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Safe water, food and medicine important after wildfire

STILLWATER, Okla. (April 20, 2018) – After a wildfire, the safety of water and food as well as medications are at the top of the priority list for affected families.
Safe water, food and medicine important after wildfire
Composting may be timely solution for disposal of dead livestock and large animals

Fri, Apr 1, 2016

ALVA, Okla. – Natural disasters such as the wildfires that struck Woods County recently highlight the need to act quickly to dispose of livestock and other large animal carcasses.

Ferguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesExtensionBiosystems and Agricultural EngineeringCattle
Cow-calf producers may find two-stage weaning process useful

Fri, Mar 25, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cattle producers with fall-calving herds who are contemplating upcoming weaning options may want to consider using a two-stage weaning process.

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Spring cleaning tips and tricks

Mon, Mar 21, 2016

Maintaining a clean and clutter-free space can be a chore, both literally and figuratively. But, it is an important one, and after months of hibernating against winter's chill, spring, with its warmer temperatures and budding trees, is the perfect

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OSU livestock economist says beef herd expansion not over yet

Tue, Mar 15, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Are cattle market price adjustments in late 2015 a signal that beef herd expansion is mostly finished? An Oklahoma State University agricultural economist doesn't think so.

Ferguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureAgricultural EconomicsExtensionCattle
Oklahoma Peanut EXPO set for March 24 in Altus

Mon, Mar 14, 2016

ALTUS, Okla. – Peanut growers interested in the latest research-based production and marketing information about their crop should plan now to attend the 2016 Peanut EXPO, taking place at the Western Oklahoma State College in Altus on March 24.

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Nutrition program helps Oklahomans get healthier

Thu, Mar 10, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Even as the nation celebrates National Nutrition Month in March, it is a well known fact the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle requires a daily commitment.

Ferguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureNutritionFamily and Consumer SciencesExtension
Are your bulls ready for breeding season?

Fri, Mar 4, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – The spring breeding season for cow-calf operations is less than two months away, meaning time is running out for producers who have not assessed their bull battery.

OSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureExtensionCattle
Maintaining good nutrition key part of replacement heifer management

Fri, Mar 4, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Breeding season for replacement heifers destined for a spring-calving herd will soon be here, emphasizing the need for producers to ensure proper nutritional management of the animals.

Ferguson College of AgricultureOSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesExtensionCattle
Feeder and fed cattle markets returning to ‘normal’

Fri, Mar 4, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Producers can be forgiven if they seem to be experiencing a case of déjà vu, as feeder and fed cattle prices are currently at about the same levels as in late 2013 after a 26-month rollercoaster ride in the markets.

OSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural EconomicsExtensionCattle
Planning is key to successfully meeting savings goals

Thu, Feb 18, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Is the lack of green in your pocket making you blue? Jump starting your savings can be a challenge, but it is not impossible.

OSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFamily and Personal FinancesExtension