Pottawatomie County
Agriculture & Horticulture
News & Updates
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At the Pottawatomie County OSU Extension Office we have a demonstration garden on site. Right now we do not have many visitors, but garden is growing!
Here is a video link to show you what's been blooming and growing while you are away, as well as a few photos from around Shawnee!
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Attention Master Gardeners!
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Many of our events have been changed.
We will not have our Annual Plant Sale in 2020.
The State Master Gardener Conference has been cancelled for this summer.
We met in April via Zoom, and were at least able to connect. Please email if you have any questions on how to use this online platform. Watch for an email about the May meeting, most likely Zoom again.
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In livestock populations, it is very important to monitor your herd for ticks and other external parasites. Clients have reported ticks weeks ago, and as the weather warms, they will only increase. Ticks themselves can been an issue, but they can also carry diseases.
Justin Talley is an excellent resource for us. He has produced a couple of videos on YouTube to help producers and families know how to check their livestock. Click on the links below:
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Whether pets or livestock, there are great resources available through Oklahoma State!
Dr. Rosslyn Biggs, DVM has referred us to the OSU College of Veterinary Medicine Website for a landing page for much needed information.
OSU Vet Medicine Covid-19 Web Page Student information and how the teaching hospital operations are affected are listed first. Scroll down and you will find resources, and several links to current information. These update frequently and include links to CDC, ODAFF, and the OSU Diagnostic Lab.
The OSU Diagnostic Lab completed its certification for human testing and is a key lab for Covid-19 testing in our state for healthcare providers.
Just In - VSV is back
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esicular Stomatitis Virus returns with
Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona reporting cases in equine, but it can affect other livestock. No cases are reported in Oklahoma at this time. Just be aware.
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Soil, Water, and Forage Testing
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Drop Box System for Pottawatomie County - How to submit samples
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Yes,the OSU Campus SWFL Lab is still doing testing! The process has changed, but it's the same information you usually tell Lynn when you come by. We have a tote box outside our door. Inside, there is a clipboard with envelopes. Fill out label completely on the envelope and place your payment inside. (Most soil tests are the basic at cost of $10.) Label your sample as to name, and sample location. Place your sandwich size zip bag sample in the tote, and your envelope in the black box on the wall to the right of the front door.
Samples will be sent to campus weekly, on Tuesdays, by noon. You may use the drop box in the evening or on the weekend! Results will be ready in about 2 weeks from the sending date, so allow a little more time.
View the Video below if you like, and these directions are on the tote lid at the office. Thanks for your patience. We would rather see you and visit a minute...but this works for now!
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People may experience stress from a variety of sources including family, money, and health related stressors. Those involved in production agriculture have also been dealing with the on-going challenge of low commodity prices. Join us as we hear Dr. Matt Brosi discuss farm stress and ways to help producers manage it.
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Managing Farm Stress Online Webinar Tuesday, April 28 at 12 PM.
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The CARE Act will provide some relief funds for agriculture. When the USDA releases details, we will get that information out to you. We may have an additional issue of this newsletter to release those details in May.
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Industrial Hemp Webinar Programs
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You are invited to a Zoom webinar.
When: Apr 28, 2020 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Industrial Hemp Updates
Register in advance for this webinar:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
April 28
Navigating 2020 Rules – Kenny Naylor or Caroline Nelson
Farm Bill Programs – Amy Hagerman
April 29
Basic Plant Science (male/female plants, etc.) – Josh Bushong or Brian Arnall
Greenhouse Basics – Mike Schnelle
April 30
Basic Field Productions (interpreting recommendations from other states) – Josh Bushong or Brian Arnall
Completing reports, field/site inspections, etc. – Kenny Naylor or Caroline Nelson
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Funding and services for you depend on the 2020 Census, for the next 10 years. Please take a few minutes to respond online or by mail. If you do not respond, Census takers will visit your home between June 1 and July 9 to collect data in person.
Don't want visitors? Send in your response today!
Everyone Counts! Everyone Wins! Help Oklahoma raise their response rate and be eligible for funding for critical programs and services for communities!
Oklahoma stands to lose an estimated $1,675 per person per year in federal support for programs that use Census data. These include Medicaid, nutrition assistance, highway construction and planning, Title I and Special Education Grants, Foster Care and Child Care Grants, K-12 education, Section 8 Vouchers, and Head Start/Early Start — for which Oklahoma received more than $14 billion in 2015.
They are hiring, if you are looking for work and are a brave soul. Click on the link above.
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What is coming up in Pottawatomie County?
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As you all know by now, all events are on hold right now through May 8th.
Normally all upcoming events are found in this section. We will follow state and local guidelines as we phase back to activities.
Until we can meet again, Watch for online program opportunities, like those listed above!
The Annual Master Gardener Plant Sale held on Mother's Day weekend, May 9th, is cancelled for 2020 due to safety concerns with the Covid-19 Virus.
Please continue to stay safe and follow local guidelines!
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Average Fertilizer Prices
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Current Price Last Reported
Urea (46-0-0)......... $390/ton up from $365/ton
DAP (18-46-0)........$400/ton up from $385/ton
Pot Ash (0-0-60)....$377.50 up from $362.50/ton
These prices are based on an average of two different bulk fertilizer dealers. (From 4-27-2020)
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For Hay and Cattle prices:
Red
will indicate a drop in price,
Green
will indicate a raise in price.
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