Tulsa County OSU Extension Center

09/08/2026

Registration is open for the Fall Prescribed Fire Workshop & Field Day- call us today to register at 918-746-3725 (Hannah, Tulsa County Ag Educator)

Due to overwhelming interest and the incredible success of our February Prescribed Fire Workshop & Field Day at John 3:16 Mission Refuge Farm & Ranch, we're bringing it back this fall!

This past February, 57 landowners, producers, homeowners, and natural resource professionals joined us for a full day of prescribed fire education and hands-on learning. Participants learned from OSU Extension specialists, wildfire experts, and prescribed burn practitioners before witnessing a live 5-acre prescribed burn demonstration. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with attendees reporting increased knowledge and confidence in using prescribed fire as a land management tool.

Prescribed fire continues to be one of the most effective tools available for improving grazing lands, reducing wildfire fuel loads, enhancing wildlife habitat, controlling invasive species, and promoting healthy ecosystems. With growing interest across Oklahoma, we're excited to offer another opportunity for landowners and managers to learn how to safely and effectively put fire back on the landscape.

📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026
📍 John 3:16 Mission Refuge Farm & Ranch
575 N 39th W Ave, Tulsa, OK 74127

⏰ Registration: 9:30 AM
⏰ Workshop Begins: 10:00 AM

💲 $25 per person
✔️ Includes lunch
✔️ Pay at the door (cash or check only)

Topics will include:
🔥 Fire ecology
🔥 Building a burn plan
🔥 Equipment and safety considerations
🔥 Grazing and wildlife benefits
🔥 Prescribed Burn Associations
🔥 And much more!

Weather permitting, the day will conclude with a live prescribed burn demonstration, allowing participants to see prescribed fire in action and gain valuable real-world insights.

📢 Registration Opens August 1st
📢 RSVP Deadline: September 14th

Whether you're managing a few acres, a ranch, wildlife habitat, or simply want to better understand prescribed fire, this workshop is designed to provide practical, research-based information you can put to use immediately.

Mark your calendars now—this is one event you won't want to miss!

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we celebrate the people whose hard work keeps our communities—and our agriculture—moving forward.

Here in Northeast Oklahoma, agriculture is built on long days, early mornings, muddy boots and a willingness to do whatever needs to be done. 🌾🐄🚜

From the farmer checking a field before sunrise, to the rancher working cattle, the hay producer putting up another load, the truck driver moving livestock and supplies, the mechanic keeping equipment running, and the countless people working behind the scenes—agriculture takes a team.

Labor Day is a good reminder that the food, fiber and resources we depend on don't simply appear on store shelves. They are the result of hard work by people across Oklahoma and throughout the agricultural industry.

So today, take a moment to appreciate the workers who keep our farms, ranches, businesses and communities going.

To everyone putting in the work—thank you. Happy Labor Day!

09/04/2026

REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE OVERVIEW

What Is It?
- No uniform definition. Generally includes these practices and outcomes...
- Practices: grazing management, reduced tillage, cover crops, reduced fertilizer & herbicide/pesticide use
- Desired Outcomes: increases or improvements in biodiversity, carbon sequestration, soil organic carbon, plant & animal communities

Regenerative agricultural practices should be carefully evaluated, as each site has unique characteristics & requirements.

Remember to consider:
- Site characteristics: historic & current land use, soil type, plant communities, regional weather
- Personal Resources: time, money, equipment, labor, goals

Learn more from this factsheet: https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/regenerative-agriculture-an-introduction-and-overview

09/03/2026

Closed for Labor Day!
The Tulsa County OSU Extension Center will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.
Regular business hours will resume Tuesday, Sept. 8.

09/02/2026

An estimated 66% of farmers and ranchers have no estate planning tools in place.
Planning for what comes next can help protect the future of the farm or ranch.

This fall, OSU Extension and the Noble Research Institute are partnering to offer

Farm Transition Workshops across Oklahoma. These workshops will provide producers with practical guidance, resources and ongoing support to help them start the transition planning process.
• Aug. 28 - Guymon
• Sept. 11 - Woodward
• Sept. 25 - Ardmore
• Oct. 16 - Claremore
• Oct. 28 - Lawton

Register for a workshop today!
https://secure.touchnet.com/C20271_ustores/web/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=68&CATID=904

09/02/2026

Have you ever believed the myth that perfectionism is actually a good thing or that you need it to motivate yourself to achieve your goals? The truth is that perfectionism is not actually helping you achieve; in fact, it's probably holding you back! Perfectionism often causes anxiety, stress, depression, and other feelings that get in the way of your thinking clearly or creatively. It comes with behaviors like procrastination, avoidance, ruthless self-criticism, and overthinking. Remember that you matter and you are more valuable than your achievements or test scores can ever reflect. Instead, try treating yourself with warmth and understanding, especially when things don't go perfectly. That's what real progress looks like: setting realistic goals and working toward them with determination, not perfection.

