Oklahoma State University
Coverage of Oklahoma State University in the Nexus archive.
- Low cattle numbers raise fears of another beef packing plant shutdown
Low U.S. cattle herd numbers, driven by drought, have led to concerns about beef packing plant closures. Tyson Foods recently shut down a Nebraska plant, causing job losses, and industry experts warn of further shutdowns due to declining cattle supplies and consolidated market control by four major companies.
- Aquatic Robots, Drones and Power Tools: STEM Spans All Grades in Oklahoma School
Dove Schools in Oklahoma integrate STEM across all grades, offering hands-on activities like robotics and power tools, leading to 100% graduation and college acceptance rates. The public charter network, founded in 2000, has expanded to over 4,700 students and emphasizes early college preparation and character education.
- The unexpected force keeping beef prices high and why the pressure could last for years
Beef prices are expected to remain high due to a decline in the US cattle herd, which has fallen to its smallest size in 75 years. The decline is attributed to drought, rising feed costs, and an aging ranching workforce. Economists warn that the pressure could last for years.
- The unexpected force keeping beef prices high and why the pressure could last for years
Beef prices are expected to remain high due to a decline in the US cattle herd, caused by drought and rising feed costs. The herd has fallen to its smallest size in 75 years, and rebuilding it will take several years. This situation is exacerbated by the highly concentrated US beef industry.