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College students should budget, too

Wed, Jul 26, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is true, college students are not known for having a lot of money, but that does not take away the need for a budget. In fact, it may be even more important to know how much is coming in and going out of the bank account.

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‘Waxy cotton’ on plants may indicate presence of pest

Tue, Jul 25, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Homeowners and gardening enthusiasts who have noticed white, cottony masses covering stems of ornamental and vegetable plants should not be hitting the panic button.

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‘Clock management’ a key part of determining whether or not to grow dual-purpose wheat for grazing

Tue, Jul 25, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Tick. Tick. Tick. The time is fast approaching when Oklahoma wheat producers will need to determine whether or not to grow dual-purpose wheat for grazing.

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Understanding the effects of global beef trade on the U.S. beef industry

Tue, Jul 25, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – There is an old and very true adage about beef trade: What goes on over there has an effect on what goes on over here.

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Fall Market Gardening School to take place in Ardmore

Fri, Jul 21, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – In an effort to provide fresh market producers with the most up-to-date information on management, production and marketing techniques, Oklahoma State University is teaming up with the Noble Research Institute to host the fall 2017 Oklahoma Market Garden School.

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Safely walking and riding a bicycle to school

Fri, Jul 21, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – When school begins this fall, many Oklahoma students will arrive by bus or car, while others will walk or ride bicycles, and that means keeping some important safety precautions in mind.

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Plan ahead to manage back-to-school costs

Thu, Jul 20, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – While Oklahoma students enjoy the last few weeks of summer, another school year is fast approaching, and that means the annual back-to-school shopping frenzy is on the very near horizon.

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Tips for packing safe school lunches

Tue, Jul 18, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It seems like the last bell rang just a few short weeks ago, signaling the end of the school year for children across Oklahoma. In the blink of an eye, school supplies are back on the shelves and families are making plans for children to return to the classroom for the fall 2017 semester.

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Make healthy choices for after-school snacking

Tue, Jul 18, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – After a day of reading, writing and arithmetic, school-aged children likely will want a snack when they get home to tide them over until dinner time. However, parents do not want their children to spoil their appetites.

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Protecting your skin from the sun

Mon, Jul 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Getting in a little fun in the sun is a summertime treat, but protecting your skin from exposure to ultraviolet rays while outdoors is no laughing matter.

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Remember to stay hydrated in the summer

Mon, Jul 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – While it is important to stay hydrated year-round, it can be more of a challenge during the steamy summer months. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to beat the heat by balancing fluid intake with what is lost through the course of the daily living.

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The fifth generation takes the helm of one family’s farming operation

Thu, Jul 13, 2017

On a bright, warm and breezy June afternoon, Caddo County wheat producer Brittany Krehbiel stood confidently and comfortably in front of her combine parked on the edge of a portion of the family farm called Section 21 and beamed.

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