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2017 Organic Oklahoma Conference slated Oct. 4-5

Thu, Sep 21, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – If you are interested in sustainable and organic production, make plans now to attend the 2017 Organic Oklahoma Conference in Oklahoma City slated Oct. 4-5.

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OSU’s Kevin Wagner new director of Oklahoma Water Resources Center

Thu, Sep 21, 2017

STILLWATER – Oklahoma State University alumnus Kevin Wagner has found you can go home again, and play a pivotal role in helping to solve critical concerns and issues for the entire state when doing so.

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GardenFest slated Sept. 30 at The Botanic Garden at OSU

Thu, Sep 21, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – With fall weather just around the corner, it is a great time to make your way out to The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University.

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Rural Economic Outlook Conference set for Oct. 20 at OSU

Tue, Sep 19, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – Insights about trends and expectations regarding agriculture and rural economies will be the focus of the Rural Economic Outlook Conference taking place Oct. 20 on Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus.

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Historic Win for OSU Animal Science

Tue, Sep 19, 2017

The Oklahoma State University Swine Research and Education Center team won Grand Champion Truckload at the 2017 National Swine Registry’s National Barrow Show on September 11, 2017. The team entered the truckload contest with a set of six purebred Yorkshire barrows. The OSU Swine Center has exhibited breeding stock at the show in previous years, however, this is the first time OSU has been represented in the truckload competition.

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4-H’ers showcase projects at Oklahoma State Fair

Fri, Sep 15, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – The iconic replica of the St. Louis Arch may be gone at the Oklahoma State Fair, but fairgoers still can count on one thing. Oklahoma 4-H’ers are making a big showing this year with 4,100 project exhibits representing 45 counties on display in the Oklahoma Expo Hall.

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Flood-damaged vehicles may soon flood the market

Wed, Sep 13, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Hurricanes Harvey and Irma left a wide path of destruction across Texas and Florida. Now that the forceful winds are dying down, cities and towns in both states are dealing with massive flooding.

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Pecan Fall Field Day slated Sept. 22

Tue, Sep 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Those already in the pecan growing business, along with those who are interested in growing pecans, can take a first-hand look at what it takes to operate a pecan business during the upcoming Pecan Fall Field Day.

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Plan now before a disaster strikes

Mon, Sep 11, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – What will you and your family do when a disaster strikes?

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Avoid potentially deadly hazards after a natural disaster

Mon, Sep 11, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – In the aftermath of a natural disaster, it often takes time for life to return to normal for affected families. During that recovery period families should remain aware of several potentially deadly hazards.

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Fire safety for college students

Mon, Sep 11, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – With students returning to their colleges and universities for the new school year, now is a good time to think about ways they can stay fire safe whether they live on or off campus.

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Unique water and energy audit helping producers become more efficient

Fri, Sep 08, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma producer Merlin Schantz is interested in conserving water and energy as well as being a good steward of the land and resources.

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