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Why are migratory bird populations declining? OSU researchers seek answers

OSU researchers investigate why migratory bird populations are declining and how species-focused conservation can help protect them.
Why are migratory bird populations declining? OSU researchers seek answers
Oklahoma Irrigation Conference set for March 8 in Weatherford

Fri, Dec 15, 2017

WEATHERFORD, Oklahoma – Southern Plains agricultural producers looking to get the most out of their water-use investment should register now to attend the March 8 Oklahoma Irrigation Conference in Weatherford.

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January report to verify suspicions about U.S. beef cow herd inventory

Fri, Dec 15, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – The annual U.S. cattle inventory numbers in the January report are eagerly anticipated, not only to confirm what happened to the nation's beef cow herd in 2017 but for indications of what lies ahead in 2018.

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OSU rolls out mobile Grain Bin Safety trailer

Thu, Dec 14, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is a typical day on the farm and a local farmer is rushing to get everything checked off his list when the grain stops flowing from the storage bin. Like many times before, he hops in to break up any big clumps clogging up

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DASNR represented at University Awards Convocation

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University recognized the achievements of faculty, staff and administrators recently during the University Awards Convocation at the OSU ConocoPhillips Alumni Center.

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Environmental team, Schnelle recognized by state of Texas

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Mike Schnelle, Charles and Linda Shackelford Endowed Professor of Floriculture in Oklahoma State University's Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, is part of a team that was recently named a finalist for the

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Red River Crops Conference Jan. 17-18 in Altus

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

ALTUS, Oklahoma – Agricultural producers and others interested in learning the latest information about best crop production practices for southwestern Oklahoma and the Texas Rolling Plains should register now to attend the Jan. 17-18 Red River

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Oklahoma 4-H receives scholarship

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma 4-H has been selected as a recipient of a $6,000 scholarship to support sending teams to the National Youth Summit on Healthy Living. Oklahoma 4-H will utilize the funds to send its newly selected State 4-H Healthy

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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.

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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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