Nowata County OSU Extension - Agriculture

10/21/2026

This should be a fun program!

Registration is NOW OPEN for the very first OSU Cowboy Smokin' and Grilling program.

Space is limited to 20 people! So first come, first serve on this program. We are really looking forward to this program and sharing some knowledge and some food with you!

Registration is at: https://secure.touchnet.com/C20271_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5940

10/15/2026

PEST ALERT: Be on the Lookout: The Pasture Mealybug, An Emerging Threat to Pasture and Hay

Click link below:

Learn more about the pasture mealybug including their background and threat, identification, biology, damage symptoms, how to scout and monitor, spread prevention, cultural management options, chemical guidelines and what to do if you suspect infestation.

10/15/2026

‼PLEASE RSVP by OCTOBER 30th‼ so we know how many mini trees to get. THANKS!!!!!

November 5th at 6pm - $5 per person, Registration, information, Mini Christmas tree pick-up.........Hot Chocolate and Cookies!

To RSVP, Please call 918-273-3345

10/09/2026

10/06/2026

Here is an opportunity to get some pesticide CEUs with a lunch sponsored by Arvest Bank. **RSVP by Oct. 28th - Call 918-273-3345**

Thrusday, November 5th, 12:00pm-5:00pm
*Registration and Lunch starts at 11:00am
Cost $20.00 cash/check at the door

10/02/2026

🎄✨ **CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATING CONTEST!** ✨🎄
RSVP by OCT 30th!
918-273-3345

It’s time to get creative and show us your Christmas spirit! 🎅🎄 We’re excited to announce our Nowata County OSU Extension Christmas Tree Decorating Contest, open to Youth AND Adults!

🎄☕ **CHRISTMAS TREE KICKOFF EVENT!** ☕🎄
📅 November 5, 2026
⏰ 6:00 p.m. at Nowata County Fair Building
💰 $5 per person
Join us for a fun evening as we kick off our Christmas Tree Decorating Contest!

Participants will:
☕ Enjoy Hot Chocolate & Cookies
🎄 Enjoy a presentation about Christmas trees
🎄 Pick up your mini Christmas tree and Entry Forms
🎨 Get inspired and start planning your creative tree!

**Don’t miss this fun opportunity to learn, create, and get into the Christmas spirit!**

🌟 **CONTEST ENTRY DEADLINE:** 🌟
📅 December 2, 2026
⏰ Entries and completed entry forms must be turned in to the Nowata County OSU Extension Office by 4:30 p.m.

📍 **TREE DISPLAY:**
All entries will be displayed at the Nowata County Court House on the 1st Floor from: 🎄 December 3–December 11, 2026

🎄 **CONTEST GUIDELINES:**
• Each exhibitor may enter ONE tree.
• Trees may not be over 3 feet tall.
• Tree size will NOT determine the winner.
• Your tree does NOT have to be green, real, or artificial!
• Get creative! Trees may be made from paper, wood, yarn, or other appropriate materials. Use your imagination!
• Lights are NOT required. If you use lights, they MUST be battery powered.
• Trees will be judged on appearance, originality, creativity, and adherence to the guidelines.

🏆 **AWARDS:**
🥇 1st Place — Youth & Adult per category
🥈 2nd Place — Youth & Adult per category
🥉 3rd Place — Youth & Adult per category
👑 **Overall Grand Champion — Youth**
👑 **Overall Grand Champion — Adult**

CATEGORIES:
Traditional Christmas Tree
Themed Christmas Tree
Unique Christmas Tree

🎄❤️ **SHARE THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT!** ❤️🎄

After the contest, we would LOVE to see exhibitors consider donating their decorated tree to a local nursing home or assisted living facility, where residents could enjoy it in their room or apartment.

Donating your tree is NOT a requirement, but it would make a wonderful citizenship project and a beautiful way to spread Christmas joy throughout our community.

If you are not donating your tree, you may pick it up on December 11th and take it home to enjoy!

🎅🎄 So start thinking, crafting, creating, and decorating! 🎄🎅

We can’t wait to see the creative Christmas trees our Nowata County Youth and Adults come up with!

10/01/2026

‼ Join us on October 22nd at 7:30 for Coffee Conversations with Extension!! ‼
🎃 Special Pumpkin Theme Craft for those that RSVP!!! 🎃
RSVP by October 20th, call 918-273-3345 to RSVP

☕ Free Coffee and Treats!!! 🍩
612 East Roxy, Nowata OK - Nowata County OSU Extension Office

10/01/2026

This will be a great opportunity to learn about giving the next generation the reins of the operation.

October 16th, OSU Extension and the Noble Research Institute are partnering to offer a Farm Transition Workshop at the County Building. This workshop will provide producers with practical guidance, resources and ongoing support to help them start the transition planning process.

Register with this Link
https://secure.touchnet.com/C20271_ustores/web/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=68&CATID=904

09/26/2026

Here is a fun opportunity!

Beef Cattle & Forage Field Day in Parson, KS on October 12th. Call the number on the flyer to register or online at
https://forms.gle/kVKSfnYaMmmxnLmn8

09/23/2026

Extremely Cool Program Coming Up! These meetings will be in Stillwater with Dr. Eckhardt (State Meat Specialist) and Dr. Turner (State Wildlife Specialist).