma PSS-2130
Great Plains Canola Production Handbook, KSU MF2734
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Planning for Canola?
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Choosing a Wheat Variety
This week Josh gets the hot seat by giving us the low-down on wheat variety selection. So many factors go into the selection of a wheat variety that works best for each operation. Soil pH, planting date, first hollow stem, soil temperature are all discussed, along with the aspects of graze out, dual purpose and grain only management styles.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Choosing a Wheat Variety
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Educator Spotlight: Greg Highfill
This week we get the pleasure of interview, Greg Highfill, Woods County Ag Extension Educator. Greg has an extensive history in OSU Extension. From his initial role in extension as a 4H Educator in Woodward County to Area Livestock Specialist in Enid and then on to Woods County, Greg has wore many hats over the years. Join us for a conversation with one of OSU Extensions most experienced educators.
Episode Resources:
Woods County OSU Extension Website
Educator Spotlight
Educator Spotlight: Greg Highfill
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Alfalfa Establishment and Maintenance
This week your hosts will focus on the establishment and maintenance of Alfalfa. We invited Tommy Puffinbarger, Alfalfa County OSU Extension Educator, back to give us his perspective on alfalfa production. Tommy has lifelong experience in alfalfa production and hails from a county that is often the top hay producer in the state of Oklahoma.
Show notes:
Alfalfa Stand Establishment PSS-2089
Selecting Alfalfa Varieties PSS-2062
Alfalfa Autotoxicity PSS-2061
Alfalfa Production Guide for the Southern Great Plains E-826
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Alfalfa Establishment and Maintenance
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Educator Spotlight: Tommy Puffinbarger
This week we had a fun conversation with the Alfalfa County OSU Extension Educator, Tommy Puffinbarger. Tommy is an Ag/4H educator in Alfalfa county, where he was born and raised. Tommy has a vast knowledge of agronomy, animal science, and youth development. We discussed some of Tommy’s highlight programs in his career and dove into some of his personal interests. Sit back and enjoy this entertaining conversation!
Show Notes:
Alfalfa County OSU Extension Website
Educator Spotlight
Educator Spotlight: Tommy Puffinbarger
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Double Crop Talk: Weed Control and Grazing
This week your hosts discuss weed control in double crops. Herbicide selection and management were the main topics with some tips about application in hot conditions. How does stress play a role the effectiveness of a herbicide? What is the value of these crops as forage? What are the implications of grazing a crop that was meant to produce grain? Nitrate Toxicity and prussic acid poisoning are reviewed as timely topics for summer grazers.
Episode links:
Nitrate Toxicity in Livestock (PSS-2903)
Prussic Acid Poisoning in Livestock (PSS-2904)
Understanding Herbicide MoA (PSS-2778)
Soybean Weed Management (PSS-2794)
Soybean Herbicide Options without Dicamba (PSS-2195)
Soybean Pre-Mix Herbicides (CR-2781)
Dr. Brent Bean, Sorghum Checkoff: Sorghum Yield Loss
Grazing Sorghum after Harvest (PSS-2607)
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Double Crop Talk: Weed Control and Grazing
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Fly Control: 5 Things to Know
In this episode, your hosts discuss fly control in beef cattle. Topics that are covered include 1) Identification of the insect, 2) Why control and what are the impacts of no control?, 3) When are flies a problem?, 4) What methods of control are available?, and 5) Resistance Prevention.
Episode Resources:
Recent Livestock and Horn Flies Sunup segment
OSU Livestock Bugs Website featuring information on flies that affect beef cattle
Beef Cattle Ectoparasites Factsheet
Vet PestX is an educational resource for all people dealing with livestock. This resource lists all available insecticide chemicals and their active ingredients of each product which helps to ensure chemical rotation can be achieved.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Fly Control: 5 Things to Know
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Harvest Memories
In this episode, Trent, Josh, and Dana reminisce about crop harvests of the pasts. Dana recalls memories from Nebraska fall corn and soybean harvest while Josh and Trent lend their experiences from a variety of crops grown in Oklahoma. Josh highlights unique perspectives from picking watermelons and Trent recalls fighting his brother for the best piece of equipment. Harvest isn’t all fun and games but in the end it’s often a family affair.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Harvest Memories
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Forage Management in Dry Times
In this episode, your hosts discuss ecological variability across Oklahoma, forage production, and forage management. Areas of Oklahoma have slipped into a drier period and forage production has been affected. The hosts cover the difficulty of managing stocking rate for dry times.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Forage Management in Dry Times
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Hot Shot Episode: Dicamba Update & Beef Webinar Series
Welcome to the first Hot Shot Episode where we cover hot topics of interest. In this episode, Dana highlights an upcoming webinar series by the OSU Beef Extension Team based on Forage Management. Josh follows with a summary on the recent rulings about dicamba use.
