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It is wise to be firewise

Mon, Feb 08, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Fire in Oklahoma is extremely beneficial. It restores grasslands and controls unwanted species. It is a natural process that provides habitat for certain wildlife.

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Seminar to shed light on oil and gas industry issues for rural landowners

Fri, Feb 05, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma has long been known for the wind sweeping down the plains. Nowadays, however, the state is becoming better known as the leader in seismic activity. This leaves the public asking how all of the shake, rattle and roll is related to the oil and gas industry.

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Oklahoma Gardening gearing up for 42nd season

Fri, Feb 05, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Casey Hentges, the new host of the Oklahoma Gardening television program, said she is excited to get the season started with new episodes beginning Feb. 13.

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OSU alumnus and former OSU/A&M Regent chosen for USDA advisory committee

Thu, Feb 04, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University alumnus Dr. Claud D. Evans is no stranger to playing a role in shaping policies and programs aimed at making people’s lives better.

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Learn about pecan management at OSU course beginning March 8

Wed, Feb 03, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – If you have an interest in learning more about pecans and what it takes to grow them, mark your calendar for the 2016 Fundamentals of Pecan Management course offered by Oklahoma State University.

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Enrollment now open for OSU’s 2016 Grape Management course

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Although wheat is what most likely comes to mind when thinking of agricultural crops in Oklahoma, grapes have been making a name for themselves for the last several years.

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Upcoming civic forum marks start of regional economic development project

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – A civic forum aimed at encouraging the public’s input in the launch of a regional economic development initiative is set for February.

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Making waste products more powerful at OSU

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Turning what is widely considered waste into valuable resources is a priority for Oklahoma State University’s BioBased Products and Energy Center.

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Oklahoma Irrigation Conference set for March 8 in Woodward

Tue, Jan 26, 2016

WOODWARD, Okla. – Southern Plains agricultural producers looking to get the most out of their water-use investment should register now to attend the March 8 Oklahoma Irrigation Conference in Woodward.

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Red River Crops Conference Jan. 20-21 in Altus, Oklahoma

Sat, Jan 02, 2016

ALTUS, Okla. – Oklahoma and Texas agricultural producers and others interested in learning the latest information about best crop production practices for the Red River region should register now to attend the Jan. 20-21 Red River Crops Conference in Altus.

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Financial resolutions for the New Year

Thu, Dec 17, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – The realm of New Year’s resolutions is limitless: Spend more time with the family. Lose weight. Read more. But, what about your money?

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Knowing your winter weather terms part of bracing for the cold season

Thu, Dec 17, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – As you shake, shiver, slip and slide through the winter months, reduce your exposure to cold-weather hazards by learning common weather terms and preparing ahead of possible storms or other emergencies.

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