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Using a fire extinguisher

Fri, Sep 07, 2018

It only takes a short, few minutes for a spark to grow into a blaze. Knowing when and how to use a fire extinguisher can help save lives and property.

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Evacuating in the event of wildfire

Fri, Sep 07, 2018

Wildfires can be unpredictable, but there are a few ways families can prepare ahead of time in case they need to quickly, safely evacuate.

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Preparing financially for emergencies

Fri, Sep 07, 2018

Preparing ahead of possible disasters involves more than putting together an emergency kit and making an emergency plan. It also involves making sure your money and assets are protected.

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Unwanted pesticide disposal event set in Woodward

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

Farmers, ranchers, homeowners and commercial and noncommercial applicators can properly dispose of unwanted pesticides.

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Funds available for some agricultural producers to offset market disruption from tariffs

Sat, Sep 01, 2018

USDA announces requirements to qualify for MFP payments and other mechanisms to combat losses due to tariffs.

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Tackle tailgates with food safety

Thu, Aug 30, 2018

Football season is here, and many fans are holding tailgates to cheer on their favorite teams. Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center wants to keep your food safe and recommends food safety tips for those participating in tailgating activities.

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National landscape architecture society president to speak at OSU

Mon, Aug 27, 2018

ASLA president Greg Miller shares insights as Oklahoma State speaker.

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Science proves 45-day weaning period for calves adds significant value

Mon, Aug 27, 2018

Value-added calves a proven commodity for cow-calf producers.

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National landscape architecture society president to speak at OSU

Mon, Aug 27, 2018

Greg Miller will be providing insights about the landscape architecture profession during a public lecture at OSU on Aug. 29.

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Cattle on feed ‘moving average’ at highest level since September 2012

Mon, Aug 27, 2018

The numbers tell the tale about U.S. cattle on feed, and things are pretty much what industry analysts expected.

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Food Product Innovation Competition open to college students across Oklahoma

Fri, Aug 24, 2018

Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center is challenging college students to share their creative and innovative ideas for new food and beverage products in November for a chance to compete in a product innovation competition.

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Extension providing help and hope through poverty simulation

Fri, Aug 24, 2018

Comanche County resident Liz McChesney knew poverty existed where she lives and works. She didn’t understand the seriousness of the issue or how she could make it better, but she wanted to find out.

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