09/01/2026

🌾 The September Tulsa Co. Ag News is here!

September is all about forage, pastures and preparing for winter in Northeast Oklahoma! 🌱🐄

Inside this issue:
🌱 Stockpiling forages
🧪 Hay testing & sampling tips
🌾 Johnsongrass & nitrate management
🐄 September cow herd tips
🔥 Fall prescribed fire
🐂 Master Cattleman registration
📅 Upcoming Extension events

Take a look and start planning now for the months ahead!

👉 Read the September issue:

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08/29/2026

🦌 Hunters: Add Tick Protection to Your Hunting Checklist! 🦌

As hunting season approaches, many of us are thinking about licenses, gear, tree stands, trail cameras and where that first big buck might show up. There’s another outdoor safety concern hunters should keep in mind: Alpha-gal Syndrome (AGS).

Alpha-gal syndrome is a serious and potentially life-threatening allergy associated with tick bites. In the United States, it is most often associated with the lone star tick. After becoming sensitized, a person may develop an allergic reaction after eating mammalian meat such as beef, pork, lamb, venison or rabbit or from exposure to other products containing alpha-gal.

Why should hunters pay special attention?

The CDC specifically identifies hunters as being at heightened risk because hunting often means spending long periods in wooded areas, walking through tall grass and brush, and being close to the ground—all places where ticks thrive.

Research supports that concern. One study examining groups with different levels of tick exposure found alpha-gal sensitization in 22.8% of hunters and forest workers, significantly higher than the comparison group. Another study found people with AGS were much more likely to report previous tick exposure, multiple tick bites and spending extended time outdoors in wooded areas.

And AGS is an increasing concern.

The CDC identified more than 110,000 suspected cases between 2010 and 2022, with approximately 15,000 additional suspected cases identified each year from 2017–2021. Because AGS is not nationally reportable and awareness and diagnosis can vary, the CDC estimates that as many as 450,000 Americans may be affected.

⚠️ Know the symptoms.

Unlike many food allergies, AGS reactions are often delayed, commonly occurring 2–6 hours after exposure. Symptoms can include:

• Hives or an itchy rash
• Swelling of the lips, tongue, throat or eyelids
• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or stomach discomfort
• Heartburn or indigestion
• Coughing, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Dizziness, faintness or a drop in blood pressure
• Severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis

Your best protection is preventing tick bites.

Before heading to the woods, use an EPA-registered insect repellent and consider treating clothing and gear with 0.5% permethrin according to product directions. When you return, check your clothing, hunting gear, pets and your entire body for ticks. Shower and remove attached ticks as soon as possible. And remember—ticks can remain active during the fall and even on warmer winter days.

Not everyone bitten by a tick will develop Alpha-gal Syndrome, but repeated exposure to ticks can increase the opportunity for sensitization. If you begin experiencing unexplained allergic or gastrointestinal symptoms several hours after eating venison or other mammalian meat, talk with a healthcare provider and be sure to mention your history of tick bites or outdoor exposure.

Enjoy hunting season, but make tick prevention part of your outdoor safety routine. Protect yourself in the woods so you can continue enjoying the outdoors—and the wild game you bring home!
https://www.cdc.gov/alpha-gal-syndrome/media/pdfs/2025/06/alpha-gal-syndrome-brochure-hunters-p_1.pdf
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37705677/
https://www.mossyoak.com/our-obsession/blogs/hunting/is-alpha-gal-on-the-rise
https://www.cdc.gov/alpha-gal-syndrome/about/index.html

08/28/2026

August 28 – Food Safety Friday
🧊 Refrigerator Organization & Safe Leftovers

Did you know leftovers should be refrigerated within two hours and eaten within 3–4 days? Organizing your refrigerator by food type can also help prevent cross-contamination and keep your family safe.

🥗 When was the last time you cleaned out your refrigerator?