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Broadband program signup to help rural communities

May 20, 2021

The COVID-19 stimulus bill included discounts for broadband service. Oklahoma State University agricultural economics professor Brian Whitacre is helping to spread the word.

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OSU sends five to College National Finals Rodeo

May 18, 2021

Oklahoma State University's Rodeo Team has overcome the difficulties of training and competing in a pandemic to qualify five students for the College National Finals Rodeo in June. Those who made the cut comprise the largest OSU contingent in

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Keep watch on obese horses eating green forage

May 18, 2021

Obesity in horses is never a desired condition, but especially so for animals that have developed equine metabolic syndrome (EMS), a condition similar to Type II Diabetes in people.

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Oklahoma 4-H addressing youth mental health

May 14, 2021

The Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program is addressing mental health needs in youth.

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2021 drought outlook calls for smart irrigation strategy

May 13, 2021

OSU Extension water resource specialists discuss how producers should prepare for the upcoming irrigation season as the threat of drought lingers.

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Oklahoma farmers need to assess the nitrogen needs of their crops

May 13, 2021

Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to recommend for either pre-emergence or in-season applications.

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Wildlife biologists gain valuable information from smartphone app

May 7, 2021

Wildlife biologists learn more about Oklahoma's gamebird brooding habits thanks to smartphone application.

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Festival to highlight benefits of composting

May 6, 2021

Festival at Will Rogers Gardens in Oklahoma City on May 22 will highlight the benefits of composting.

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