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Janet Cole now leading OSU department of horticulture and landscape architecture

Thu, Jun 25, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Longtime Oklahoma State University horticultural educator and researcher Janet Cole stepped into a new role this May, taking over as head of the department of horticulture and landscape architecture.

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Tips for drilling mud application

Wed, Jun 24, 2015

Part of the process of drilling for oil and natural gas involves the use of water-based drilling mud. Once a well is bored, the fluid needs to be disposed of, and applying the mud to private lands has become a popular option.

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Eleventh annual winter canola conferences scheduled for July 14-15

Wed, Jun 24, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Southern Plains producers who are interested in learning how to maximize canola crop productivity should plan now to attend one of two regional Winter Canola Conferences taking place in July.

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OSU’s Keith Owens named DASNR associate vice president

Mon, Jun 22, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Keith Owens has been selected to the position of associate vice president with Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

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Jeff Edwards to head OSU plant and soil sciences department

Mon, Jun 22, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Longtime Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension small grains specialist Jeff Edwards has been named the new head of OSU’s department of plant and soil sciences.

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Few Oklahoma snakes are venomous

Fri, Jun 19, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – The vast majority of the more than 40 species of snake found in Oklahoma are nonvenomous, but that does not mean they do not strike fear in many people.

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Do not let mosquitoes dominate your landscape

Mon, Jun 15, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma received more rain this spring than it typically does in a year. While the moisture is welcome, it also brings with it a pesky pest most Oklahomans find annoying – mosquitoes.

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Buyer beware of flood-damaged cars for sale

Thu, Jun 11, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Aside from a house, buying a new or used vehicle is likely one of the biggest purchases a consumer will make. Being as informed as possible will help buyers make the best and wisest purchase possible.

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Rainfall impacts on wildlife

Thu, Jun 11, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – The overwhelming amount of rain much of Oklahoma has seen over the past couple months has made it presence felt in the wildlife community.

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Checklist to help ease summer airline travel

Tue, Jun 09, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Now that school is out for the summer, many Oklahoma families are looking forward to a well-deserved vacation.

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Spider identification 101

Tue, Jun 09, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Fear upon seeing a spider is a common feeling for many Oklahomans. While there are a couple problem-causing species, identifying nonthreatening and harmless spiders can help people and spiders coexist peacefully.

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Prevention is key during peak tick season

Thu, Jun 04, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Even full grown, ticks measure far less than a quarter inch, yet the tiny creatures can cause big problems.

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