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Cracking Pecan's Problems
One of the first Americans to appreciate the flavor of pecans was George Washington, who planted the stately trees on the lawns of Mount Vernon in 1775. Yet true cultivation of the nuts wouldn't...
Drones on the Farm
Mike Komp explains why farmers and ranchers might be interested in using drones and drone-based sensors.
Wild Pigs and Pecans Research Study Update
The Noble Research Institute and Oklahoma State University are partnering to learn more about feral hog ecology and behavior, especially in agricultural landscapes and pecan orchards.
Deer Stay One Hoof Ahead of Hunters
Noble Research Institute researchers developed a scientific project to better understand how hunting pressure may affect buck behavior.
Funding the Answers to Farmers' Questions
Agricultural research is essential to society, yet it lacks adequate public funding for keeping pace with challenges facing farmers, ranchers and, ultimately, consumers.
Ask the Expert: Rick Nelson, Ph.D.
Rick Nelson, Ph.D., a scientist at the Noble Research Institute, answers the question, "Why do we need agricultural research," before he retires after more than 30 years of service to plant science.
Covered
A resurging interest in cover crops raises a new set of practical questions from farmers looking to improve soil health.
Studying How Cover Crops, Tillage Affect the Life in Soil
Kelly Craven, Ph.D., an associate professor of microbial symbiology, discusses his work with agronomist James Rogers, Ph.D., to better understand the impacts of cover cropping and tillage practices on the microbial communities, and ultimately the health, of Oklahoma soils.
Improving Winter Hardiness in Oat
NF402 and Heavy Grazer II have both shown excellent winter hardiness when compared to other oat cultivars grown in the Southern Great Plains.