Apr 27
Oklahoma cattle producers looking to manage winter feed costs may find one of their best tools already in the field. According to Oklahoma State University Extension Forage Specialist Brian Pugh, in a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, small-grain grazing systems are a valuable option for adding gain to stocker cattle, stretching forage …
Apr 01
As interest in forage production and long-term ranch sustainability continues to grow, Oklahoma State University Extension is stepping in to fill an important educational gap for producers. Michael Trammell says in a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, the Oklahoma Grazing School was created because “it was kind of a gap in some …
Apr 01
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of the Interior have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve coordination of federal grazing lands. This strategic partnership, announced by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, is designed to enhance ranchers’ land use and ultimately fortify the beef supply across the …
Apr 25
Oklahoma ranchers have a unique opportunity to enhance their grazing practices through a special partnership between the Oklahoma Conservation Commission and the Noble Research Institute. Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Meg Greski of the Oklahoma Conservation Commission about an upcoming “Grazing Essentials” course in Leedy, Oklahoma. “We’ve got something pretty special coming up in …
