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OSU Extension horticulture partnership helps inmates plant seeds and cultivate hope

Inmates at the Dr. Eddie Warrior Correctional Center participate in a horticulture program.
OSU Extension horticulture partnership helps inmates plant seeds and cultivate hope
Beware of warm-weather poison hazards

Fri, Apr 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – As the springtime temperatures emerge, Oklahomans will steadily become more active both inside and outside their homes. As they begin working around the house or meeting friends and family for outdoor activities, it will be

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Safely decorating with pumpkins

Fri, Oct 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – For those who like to celebrate fall or get into the Halloween spirit, decorating pumpkins can be a fun family activity as long as everyone is participating in a safe way.

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Charles and Linda Shackelford key partners in helping OSU grow gardening enthusiasm, industry support

Tue, Aug 2, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Charles and Linda Shackelford never really saw themselves as champions of horticulture, but their success in growing TLC – one of the Southern Plains' top florist, greenhouse and nursery businesses – made spreading their

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All the buzz about mosquitoes

Thu, Jun 23, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – The wet spring may have been a boon for crops, but it has opened the door to the possibility of a challenging summer when it comes to mosquitoes.

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Prevention is key during peak tick season

Thu, Jun 4, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Even full grown, ticks measure far less than a quarter inch, yet the tiny creatures can cause big problems.

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Avoid making your home a haven for mosquitoes

Thu, Jun 4, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – As Oklahomans slog their way through a stormy, rain-soaked spring, homeowners should take extra precautions against conditions inviting mosquitoes.

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Advanced viticulture and enology training workshop slated Oct. 10

Tue, Sep 16, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – For more than a dozen years, Oklahoma State University has offered a Grape Management Course to those individuals who have an established vineyard, or to those who are just getting into the industry.

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Fall gardening season has arrived

Tue, Jul 15, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Even though the temperature is hot and there are still summer vacations on the calendar, it is time to start thinking about planting your fall garden.

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