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Bird collisions with wind turbines reviewed

Tue, Nov 19, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – A little birdie told me to watch out for wind turbines, but he forgot to tell his buddies.

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Watch your wallet during hectic shopping season

Mon, Nov 18, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Not everyone will be filled with the holiday spirit in the coming months. That is one reason to remember to safeguard your wallet while hunting for those perfect gifts for friends and family.

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Avoid the credit card crunch by thinking first

Mon, Nov 18, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Whether they have set aside some funds or are planning to fly by the seat of their financial pants, plenty of Oklahomans will rely on credit cards to make the upcoming season bright for friends and family.

OSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureFamily and Personal FinancesFamily and Consumer SciencesExtensionOutreach and Engagement

Handling food safely helps ensure good time during holiday meals

Mon, Nov 18, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Families and friends will soon be gathering around elaborate meals to celebrate the holidays. No matter the time of year or occasion, though, hosts should keep food safety in mind while laying out the spread.

Ferguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureFamily and Consumer SciencesExtensionOutreach and EngagementFood Safety

Take steps to ensure pets stay safe during cold winter months

Thu, Nov 14, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahomans have experienced their first blast of winter temperatures and many may be finding themselves adding a couple of logs to the fireplace or turning up the heat in their homes so they can be more comfortable.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureOSU Agriculture

Beetles enjoying a buffet of saltcedar in Oklahoma

Tue, Nov 12, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – It has been a hard days night, and they have been working like a dog. Saltcedar beetles may be the new rock stars for property owners in Oklahoma.

Ferguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureNatural Resources Ecology and ManagementExtensionOutreach and Engagement

Calculating winter feed costs for cows

Mon, Nov 11, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cow-calf producers calculating likely winter feed costs need to take into account the importance of estimating forage usage by cows.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureAnimal Health and SciencesExtensionOutreach and EngagementCattle

New FDA ruling will help ID gluten-free foods

Mon, Nov 11, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is hard to miss all the products lining grocery store shelves proclaiming to be “gluten-free.” Have you ever wondered about the accuracy of those claims?

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureNutritionFamily and Consumer SciencesExtensionOutreach and Engagement

Gluten-free diets not for everyone

Mon, Nov 11, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – With the rising popularity of gluten-free diets and the wide variety of products catering to the lifestyle, it might make you wonder if you are missing out on something important.

OSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureNutritionFamily and Consumer SciencesExtensionOutreach and Engagement

Leaves are not only pretty but a valuable resource as well

Fri, Nov 08, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The brilliant orange, red and yellow leaves have certainly been a treat for Oklahomans as they travel through the state enjoying the fall foliage. The extra moisture and milder temperatures this summer helped ensure the state would be bathed in bright fall colors this year.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureHorticulture and Landscape ArchitectureGardening

Daily water use of redcedars

Thu, Nov 07, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The sneeze-causing, water-guzzling, fire hazard eastern redcedar is no stranger to Oklahoma.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureNatural Resources Ecology and ManagementExtensionOutreach and Engagement

Managing kids’ screen time is important

Wed, Nov 06, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The rise of new media requires new rules for monitoring kids’ screen time.

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