Cleveland County OSU Extension

Did you know that wheat-based foods make up about 20% of global energy and 30% of U.S. dietary fiber intake? Oklahoma State University’s Wheat Improvement Team is partnering with a national initiative to make everyday staple foods healthier—without asking consumers to change their diets.

By naturally boosting the fiber content in wheat through advanced plant breeding, this collaborative effort aims to tackle chronic health issues like type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease on a massive scale.

We are incredibly proud to see Oklahoma research making an impact on national public health!

OSU Agriculture is part of a national initiative to make food healthier | Oklahoma State University The OSU Wheat Improvement Team is helping improve the healthiness of food

Have you run into an unexpected visitor in your backyard recently? Don't panic! Mark Turner breaks down how to safely manage snake encounters this summer.

In this video, you'll learn:

The Quick ID: Key differences between Oklahoma’s venomous and nonvenomous species (including what to look for in head shapes and pupil traits).

Nature's Pest Control: Why keeping these guys around is actually a massive win for your landscape and garden.

The Best Strategy: Why "leave them be" is usually the safest and smartest move.

Watch the full clip to become your neighborhood's snake expert! 👇
https://youtu.be/-s7GQvB-z_o?si=uzisbEz0FmVOL4ib

Snakes in the Garden: How to Identify Venomous vs. Nonvenomous Species OSU Wildlife Biologist Mark Turner joins the show to discuss how to...

In this week's livestock marketing segment, Derrell Peel, OSU Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist, discusses how recent New World Screwworm developments are influencing cattle markets and industry outlooks.

Watch the update to learn more.

How Is New World Screwworm News Affecting Cattle Markets? (June 13, 2026) Recent developments involving New World screwworm h...

🌱 DON'T MISS OUT! 🌱

Looking for a fun, hands-on outdoor adventure for your kids next week? The Growing Gardeners Day Camp is just around the corner!

When: Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Ages: 7 – 10 (Parents are welcome!)

The kids will have a blast with awesome activities like Painting, a Bug Hunt, and making Seed Bombs! 🐜🎨

⚠️ Important Info:

Registration is required to secure your spot.

Supplies are strictly limited to the first 25 participants, so don't wait!

📞 How to register/More info: Call the Extension Office at 405-321-4774 or scan the QR code on the flyer below.

See you there for a day of fun and adventure! 🌻✨

Check out this quick video from OSU Extension to learn the most common chute mistakes and how simple adjustments can create a safer, low-stress environment for your herd. 👇

Common Squeeze Chute Mistakes That Can Risk Cattle Safety (June 6, 2026) In this segment, Dave Lalman, OSU Extension beef cat...