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Water 101: Understanding Oklahoma’s rural water systems

Tue, Oct 05, 2021

Rural water districts populate the Oklahoma landscape serving thousands, but the public utility is not available to all rural residents. State officials explain Oklahoma's rural water service and related systems.

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Basic rules for planting wheat this fall

Mon, Oct 04, 2021

There is always risk involved when planting wheat in dry conditions.

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Unwanted pesticide disposal set for Blackwell and Guymon

Fri, Oct 01, 2021

Two unwanted pesticide disposal days will take place in Blackwell and Guymon.

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Take a proactive approach to wildfire season

Wed, Sep 29, 2021

The wildfire season begins in November, but OSU Extension specialists say a deadly and destructive wildfire can sweep through Oklahoma's prairie any time of the year.

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OSU Extension’s CNEP helps families stretch food budget

Mon, Sep 27, 2021

OSU's CNEP will help families better manage SNAP benefits.

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OSU mum sale begins with tips for front porch decor

Thu, Sep 23, 2021

The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University is kicking off its annual mum sale. Director Lou Anella advises how to purchase mums for the front porch or the garden.

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Pecan field day scheduled Sept. 23 in Ada

Wed, Sep 15, 2021

Pecan producers will discuss the factors behind what’s expected to be a larger crop than last year at the upcoming pecan field day in Ada.

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Plant wildflower gardens in the fall

Thu, Sep 09, 2021

Fall is the time to plant wildflower gardens.

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Stein receives the Ferguson College of Agriculture Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Student Advising and Mentoring

Wed, Sep 08, 2021

Dan Stein is an associate professor in the Oklahoma State University Department of Animal and Food Sciences.

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Abit receives the Ferguson College of Agriculture Excellence in Teaching Award

Tue, Sep 07, 2021

Sergio Abit is an associate professor in the plant and soil sciences department.

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Test for nitrate toxicity in forage plants

Thu, Sep 02, 2021

Livestock producers need to continue to test their pastures for nitrate toxicity levels, even though they may have done so weeks ago and the results showed no reason for concern, said Oklahoma State University Extension experts.

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USDA names OSU alumnus Matlock senior advisor

Fri, Aug 27, 2021

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently named Oklahoma State University graduate Marty Matlock to a key position in the USDA’s Marketing and Regulatory Programs.

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