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Oklahoma 4-H’er feels humbled to honor veterans

Wed, May 24, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – While many people across the state are gearing up for a long holiday weekend by spending time at the lake or getting together for a cookout with friends, one Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development club member in Payne County will be working on his citizenship project. And because it’s just what 4-H’ers do, he’ll have some fellow club members working alongside him.

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Livestock need access to clean, fresh water too

Wed, May 24, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is one of those common sense best management practices that is sometimes easy to overlook, making sure cattle – and indeed, all livestock – have access to clean, fresh water.

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Cow-calf operators should be ‘making a list and checking it twice’

Wed, May 24, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – June is calling, and that means cow-calf operators should have a good idea how not to repeat any challenges associated with the past breeding season during the next go-round.

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Beef markets bullish heading into coming holidays

Wed, May 24, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Markets have been buoyed by tighter than expected supplies of beef, stronger than expected domestic demand, continued strong beef exports and speculative support in live and feeder cattle futures contracts.

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Speaking from Experience

Mon, May 22, 2017

Teaching, research and extension facilities equip students with the tools needed for success after graduation.

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ANSI Honor Students Journey to Jason Abraham's Mendota Ranch

Mon, May 22, 2017

Dr. Dan Stein provides students with an opportunity to meet animal science industry professionals during a trip to the Texas panhandle.

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OSU graduates first students from its joint degree program with China Agricultural University

Fri, May 19, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Call it pomp and circumstance, just with a Far East twist and Cowboy twang.

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Be wary of identity theft and scams following a weather disaster

Wed, May 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma residents are more than familiar with the weather advisories and warnings that come across the television and radio. When the sirens sound, Oklahomans know what they need to do to be safe.

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Safe drinking water is a top concern after a natural disaster

Wed, May 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – In the wake of recent severe storms across Oklahoma, finding a safe water supply is a priority.

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Assessing structural damage after a disaster

Wed, May 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – One of the major milestones on the road to recovering after a storm is assessing the structural damage to homes and other buildings.

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Do a little research before donating to the cause

Wed, May 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Many Oklahomans experience a certain level of empathy when they see areas ravished by tornadoes.

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Chainsaw safety important as tornado cleanup begins

Wed, May 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Many Oklahomans are now faced with a massive cleanup job after severe weather recently ripped through the state. The storms left much destruction in their wakes, including houses, cars and trees.

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