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Unwanted pesticide disposal sites for November set in Wilburton, Kingfisher

Wed, Oct 16, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma agricultural producers, commercial and noncommercial applicators, as well as pesticide dealers, can get rid of unwanted pesticides in two different locations in November, thanks to the Oklahoma Unwanted Pesticide Disposal Program.

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What is the best way to pay off your mortgage?

Tue, Oct 15, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – With historically low mortgage rates starting to creep back up, many homeowners are asking themselves if it is a better idea to refinance or simply pay more toward the mortgage they already have. Or is there a better option?

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Recycling conference slated Oct. 17 at OSU

Fri, Oct 04, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Get ready to talk some trash when Oct. 17 rolls around. This is the date for the Oklahoma Recycling Conference slated 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Conoco-Phillips Alumni Center on the Oklahoma State University campus.

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Potential industry for redcedar to be discussed

Thu, Oct 03, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Aromatic Cedar Association (ACA) has a vision. During a meeting in 2008, the group stated by 2013 “Manufacturing cedar products has become one of the top 10 industries in Oklahoma.”

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OSU hosting annual Rural Economic Outlook Conference Nov. 1

Wed, Oct 02, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agribusiness leaders interested in gaining insight into the latest industry trends should register now for the 2013 Rural Economic Outlook Conference next month on Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus.

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CASNR announces 2013 Distinguished Alumni

Fri, Sep 27, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at Oklahoma State University has announced Randy Davis, Robert “Bob” Sherrer and J.L. “Butch” Meibergen as the CASNR 2013 Distinguished Alumni.

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Manske joins 4-H Foundation team

Fri, Sep 27, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – His title may have changed but he still bleeds green. Tom Manske, former Extension educator, 4-H Youth Development in Canadian County, has taken on a new professional challenge as the director of development for the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation.

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DASNR group lends a hand during Day of Caring

Fri, Sep 27, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – While they are used to putting in a hard day’s work at the office, a group of employees from Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources recently took it a step further to help others.

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Register now for the 2013 Master Cattleman Summit

Wed, Sep 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cattle producers interested in improving the profitability and sustainability of their ranches are encouraged to register now for the 2013 Master Cattleman Summit at Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus next month.

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Stillwater taking lead in wildfire precaution

Wed, Sep 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Stillwater is a bit of a pioneer in becoming the largest city in the state to receive a FIREWISE designation.

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Hunters provide necessary deer management in Oklahoma

Wed, Sep 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Food plots are planted and trail cameras are mounted. Many hunting enthusiasts in Oklahoma are gearing up for deer season.

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Oklahoma counties SET to take part in national economic development initiative

Wed, Sep 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Two regions in Oklahoma were chosen for SET – “Stronger Economies Together,” a national partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development and the Cooperative Extension Service.

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