Carter County OSU Extension

Carter County OSU Extension The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service has been helping Oklahomans improve their lives since 1914.

We bring OSU to YOU by providing research-based information, resources, and programs to residents of Carter County in the areas of agriculture, horticulture, family consumer sciences, community nutrition, and youth development. By taking the knowledge gained from scientific research at Oklahoma State University and other land-grant colleges to the people of Oklahoma, Extension has worked to increa

se agricultural productivity and profitability; promote better family relationships, nutrition, and health; provide better community services; and encourage the development of our youth. OSU County Extension offices throughout the state put citizens in touch with research-based information from Oklahoma State University and the entire land-grant university system. This three-way county, state, and federal partnership has resulted in an effective and flexible organization -- one that is designed to meet the changing needs of the state's citizens while continuing to fulfill its historic role in improving the quality of life for all of the people of the state. In the 21st century, priority areas for Cooperative Extension efforts include:
•preserving and enhancing the positive aspects of rural and urban community life
•increasing human potential by providing educational opportunities
•protecting and sustaining the environment

The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service, a part of OSU's Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, is proudly continuing its tradition of bringing the University to you.

Entries for the county fair coloring contest are due this Friday, September 4th! Stop by our office to pick up a colorin...
09/02/2026

Entries for the county fair coloring contest are due this Friday, September 4th!

Stop by our office to pick up a coloring sheet or hang out and color it here! We're open from 8am-12pm and 1pm-5pm the rest of the week!

Kids! Don't forget to turn in your entries for the Carter County Free Fair's COLORING CONTEST!

Color your page and bring it to the Carter County OSU Extension Office (25 A Street NW, Ardmore) to officially enter the contest. LAST DAY TO TURN IN COLORING PAGES IS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH BY 4:00PM

You can get this coloring page from the fair book (call our office! 580-223-6570)

Age brackets available to participate in: (3-5 years old), (6-8 years old), and (9-12) years old. Winner in each age bracket wins 1 carnival bracelet for a free evening of rides!

When local organizations connect, great things happen! 🤝I had the honor and privilege of hosting Julie Maher, President ...
08/31/2026

When local organizations connect, great things happen! 🤝
I had the honor and privilege of hosting Julie Maher, President of Carter County Oklahoma Home & Community Education, as our guest speaker at Ardmore Arbuckle Sunrise Rotary Club last Thursday. She spoke about the rich history of OHCE and OSU Extension, plus the incredible work CCOHCE does for families and our communities. 🏠✨
I encourage everyone to learn more about CCOHCE, Arbuckle Sunrise Rotary, and Carter County Extension, and see how we all share a deeply service-driven mission!

Join us for the Oklahoma Meat Goat & Sheep Boot Camp!October 19–21, 2026Pontotoc County Agri-Plex in Ada, OklahomaYou’ll...
08/31/2026

Join us for the Oklahoma Meat Goat & Sheep Boot Camp!

October 19–21, 2026
Pontotoc County Agri-Plex in Ada, Oklahoma

You’ll get real-world experience in:
• Ear-tagging, castrating & tattooing
• Hoof trimming & electric fence building
• Nutrition & ration balancing
• Forage testing & farm business planning
• FAMACHA testing & f***l egg count
• Reproduction, ultrasound, neonatal care and more!

Register at the link below.
🔗: https://okla.st/4wWoyx1

Join us for the Oklahoma Meat Goat & Sheep Boot Camp!
October 19–21, 2026
Pontotoc County Agri-Plex in Ada, Oklahoma

You’ll get real-world experience in:
• Ear-tagging, castrating & tattooing
• Hoof trimming & electric fence building
• Nutrition & ration balancing
• Forage testing & farm business planning
• FAMACHA testing & f***l egg count
• Reproduction, ultrasound, neonatal care and more!

Register at the link below.
🔗: https://okla.st/4wWoyx1

Carter Co burn ban is continued for another 7 days!
08/31/2026

Carter Co burn ban is continued for another 7 days!

