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Lime cost affects the economics of nitrogen use
Farmers have used significant quantities of nitrogen on their cool-season forages. This practice has been shown to acidify the soils over time. We conducted an economic study to determine the effect of considering the cost of lime on the current recommendations about the optimal level of nitrogen.
Alternative culling method increases profits
To help provide producers options for managing and marketing cull cows, researchers at the Noble Research Institute and Oklahoma State University teamed up and conducted a study that evaluated the economics of two alternative management and marketing systems for retaining open beef cows.
Is Nitrogen Fertilizer Worth the Cost for Winter Pasture?
At the time of writing, urea costs about $750 per ton. This means that a pound of nitrogen from urea costs about 82 cents. This is a very high price and leads to the logical question, "Is it worth the cost to fertilize winter pasture for stockers?" I'll try to answer this question, but let's define the ground rules.
Forage Yields from 2008-2009 Small Grains Variety Trial
The small grains variety testing program which includes oats, rye, triticale and wheat is designed to provide up-to-date performance information to producers in Oklahoma and Texas about varieties...
Forage Yields from 2010-2011 Small Grains Variety Trial
The small grains variety testing program, which includes oats, rye, triticale and wheat, is designed to provide up-to-date performance information to producers in Oklahoma and Texas about varieties...
Wild Pigs Put Pecans at Risk, Research Learns More
The Noble Research Institute and Oklahoma State University initiated a study to investigate wild pig habitat use, ecology and damage within agricultural landscapes where pecans are actively grown and harvested.
Happy Calving Season!
It's my favorite time of year. Brand new baby calves take their first steps into the world, and it's a beautiful thing. I still remember the first one I watched, and I've been hooked on it ever...
Feb. 26 to March 4: Cell Video, Alfalfa Field and OSU Visit
Here's a quick look at what went on in research at the Noble Research Institute last week.
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Welcome to Our Love County Research Ranches
Crisp fall leaves scatter across the wide open pastures in southern Oklahoma. The sun is just beginning to peek over the horizon and welcome a new day. Small pockets of steam rise up from huddled...
Calculate Your Pecan Losses With New Online Tool
The Noble Research Institute and Oklahoma State University developed the Pecan Loss Calculator to estimate the number of pounds and dollars lost as a result of pecan harvester inefficiency and wild pig rooting damage.