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Large accepts Distinguished Alumni honor

Fri, Oct 06, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Richard Large of Cordova, Tennessee, got his hands dirty at a young age, and he liked it.

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Redman honored for career in horticulture

Fri, Oct 06, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Paul Redman is a leader in the world of horticulture.

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Farm dogs and horses may qualify for certain tax deductions

Thu, Oct 05, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – Dogs have long been referred to as “man’s best friend,” but many farm dogs are more than animal companions, they are working members of the agricultural enterprise, and as such may qualify for certain operation-related tax deductions.

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When local foods attack

Thu, Oct 05, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. - Who doesn’t enjoy picking up fresh fruits and produce while stroll through a farmers’ market?

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Register now for Nov. 3 Crop Insurance Workshop in Enid

Thu, Oct 05, 2017

ENID, Oklahoma – Think of the 2017 Crop Insurance Workshop scheduled for Nov. 3 in Enid as essentially one-stop shopping for agricultural producers, lenders and educators; crop insurance agents and marketing consultants.

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It is the old song of supply and demand for beef prices

Thu, Oct 05, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – Strong beef demand has mostly been offsetting increased beef supply in 2017 with beef production projected to increase again in 2018 to 27.4 billion pounds.

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A cow’s bad temperament can result in poor profits

Thu, Oct 05, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – October is a traditional weaning and culling time for spring-calving herds, meaning producers need to decide which cows no longer are helpful to the operation and which heifer calves will be kept for future replacements.

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State beef checkoff vote set for Nov. 1

Fri, Sep 29, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma cattle producers will vote on a proposed state beef checkoff next month.

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OK-FIRE releases training schedule for new website

Thu, Sep 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Continually growing in popularity, OK-FIRE now has a new, more user-friendly website. The new website is substantially different in terms of layout and content than the old one.

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Workshop to address challenges in the grape-growing industry

Thu, Sep 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – While Oklahoma’s agricultural roots may be steeped in cattle and wheat production, grape production continues to gain ground.

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Aquaponic Farming Workshop to take place in Vian

Tue, Sep 26, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Entrepreneurs who wish to help meet the growing demand for fresh, local vegetables and fish can learn how to do so at the upcoming Aquaponic Farming Workshop to get the latest research-based information on this growing trend.

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Oklahoma school nutrition professionals earn a chance to work with trained chef

Fri, Sep 22, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – School nutrition professionals from 15 Oklahoma schools and school districts will team up with a trained chef this semester to cook up fresher, tastier cafeteria offerings and whip up a sweeter overall dining experience.

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