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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
Protecting your skin from the sun

Mon, Jul 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Getting in a little fun in the sun is a summertime treat, but protecting your skin from exposure to ultraviolet rays while outdoors is no laughing matter.

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Remember to stay hydrated in the summer

Mon, Jul 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – While it is important to stay hydrated year-round, it can be more of a challenge during the steamy summer months. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to beat the heat by balancing fluid intake with what is lost through the

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The fifth generation takes the helm of one family’s farming operation

Thu, Jul 13, 2017

On a bright, warm and breezy June afternoon, Caddo County wheat producer Brittany Krehbiel stood confidently and comfortably in front of her combine parked on the edge of a portion of the family farm called Section 21 and beamed.

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College students need renter’s insurance

Wed, Jul 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – As college students and their parents shop for new things to take to college, hopefully renter's insurance is on the shopping list, too.

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Pemberton honored for dedication to 4-H program

Wed, Jul 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – If you have been to a 4-H event in Noble County, it is a sure bet you have seen Barbara Pemberton there, too.

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Conrad honored at state volunteer leader conference

Wed, Jul 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Deana Conrad believes in expanding on the things you enjoy doing. This is likely one reason why members of the Grady County Lego Robotics Team have expanded their interests beyond robotics.

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Recent rains suggest it’s time to check for fall armyworms

Wed, Jul 12, 2017

DURANT, Okla. – The rains came, and while that is typically a good thing, this time around the rainfall has signaled the importance of checking for the presence of fall armyworms.

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Test for nitrate levels before cutting summer annuals for hay

Tue, Jul 11, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Hot summer weather means Oklahoma forage producers should be testing their summer annuals before cutting them for hay, especially for those areas of the state suffering from drought conditions.

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Register now to attend July 17 Oklahoma Crops Conference in Alva

Mon, Jul 10, 2017

ALVA, Okla. – Crop producers working in northwestern Oklahoma should register now to attend the July 17 Oklahoma Crops Conference in Alva.

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Horticulture field day at Perkins to showcase fruit and vegetable research

Mon, Jul 10, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Are you interested in pumpkins, grapes, cowpeas, pecans, lavender and other horticulture crops? If so, make plans to attend the Cimarron Valley Research Station Horticulture Field Day slated Aug. 1 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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