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Pasture legumes may help manage nitrogen fertilizer inputs

Jul 9, 2017

PURCELL, Okla. – The cost of nitrogen fertilizer can be one of the biggest expenses to forage production, leading many producers to wonder if there is a cheaper way of producing the forage they need for their grazing animals.

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Register now to attend July 13 Oklahoma Crops Conference in El Reno

Jul 6, 2017

EL RENO, Okla. – Crop producers working along the Interstate 40 corridor west of Oklahoma City should register now to attend the July 13 Oklahoma Crops Conference in El Reno.

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March 7 wildfires left indelible mark, and yet no mark at all

Jul 6, 2017

BUFFALO, Okla. – "And this too shall pass away" is an old adage about the human condition, and one that sums up so much about the March 7 wildfires that devastated numerous lives and more than 330,000 acres in Beaver, Harper and Woodward counties.

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Have fun, but be safe with fireworks

Jun 30, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Fireworks are a time-honored way of celebrating Independence Day. Following a few important precautions will ensure your July 4 holiday festivities are not only fun, but also safe.

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Workshop to focus on challenges in floriculture

Jun 29, 2017

If you have a green thumb, and even if you do not, make plans to attend the Current Challenges in Floriculture workshop to learn more about the world of floriculture.

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Register now to attend July 10 Oklahoma Crops Conference in Ardmore

Jun 29, 2017

ARDMORE, Okla. – Crop producers in southeastern and south-central Oklahoma should register now to attend the July 10 Oklahoma Crops Conference in Ardmore.

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Seasonal pressure expected to weaken beef and cattle markets

Jun 29, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Beef and cattle markets have defied "economic gravity" by staying stronger, longer than most analysts expected this spring, but seasonal pressure has caused the markets to weaken and they likely will struggle for the next six

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Protect your pet from summer heat

Jun 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Summer has officially arrived, and it comes with many opportunities to spend time outdoors. Many pet owners enjoy spending time outside with family, friends and even household pets.

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Pet safety is important during July 4 holiday

Jun 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Picnics, parades and fireworks all are traditional activities for many families celebrating Independence Day. While it is a fun-filled holiday for people, July 4 can be very frightening for your pets.

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Fourth of July forever linked to hot dogs

Jun 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – The creation of the hot dog dates back more than 500 years. It wasn't until the 1860s, however, that German immigrants in New York began to sell wieners from a pushcart.

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Chute-side vaccine cooler a useful tool for cattle producers

Jun 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – A few simple steps can help cattle producers become more effective in battling respiratory disease in their herd, get full value of any vaccine they purchase and possibly increase their operational profit in the process.

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Pregnancy rates in cattle a ‘lowly heritable trait’

Jun 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – As cow-calf producers evaluate growing programs for replacement heifers and their impact on long-term productivity of the herd, it is important to remember that both the genetic makeup of the heifer and environment in which she

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Effect of China opening its markets to U.S. beef likely to start slowly

Jun 28, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – China agreeing to open its domestic market to U.S. beef has been in the news, but producers need to remember it is only the first step in an ongoing and lengthy process.

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