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Bentley tops in 2015-16 Oklahoma variety performance tests

Thu, Aug 11, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – The results from this year's growing wheat season are in and Bentley, a hard red winter variety developed by the Oklahoma State University Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, was among the best performers

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Children’s risk of exposure to head lice goes up with arrival of a new school year

Thu, Aug 11, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – As the school year gets underway and Oklahoma students are reunited with old friends while making new ones, an unintended consequence could be increased risk of exposure to head lice.

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A growing relationship…

Wed, Aug 10, 2016

Old School Farms lies at the foot of some radio antennas in south Oklahoma City.

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Lerblance inducted into Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame

Tue, Aug 9, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – When Lexie Lerblance started third grade at a new school, everything was new – new teachers, new friends and new after-school activities. Although she played sports, she was looking for something different at the time.

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Murray County 4-H’er inducted into Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame

Tue, Aug 9, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Throughout his 10-year 4-H career, Steven Baringer set goals for himself. While he has been quite successful in this youth organization, there was one goal he did not achieve – that of being selected to serve as a State 4-H

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Prominent artist’s work to be on display at Oklahoma State

Mon, Aug 8, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – The beautiful marriage of the technical side of agriculture and the imagery of art come together every day at Oklahoma State University.

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Take action now to stockpile bermudagrass for winter cattle use

Mon, Aug 8, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Temperatures may be hitting 100 degrees Fahrenheit or more, but it is winter that should be on the mind of producers looking to stockpile bermudagrass hay.

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OSU Cooperative Extension’s Josh Bushong receives industry honor

Mon, Aug 8, 2016

LAHOMA, Okla. – Josh Bushong, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension area agronomist for the state's Northwest District, has been named the 2016 recipient of the Mark C. Boyles Oilseed Industry Meritorious Service Award.

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Round bale costs part of managing profit margins for some beef producers

Mon, Aug 8, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Although round bales have been popular with beef producers for many years, there are many challenges to buying, producing and using round bales correctly and cost effectively.

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Using single-load laundry packets safely

Fri, Aug 5, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Doing laundry probably tops the list of the most frequent, yet necessary household tasks, so anything to make the chore a little easier is certainly welcome.

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Be safe while enjoying lakes and rivers in Oklahoma

Fri, Aug 5, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Lots of Oklahomans will be heading to the lake to relax even as summer heats up before beginning the slow, annual slide into fall. Following some important safety measures while on the water will help ensure a fun,

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Former DASNR Dean and Director Sam E. Curl passes

Thu, Aug 4, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Sam E. Curl, dean and director of Oklahoma State University's Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources from 1997 to 2004, passed away Aug. 2 in Granbury, Texas.

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Understanding effects ‘beyond the ranch’ focus of Aug. 11 NW Oklahoma Beef Conference.

Thu, Aug 4, 2016

ENID, Okla. – The Northwest Oklahoma Beef Conference on Aug. 11 will showcase how further processing, innovation, policy and marketing play significant roles in determining the ultimate value of beef and its effects on producers and the industry

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