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Jun. 2
Canceled:
Understanding the Essentials of Grazing Management
Understanding the basic principles of grazing management allows you to make management decisions based on your available resources. Join Noble Research Institute consultants in the field to learn about assessing forage inventory, determining stocking rate, developing a grazing plan and establishing a contingency plan.
Location
Noble Research Institute
Coffey Ranch
16877 State Hwy. 32
Marietta, OK 73448
Time
9 am - 3 pm
Registration Fee
CANCELED: In response to the developing COVID-19 situation, Noble Research Institute has canceled this event.
Jun. 19
Canceled: Understanding Factors Affecting Calf Prices
Want to sell calves directly off the ranch but not sure if you are getting a good price? Join us as we take a look at all of the details that go into a cattle bid and then try your hand at pricing sets of cattle. By the end of this workshop, you should have the information you need to decide on the best marketing strategy for your operation.
Location
Noble Research Institute
Oswalt Ranch
18414 Dixon Road
Marietta, OK 73448
Time
9 am - 3:30 pm
Registration Fee
CANCELED: In response to the developing COVID-19 situation, Noble Research Institute has canceled this event.
Jul. 21
Understanding the Impacts of Fire on Your Property
Fire can improve wildlife habitat, reduce woody plants, remove thatch, and improve forage quality and quantity for livestock. The most important way to safely burn is to gain experience conducting burns. If weather parameters are within prescription during the field day, we will attempt multiple burns to give you real experience conducting prescribed fire management.
Location
Noble Research Institute
Coffey Ranch
16877 State Hwy. 32
Marietta, OK 73448
Time
9 am - 4 pm
Registration Fee
$25 registration fee, includes lunch. Registration fee goes up to $35 for those who register within one week of the event.
Aug. 4
Improving Your Pecan Pesticide Utilization
A major part of any pecan orchard management is the utilization of pesticides. The success of the orchard is dependent on the proper selection and application of pesticides. This includes your economic and efficacy considerations. This course will help you improve your pesticide management plan to increase the economic viability of your orchard.
Location
Noble Research Institute, Entry 5
Kruse Auditorium
2510 Sam Noble Parkway
Ardmore, OK 73401
Time
8:30 am - noon
Registration Fee
There is no registration fee for this event, but we ask that you preregister prior to the event.
RESCHEDULED: In response to the developing Covid-19 situation, Noble Research Institute has rescheduled this event from April 30, 2020 to August 4, 2020
Aug. 13
Improving Pecan Profitability With Marketing Strategies
Pecan growers who have successfully managed their crops can take their operations to the next level by learning alternative ways of marketing their pecans to increase the potential profits. This workshop will explain how you can market your pecan crop outside of the wholesale market and how the sheller/accumulators determine the price they are paying for your pecans.
Location
Noble Research Institute, Entry 5
Kruse Auditorium
2510 Sam Noble Parkway
Ardmore, OK 73401
Time
8:30 am - 11:30 am
Registration Fee
There is no registration fee for this event, but we ask that you preregister prior to the event.
Aug. 18
Preconditioning Calves for Success
Having a preconditioning program is a necessary component for your cattle to perform successfully after weaning and after leaving the ranch. Cow-calf producers who retain their own calves and want to gain a better understanding of the preconditioning phase should attend this event.
Location
Noble Research Institute
Pavilion
2510 Sam Noble Parkway
Ardmore, OK 73401
Time
9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Registration Fee
$25 registration fee, includes lunch. Registration fee goes up to $35 for those who register within one week of the event.
Sep. 1
Introduction to Integrity Beef
Connect with Noble Research Institute consultants and Integrity Beef Alliance members to learn more about the Integrity Beef Alliance terminal calf program and replacement heifer development program. You will learn about membership benefits and advantages of being associated with a regionally and nationally recognized marketing program.
Location
Noble Research Institute
Pavilion
2510 Sam Noble Parkway
Ardmore, OK 73401
Time
4 pm - 7:30 pm
Registration Fee
There is no registration fee for this event, but a meal is included. We ask that you preregister prior to the event.
Sep. 3
So You Want To Grow Pecans
There is growing demand for pecans as more people are discovering the many health benefits of this native nut. Pecan culture presents unique management challenges, not to mention the need for specialized equipment. Join Noble Research Institute horticulturists as they review the various production and management practices required for successful pecan production.
Location
Noble Research Institute, Entry 5
Kruse Auditorium
2510 Sam Noble Parkway
Ardmore, OK 73401
Time
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration Fee
There is no registration fee for this event, but we ask that you preregister prior to the event.
Sep. 10
So You Want to Grow Fruit
There is a growing demand for locally grown fruit, both small fruit and tree fruit. Join Steve Upson, Noble Research Institute senior soils and crops consultant, as he reviews the various practices that fruit growers need to master to be successful.
Location
University Center of Southern Oklahoma
2901 Mt. Washington Road
Ardmore, OK 73401
Time
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration Fee
To register, please call the University Center at 580-319-0300.
Sep. 17
So You Want to Grow Vegetables
The adage “practice makes perfect” is important to the success of any endeavor, including growing vegetables. Join Steve Upson, Noble Research Institute senior soils and crops consultant, as he reviews the various practices that growers need to master to be successful in growing vegetable crops.
Location
University Center of Southern Oklahoma
2901 Mt. Washington Rd
Ardmore, OK 73401
Time
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration Fee
To register, please call the University Center at 580-319-0300.
Oct. 27
Building a Better Hoop House
This workshop is designed to introduce the novice grower/hoop house builder to the various tools and techniques used in constructing a wide range of hoop houses models, including prefabricated kit houses and home-built structures.
Location
Noble Research Institute, Entry 2
Protected Ag Area
2510 Sam Noble Parkway
Ardmore, OK 73401
Time
1 pm - 5 pm
Registration Fee
There is no registration fee for this event, but we ask that you preregister prior to the event.
Oct. 29
Implementing Land Stewardship Principles
Land stewardship starts with understanding the complexities of the soil resource, how to measure it, manage it and regenerate it. This course will demonstrate how to recognize those relationships, discuss how and what to measure, and ultimately how best to quantify the impacts of your land-stewardship-focused management.
Location
Coffey Ranch
16877 State Highway 32
Marietta, OK 73448
Time
8:30 am - noon
Registration Fee
There is no registration fee for this event, but we ask that you preregister prior to the event.
