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Maintaining good nutrition key part of replacement heifer management

Fri, Mar 4, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Breeding season for replacement heifers destined for a spring-calving herd will soon be here, emphasizing the need for producers to ensure proper nutritional management of the animals.

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Feeder and fed cattle markets returning to ‘normal’

Fri, Mar 4, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Producers can be forgiven if they seem to be experiencing a case of déjà vu, as feeder and fed cattle prices are currently at about the same levels as in late 2013 after a 26-month rollercoaster ride in the markets.

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Camp T.U.R.F. offers youth a chance to explore careers, experience college life

Tue, Mar 1, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma youth who have an interest in horticulture and science, and who want a chance to experience college life before high school graduation, have an opportunity to do both at Camp T.U.R.F.

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That smells like quail research

Mon, Feb 29, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – In front of any good bird hunter is a dog sniffing and pointing out where the birds are hiding. Just like the trusty bird dog, most predators rely on smell to locate their prey

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Royalties from OSU-bred wheat varieties help fund innovation

Mon, Feb 29, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma Genetics, Inc. presented royalties from seed sales of wheat varieties developed by Oklahoma State University's Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources to OSU President Burns Hargis and the OSU

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Tool available to help wheat producers make decisions

Fri, Feb 26, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Timing is everything when trying to get as much bang for your buck as possible in the wheat fields. Wheat producers in Oklahoma have historically circled March 15 on their calendars to remember to pull cattle from the fields.

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Sharp tools essential for gardeners

Wed, Feb 24, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Having the right tools for any job is essential. A carpenter will not get far without a tape measure or hammer. A mechanic is always in need of a wrench and a nurse will use a stethoscope multiple times per day. In order for

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Hugelkultur technique to be featured on Oklahoma Gardening this weekend

Wed, Feb 24, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahomans are no strangers to the effects of devastating ice storms. Many residents have worked hours in their landscapes cleaning up branches and limbs, cutting them to size and putting them at the curb for pickup. Others may

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Planning is key to successfully meeting savings goals

Thu, Feb 18, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Is the lack of green in your pocket making you blue? Jump starting your savings can be a challenge, but it is not impossible.

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OSU introduces new hard white wheat variety

Fri, Feb 12, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma producers interested in taking advantage of a robust hard white wheat market will be in an excellent position to do so with the release of Stardust, a new variety developed by the Oklahoma State University Division of

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Premier canola event set for Feb. 18 in Enid

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

ENID, Okla. – Agricultural producers interested in learning how to maximize their canola production should register now to attend the Feb. 18 Canola College in Enid.

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There is light at the end of the tunnel after wildfires

Thu, Feb 11, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahomans continue to be reminded of the devastation that can come with wildfire. While homes, structures and livestock can be lost, landowners who rely on grasslands, shrublands and forests as an enterprise are left trying to

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Winter landscape requires moisture

Wed, Feb 10, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Although spring is on the horizon, Oklahomans are still facing several more weeks of winter. Some gardening enthusiasts may think there is not much to do for the landscape right now. However, the lack of watering is a major

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