Weeds threaten Oklahoma wheat profits from wild oats spread
OSU weed specialist Tom Peeper warns wild oats threaten profits as infestations rise in Cotton County and eight other Oklahoma counties. He notes 10 plants per square foot can halve yield, with 48 per square foot recorded in Cotton County, recommending hand pulling, seed inspection, and fall planting delays to curb spread.
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Government Role Nettles Farmers
The Agriculture Council of America reports over 500 calls from 25 states including Nebraska Idaho Texas and Kansas show farmer concern about federal land use policy. Callers urge local control of land use and oppose federal grazing on public lands, citing diverse regional worries.
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Giant flags light El Paso skyline at night
Two giant U S flags the size of a football field glow on the city's tallest building in El Paso Texas. They are fashioned from red white and blue light bulbs and illuminate each night for miles around downtown.
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OFU Plans Cattlemen Contest Trips and District Finals
The Oklahoma Farmers Union outlines its annual speech contest with Washington, D C trips for top finishers in five divisions. District contests will be in Shawnee, Muskogee, McAlester, Oklahoma City, Weatherford and Enid, culminating in the November 21 state finals at OFU headquarters. First and second place winners in several divisions go by chartered bus with hotel and bus fare covered by OFU.
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Weed Controlled Duncan
Oklahoma State University extension service official says the herbicide for Johnson grass and Bermuda controls bindweed when applied at four to five pounds. Roundup applied in August or later achieved 8 to 90 percent control with no soil tie up or residual problem.
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Jaycees to Pick Young Producer for Oklahoma Farmer Honor
Oklahoma Jaycees will choose the Outstanding Young Farmer from state nominees aged 18 to 35 who derive at least two thirds of income from farming. Local Jaycee chapters may nominate. an judging panel will announce the winner at the Fall Board Meeting on October 16 in Enid. The state winner advances to the national program in March in Bismarck, North Dakota.
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H&R Block Income Tax Course Starts September 16
H R Block offers a Basic Income Tax Course at 41 Cache Rd. Square with morning and evening classes for 13 weeks. The program teaches current tax laws and problem solving for all levels, with certificates awarded to graduates and no employment obligation.
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