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Healthy habits can help shed unwanted pounds

Fri, Jan 15, 2021

Develop healthy habits in the new year to help meet weight loss goals.

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Starting seeds indoors can be an enjoyable winter garden project

Thu, Jan 14, 2021

Get a jump start on spring gardening by starting seeds in the winter.

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Grocery guru appointed to OSU advisory board

Wed, Jan 13, 2021

A retail food industry expert, Marc Jones of HAC Inc., is the newest member of the Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center advisory board.

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Ranchers’ webinars address forage and difficult weather

Tue, Jan 12, 2021

The next round of the popular Ranchers Thursday Lunchtime series of teleconferences for the cattle industry moves into the topics of managing cattle and forage in dry weather patterns, Oklahoma State University Extension officials said.

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Good money management habits begin young

Mon, Jan 11, 2021

Teaching children about good money management.

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Navigating kid conversations during scary times

Fri, Jan 08, 2021

Age-appropriate, open conversations with children are comforting and can calm their nerves.

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Producers should examine options before making changes to safety net programs

Wed, Dec 23, 2020

The current re-election and enrollment period goes until March 15, 2021, so there is plenty of time to survey the markets and think about whether a farm needs price protection or revenue protection.

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Pittsburg County 4-H’er makes holiday special for thousands

Tue, Dec 22, 2020

Fifteen-year-old Reed Marcum has been spearheading an annual toy giveaway for four years, with 2020 being the biggest yet.

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On-the-ranch herd health programs support healthy cattle markets

Tue, Dec 22, 2020

Bovine Respiratory Disease generates an estimated $800 million to $900 million annually in economic losses within the U.S. cattle industry.

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House plumbing needs warm approach

Fri, Dec 18, 2020

Keeping pipes from freezing can alleviate costly repairs.

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Scours management begins well in advance of spring calving

Fri, Dec 18, 2020

Having discussions about scours management with a large animal veterinarian now will save time, energy and dollars later, and it improves overall animal welfare.

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Pause to consider pet gifts

Fri, Dec 18, 2020

Buy safe and appropriate gifts for pets.

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