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OSU Extension addresses top economic and family issues

Thu, Jul 16, 2020

OSU Extension hosted community forums to help residents identify top community concerns.

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4-H’ers look to positive experiences despite fair cancellation

Tue, Jul 14, 2020

All is not lost for 4-H’ers who were planning exhibits and prepping show animals for the fair season.

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Water management key to helping chickens beat the heat

Fri, Jul 10, 2020

Birds do not sweat so water management is a practical and very important way to help chickens combat heat stress.

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Adjust mowing frequency, cutting height on bermudagrass lawns

Fri, Jul 10, 2020

Newer bermudagrass hybrid lawns have different needs than older varieties.

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OSU survey showcases public thoughts about economic recovery from pandemic

Fri, Jul 10, 2020

Oklahoma officials at every level need to know what people think about perceived economic recovery challenges rather than relying on assumptions.

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Managing for vesicular stomatitis in horses

Thu, Jul 09, 2020

Thus far in 2020, the viral disease has been reported in Texas, Kansas, Nebraska, Arizona and now Oklahoma.

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The Botanic Garden at OSU is undergoing big changes

Wed, Jul 08, 2020

The garden is home to walking trails and OSU horticultural research, as well as the luscious garden that serves as the set for the popular television program Oklahoma Gardening.

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Mechanical injury to trees can cause irreversible damage

Wed, Jul 08, 2020

Lawnmowers and string trimmers can cause damage to tree trunks.

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Technology allows pecan producers to continue learning

Tue, Jul 07, 2020

Pecan growers can access the latest research-based information via the Pecan Topics Zoom Program.

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Oklahoma 4-H Foundation receives $100,000 gift

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

The Masonic Charity Foundation has gifted the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation with $100,000 for STEM programming. Funds also will be used for State 4-H Roundup.

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Horse owners need to be on lookout for blister beetles

Thu, Jul 02, 2020

Blister beetles contain cantharidin, a toxic chemical that can impede breathing and elevate heart rate - and can be fatal.

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Oklahoma producers have double-crop options after wheat harvest

Fri, Jun 26, 2020

Soybeans and grain sorghum are the most common double-crops planted, though sesame, sunflowers and forage crops are popular with some producers.

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