Extension Experience – Insights into Oklahoma Agriculture

This week, we are featuring part two of an episode highlighting research that is looking into Distillers Grains as a summer supplement for growing season improved and native grass pastures in Oklahoma. For those who are familiar with the Oklahoma Gold and Super Gold programs that are using small package supplements to increase gains on [ Read More ]

This week the area staff comes together to provide a short update on oats as a forage crop this spring. Refer to our past episode Vote for Oats! for additional information on oats as a forage crop. Transcript for this episode ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal [ Read More ]

This week we introduce Alberto Amador, our new West District Area Ag Economist. Transcript for this Episode ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does [ Read More ]

This week we are joined by Dr. Derrell Peel for a year end wrap up on the livestock markets. Dana and Derrell discuss the beef markets, industry craziness, and consumer demand…with a little holiday fun thrown in. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Transcript for this Episode ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity [ Read More ]

This week we are listening to an interview Dana did with Dr. Meredyth Jones last spring about Goat Pneumonia. Transcript for this Episode ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

OSU Extension Factsheet on the Asian Longhorn Tick Link to submittal form of suspected Asian Longhorn Tick to OK Disease Diagnostic Lab Transcript of episode ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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! Interested in receiving Cow Calf Corner Newsletter? – Click or tap to visit [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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. PDF Transcript ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable [ Read More ]

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.) [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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. ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state [ Read More ]

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 ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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. ### Oklahoma State University, as an [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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. ### Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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. [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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.

This week, Dana Zook speaks with Dr. Paul Beck about his groups research on the performance of beef x dairy cross calves.

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)

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

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, [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]

In this episode Josh, Dana and Trent discuss nitrate toxicity and prussic acid poisoning risks for livestock utilizing summer forages.

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.

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 [ Read More ]

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 [ Read More ]