Senate Interim Study
Current impact and solutions concerning noxious weeds in Oklahoma
1. Introduction to study - Senator Jech
2. Introduction of OSU Staff - Dr. Thomas Coon
3. Overview of Noxious Weeds in Oklahoma - Dr. Karen Hickman
4. Musk Thistle/Weevil Research - Dr. Tom Royer
5. Weevil Round Up Program – Tommy Puffinbarger
6. Management of the Musk Thistle in Kansas - Jeff Vogel
7. Oklahoma Laws/Consumer Protection - Kenny Naylor
8. Association of County Commissioners of Oklahoma - Dale Frech
9. Effects on Oklahoma Farmers and Ranchers - Michael Kelsey, Oklahoma Cattleman’s Association
10. Oklahoma State Agencies - Caden Cleveland, OMES
11. Closing Comments - Senator Jech