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Boost immune system naturally to ward off respiratory issues

Oklahoma State University Extension offers tips to boost immune system during respiratory virus season.
Boost immune system naturally to ward off respiratory issues
Breakfast helps set the stage for academic success

Wed, Jul 26, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Mornings during the school year can be a hectic blur for both parents and students trying to get out the door, but that should not be an excuse to skip breakfast.

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College students should budget, too

Wed, Jul 26, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is true, college students are not known for having a lot of money, but that does not take away the need for a budget. In fact, it may be even more important to know how much is coming in and going out of the bank account.

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For parents, empty nest can be full of promise

Wed, Jul 26, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – What's next? That is the looming question many Oklahoma families will face this fall when they usher the youngest child out of the house and, in a moment of hand-wringing fear and giddy excitement, officially empty the

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Extracurricular activities help kids make the grade, learn life lessons

Wed, Jul 26, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Books and lectures are not the only ways students pick up important lessons and skills during the school year. Extracurricular activities provide a range of benefits to participants almost as limitless as the slate of options

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Cattle Trails Wheat and Stocker Conference set for Aug. 1 in Lawton

Wed, Jul 26, 2017

LAWTON, Okla. – Wheat and cattle producers with operations in Oklahoma and the rolling plains of Texas who are looking to take best advantage of current stocker cattle options should register now to attend the Aug. 1 Cattle Trails Wheat and

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‘Waxy cotton’ on plants may indicate presence of pest

Tue, Jul 25, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Homeowners and gardening enthusiasts who have noticed white, cottony masses covering stems of ornamental and vegetable plants should not be hitting the panic button.

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Understanding the effects of global beef trade on the U.S. beef industry

Tue, Jul 25, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – There is an old and very true adage about beef trade: What goes on over there has an effect on what goes on over here.

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‘Clock management’ a key part of determining whether or not to grow dual-purpose wheat for grazing

Tue, Jul 25, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Tick. Tick. Tick. The time is fast approaching when Oklahoma wheat producers will need to determine whether or not to grow dual-purpose wheat for grazing.

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Safely walking and riding a bicycle to school

Fri, Jul 21, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – When school begins this fall, many Oklahoma students will arrive by bus or car, while others will walk or ride bicycles, and that means keeping some important safety precautions in mind.

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Fall Market Gardening School to take place in Ardmore

Fri, Jul 21, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – In an effort to provide fresh market producers with the most up-to-date information on management, production and marketing techniques, Oklahoma State University is teaming up with the Noble Research Institute to host the fall

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