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Mafi honored by the American Meat Science Association

Gretchen Mafi, professor and the Ralph and Leila Boulware Endowed Chair in Oklahoma State University’s Department of Animal and Food Sciences, recently received two honors from the American Meat Science Association for her leadership in student
Mafi honored by the American Meat Science Association
Awareness and record-keeping important to ensuring well-being of elderly horses

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – Improvements in health care and nutrition have increased the lifespan of horses and their number of useful years, but management decisions about an elderly equine's well-being remain a largely individualized focus.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureHorseEquineExtension
Safely sending perishable holiday gifts

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – What is a family to do if an out-of-town loved one cannot make it home for the holidays but loves turkey and dressing? Mailing perishable homemade goods or sending items via mail order is certainly a viable option for gift

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Making healthy choices at holiday gatherings

Mon, Dec 11, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Anyone trying to follow a healthy lifestyle knows it is tough enough to stay on track on a regular day or week. It only becomes harder during the gauntlet of holiday gatherings.

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Picking holiday presents for the children

Mon, Dec 11, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – As shoppers get into the holiday spirit, keeping a few gift-giving guidelines top of mind while picking presents for young ones can help ensure the season is safe as well as merry and bright.

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Cattle carcass weights affecting beef supply and demand factors

Mon, Dec 11, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – Bigger is not always better, as the old saying goes, and the U.S. cattle industry is taking stock of the role today's larger animal carcasses can affect beef supply and demand factors.

OSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural EconomicsExperiment StationExtensionCattle
Loading up on lighter fare for the holidays

Mon, Dec 11, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Sharing rich, delicious traditional and favorite dishes with family and friends is often part of what makes the holidays so special. No worries for anyone watching the waistline, though. There are plenty of tips and tricks

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OSU’s Gary Sherrer: A life well lived in service to others

Fri, Dec 8, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – A lifelong commitment to public service has been the hallmark of Oklahoma State University's retiring Gary Sherrer, whose actions and widespread influence has benefitted Oklahomans statewide for decades.

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Serving up cookbooks as holiday gifts

Thu, Dec 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Wondering what to get the foodie on your holiday list? Or perhaps you are stumped on what to give the hard-to-shop-for friend or family member who has everything. Well, everyone has to eat, right? Cookbooks can make great

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureNutritionFamily and Consumer SciencesExtension
Cleveland County 4-H’ers help furry friends of Meals on Wheels recipients

Thu, Dec 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Meals on Wheels recipients in Cleveland County are getting a little more than a well-balanced meal, thanks to some compassionate members of the Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development Program.

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OSU’s Doye named Southern Region Excellence in Extension award winner by APLU

Mon, Dec 4, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – For more than three decades, Damona Doye's fingerprints have been left all over projects and programs within the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service.

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