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Distinguished Alumni and Champions selected by OSU’s Division of Agriculture

Aug 15, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University's Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is dedicated to making available science-based information relevant to improving the quality of life for the people of Oklahoma.

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A fresh approach to fighting hunger

Aug 10, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Jeff Marlow can tell you 100 different ways to repurpose that rotisserie chicken you picked up at the local grocery store. A unique skill, it's one he calls on frequently in his role as executive chef at the Community Food Bank

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Co-parenting class helps show dads the importance of reading to kids

Aug 9, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – What happens when you combine some children's books with helpful, research-based information and put it all in a fun, handmade book bag made from a recycled t-shirt? Some fathers in Garfield County know the answer, thanks to

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Lonerider completes trio of 2017 OSU wheat releases

Aug 2, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – With planting season fast approaching, wheat producers now have one more variety to consider as Oklahoma State University's Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources released Lonerider.

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OSU alumna and Extension economist Damona Doye awarded her profession’s highest honor

Aug 2, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is widely considered the most prestigious official honor in academia, to be recognized for one's lifetime achievement by being named a Fellow by one's professional organization.

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Foreign production info negatively affects recent wheat market rally

Jul 31, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – A recent rally in the wheat marketplace was met with widespread enthusiasm by agricultural producers, and then it evaporated like early morning dew on a hot summer day.

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Gardeners must take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses

Jul 31, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It takes standing outside only a short time to get the full effect of the summer season. While many gardeners enjoy their time in the garden, extreme temperatures can lead to heat-related illnesses.

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OSU Cooperative Extension professionals honored

Jul 27, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. - The Oklahoma Association of Extension Agriculture Agents honored its own in July, for excellence of service and commitment to the land-grant mission of helping to improve the quality of life for Oklahomans.

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Mentor program expands mission

Jul 27, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Gathered in a conference room in Martin Regional Library in Tulsa, surrounded by their friends and family, local high school students were battling it out "Shark Tank" style.

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Taylor inducted into Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame

Jul 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – This Stephens County 4-H'er grew up in the 4-H program, tagging along with her older sister and brother to various activities. At the ripe old age of 5, Emily Taylor had no idea she wasn't a "real 4-H'er."

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Sestak inducted into Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame

Jul 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – When he was 9 years old, Lincoln County 4-H'er Jacob Sestak was in his elementary school helping decorate for National 4-H Week. As he hung posters about leadership, citizenship, public speaking and other projects, he was

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Calming those new-school-year jitters

Jul 26, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – When the new school year begins this fall, there is bound to be lots of excitement, but also some nerves for both students and their parents.

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Breakfast helps set the stage for academic success

Jul 26, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Mornings during the school year can be a hectic blur for both parents and students trying to get out the door, but that should not be an excuse to skip breakfast.

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