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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
2017 Meat Animal Evaluation Team Named Reserve National Champions

Mon, Apr 10, 2017

The 2017 OSU Meat Animal Evaluation Team competed in the National Contest in Manhattan, KS. The Cowboys placed 1st in the Meat Division, 2nd in the Breeding Animal Division and 3rd in the Meat Animal Division on their way to being named the Reserve

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New technology developed at OSU to make liquid fuels

Fri, Apr 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Vehicles have engines powered by liquid fuels, like gasoline and diesel. Oklahoma, and the entire United States, already has the infrastructure and pipelines in place for fuel delivery.

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Go green when you clean

Fri, Apr 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – The phrase "clean green" actually has nothing to do with the cleanliness of money in your wallet and everything to do with the quality of the air circulating in your humble abode.

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Save energy, money while keeping cool this spring, summer

Fri, Apr 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Triple digit temperatures can literally make Oklahoma a hot spot in the summertime, but keeping the house cool when the heat is on does not have to scorch the wallet and singe the budget.

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Clean up the clutter with the help of a tape measure

Fri, Apr 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – As homeowners prepare for the traditional spring cleaning effort, they should add a tape measure to the list of essential items necessary to do the job right.

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Using homemade cleaners can improve indoor air quality at home

Fri, Apr 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – What do vinegar, cornstarch and baking soda have in common? Besides sharing space in the kitchen pantry, these and other household items can be used as the basis for do-it-yourself cleaning supplies.

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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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Protecting children and pets from window falls

Fri, Apr 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – After a long winter, it is hard to resist the urge to fling open the windows and invite in spring's warmer temperatures. But, families should remain watchful to ensure small children and pets do not fall out of an open window.

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Oklahoma cattle producers ravaged by March 7 wildfires given permission to use CRP lands

Fri, Apr 7, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), acting in response to a directive from President Donald J. Trump, has authorized Oklahoma cattle producers impacted by the March 7 wildfires to graze Conservation Reserve Program lands.

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OSU partners with two-year colleges to offer Agricultural Leadership Degree Completion Program

Thu, Apr 6, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Sometimes life gets in the way of finishing through on certain goals and aspirations. This is true, too, for academic achievements.

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