Links of Interest:
Rancher’s Thursday Lunchtime Series on Forage Management
Herbicide Options for Soybeans
Herbicide Options for Cotton
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Hot Shot Episode: Dicamba Update & Beef Webinar Series
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Warm Season Crops
In this episode, your hosts talk about summer crops. What are the differences in true summer crops or those put in after a wheat crop? What are the pros and cons to these planting decisions? Do temperatures matter? How about day and nighttime length? These questions and more are covered by Josh, Trent, and Dana.
Episode Resources:
Understanding Soybean Nodulation and Inoculation
Cover Crops for Weed Management in Oklahoma
Meshing Soybean Weed Management with Agronomic Practices in Oklahoma
New Soybean and Cotton Herbicide Technology Considerations
Components and Ratios of Pre-mix Herbicides for Use in Soybean
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Warm Season Crops
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Finishing Beef Basics
In this episode, your hosts talk about finishing beef on a small scale. Trent gives great insight why consumers have renewed interest in farm raised butcher beef. This clip is heavy on “things to consider” before buying a calf to butcher. Dana gives her insight on management and nutrition and Josh provides context from the consumer. This episode only scratches the surface on this topic so stay tuned for more finishing beef wisdom in the future.
Episode Resources:
OSU Sunup segment focused on Direct Marketing Beef
Buying Beef for Home Freezers
Regulatory Landscape for the Direct Marketing of Meat and Poultry in Oklahoma
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Finishing Beef Basics
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Summer Forages
Your hosts discuss a variety of options dealing with summer forages. Varieties are discussed as well as the Okie term of Summer Feed. Josh gives his agronomic view of a variety of summer crops and thoughts dealing with planting and fertility. Dana gives her insight of summer forages from the livestock nutrition perspective of both grazing and haying. The hosts all talk about the control, prevention and testing of nitrates in summer forages. Trent rounds out the conversation with realistic perspective from his operation.
Episode Resources:
Collecting Soil and Forage Samples for Analysis
Nitrate Toxicity in Livestock
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Summer Forages
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Summer Ag Thoughts
In this episode, Dana explains the importance of vaccine handling as temperatures climb and beef producers work cattle before turning out to summer pastures. Josh give us an update about local freeze damage in wheat and how damage may be more severe in some areas than what was previously thought. Trent rounds out the conversation with some insight on crop insurance and reporting crop damages in a timely manner.
Episode Resources:
DIY Chute Side Vaccine Cooler
Estimating Wheat Grain Yield Potential
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Summer Ag Thoughts
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Wheat Hay
This episode highlights all things dealing with wheat. Josh gives insight to the reason behind cutting wheat for hay rather than taking it to grain. Dana adds her thoughts about wheat hay quality and Trent includes his thoughts about valuing and the market for wheat hay.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Wheat Hay
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Covid-19 Challenges
In this episode, the Dana, Josh and Trent give insight to how the Covid-19 era has changed how they do extension work. They talk about challenges with the new ways of education but also the positive things that are coming from this crazy time.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
Covid-19 Challenges
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About Us
This episode highlights the backgrounds of each of the co-hosts, Dana Zook, Trent Milacek, and Josh Bushong.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
About Us
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New Endeavors
In this episode, we dive into our reasons behind creating the Extension Experience Podcast. Dana, Trent, and Josh each share their personal perspectives on podcasting and why they feel it will work for their perspective areas.
Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture
New Endeavors
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