08/31/2026. The burn ban for Carter County remains in effect for an additional 7 days. See the attached resolution for information. Please be advised that we are still having issues accessing the Emergency Management webpage to update. The website does not indicate that current burn ban status. Please visit the following link for current burn ban status. https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/8bdc59b2a54a4383a9a2996fb9407580/

An estimated 66% of farmers and ranchers have no estate planning tools in place. Planning for what comes next can help p...
08/26/2026

An estimated 66% of farmers and ranchers have no estate planning tools in place. Planning for what comes next can help protect the future of the farm or ranch.

This fall, OSU Extension and the Noble Research Institute are partnering to offer Farm Transition Workshops across Oklahoma. These workshops will provide producers with practical guidance, resources and ongoing support to help them start the transition planning process.

Register for the Ardmore workshop happening at Southern Tech on September 25th:
🔗: https://okla.st/4couIhh

An estimated 66% of farmers and ranchers have no estate planning tools in place. Planning for what comes next can help protect the future of the farm or ranch.

This fall, OSU Extension and the Noble Research Institute are partnering to offer Farm Transition Workshops across Oklahoma. These workshops will provide producers with practical guidance, resources and ongoing support to help them start the transition planning process.
• Sept. 25 - Ardmore
• Oct. 16 - Claremore
• Oct. 26 - Guymon
• Oct. 28 - Lawton
• Nov. 16 - Woodward

Register for a workshop today!
🔗: https://okla.st/4couIhh

Free class TONIGHT!! Tuesday August 25th, 6:00pm at the Extension Office in Ardmore!
08/25/2026

Free class TONIGHT!! Tuesday August 25th, 6:00pm at the Extension Office in Ardmore!

We have teamed up with the Carter County Commissioners to bring all Carter County Students the "Keep Our Land Grand" Art...
08/17/2026

We have teamed up with the Carter County Commissioners to bring all Carter County Students the "Keep Our Land Grand" Art Contest.

Entries are open 9/1/26 - 10/30/26 and can be dropped off at Carter County OSU Extension Service during office hours.

This year's theme is TEAMWORK! in litter prevention.

See the post for complete rules and entry forms and call us at (580) 223-6570 with any questions!

We can't wait to see what our students create! Check out Carter County 12th grader, Wesley P.'s submission that was selected to be featured in the 2025 contest calendar!

Join us Friday, September 25 at Ardmore Southern Tech for farm transition planning workshop: https://secure.touchnet.com...
08/17/2026

Join us Friday, September 25 at Ardmore Southern Tech for farm transition planning workshop: https://secure.touchnet.com/C20271_ustores/web/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=68&CATID=904&fbclid=IwY2xjawTv6fdwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMU5VRkZRb1NqUVpjV293eFNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeXFdcCxVA1u7C0--k84IL9b2yiKLuHX2ien3wKxy6uJwsGx_1EeC2MDs5eJ8_aem_fMj_zTuA4N-wf4OmRsbmgw

An estimated 66% of farmers and ranchers have no estate planning tools in place. Planning for what comes next can help protect the future of the farm or ranch.

This fall, OSU Extension and the Noble Research Institute are partnering to offer Farm Transition Workshops across Oklahoma. These workshops will provide producers with practical guidance, resources and ongoing support to help them start the transition planning process.
• Sept. 25 - Ardmore
• Oct. 16 - Claremore
• Oct. 26 - Guymon
• Oct. 28 - Lawton
• Nov. 16 - Woodward

Register for a workshop today!
🔗: https://okla.st/4couIhh

Kids! Don't forget to turn in your entries for the Carter County Free Fair's COLORING CONTEST! Color your page and bring...
08/13/2026

Kids! Don't forget to turn in your entries for the Carter County Free Fair's COLORING CONTEST!

Color your page and bring it to the Carter County OSU Extension Office (25 A Street NW, Ardmore) to officially enter the contest. LAST DAY TO TURN IN COLORING PAGES IS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH BY 4:00PM

You can get this coloring page from the fair book (call our office! 580-223-6570)

Age brackets available to participate in: (3-5 years old), (6-8 years old), and (9-12) years old. Winner in each age bracket wins 1 carnival bracelet for a free evening of rides!

Address

25 A Street NW, Suite 200
Ardmore, OK
73401

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15802236570

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