OSU Ag Research is working to feed the world, improve Oklahoma economy and preserve
natural resources by conducting research that provides knowledge and technology extended
to the public by OSU Extension professionals. Our research impacts are increased food
security, maintaining environmentally friendly agriculture, preservation of natural
resources and the health and security of Oklahoma residents. Our research is a collaboration
between farmers and ranchers, agriculture commodity groups, industry, state agencies
and federal grants.
Our History
OSU Ag Research Station was made possible by the federal Hatch Act of 1887, which
established the State Experiment Station System and provided land and funds for each
state to develop research stations, particularly in areas of soil minerals and plant
growth. Ag Research was established by the Oklahoma Territorial Legislature in 1890
and was followed two years later by the first research building being constructed
on university grounds.
OSU Ag Research has grown to encompass more than 40 research facilities that include
research stations, laboratories, green houses, teaching and testing facilities and
centers and institutes.