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Mastering New Perspectives: Graduate students assist in winning ways

Tue, May 28, 2024

The Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture is home to dozens of national titles and championships earned by Cowboys and Cowgirls who take competition seriously. Behind these achievements, coaches encourage students to do their best, including some coaches who are students themselves.

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From Barn to Boardroom: Oklahoma Pork Council executive director shares her journey to excellence

Tue, May 28, 2024

Nestled among the sweeping plains outside of Hudson, Colorado, lies a centennial farm, its roots planted in the spirit of entrepreneurship. This cherished farm holds a special place in the heart of Oklahoma Pork Council executive director, Kylee Deniz.

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Researching Below the Wheat: OSU researchers work to advance soil fertility in wheat production

Tue, May 28, 2024

By 2050, farmers and ranchers will be responsible for feeding almost 10 billion people, according to the United Nations.

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Got Pecans?: FAPC researchers work to develop pecan-based products

Tue, May 28, 2024

What do milk, ice cream, yogurt and butter have in common? Although dairy might be your first guess, the answer is pecans. Food scientists in the Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center at Oklahoma State University are developing these pecan-based products as a new alternative to traditional dairy products.

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Cultivating Culture: Ferguson students expand their knowledge through an Ireland and Scotland study-abroad course

Tue, May 28, 2024

From lush green hills in Ireland to the rocky roads of Scotland, Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture students extended their agricultural education far beyond the classrooms of Agricultural Hall through a summer study-abroad course.

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Promoting the Prairie: OSU faculty members educate about woody plant encroachment

Tue, May 28, 2024

Researchers and faculty at Texas A&M University, the University of Nebraska and Oklahoma State University are collaborating on The Prairie Project to share current research about methods to reduce woody plant encroachment affecting the Great Plains.

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The Twinning Edge: Hering twins pursue an education for the family business

Tue, May 28, 2024

In the heartland of Oklahoma, Josh and Logan Hering, identical twin brothers, carry on a tradition of innovation within the meat industry.

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Sweet Success: Researchers Tap into Oklahoma Maple Syrup Production

Tue, May 28, 2024

A team of scientists are rewriting the narrative of maple syrup production — not in Vermont or Quebec — but in Oklahoma. The potential of its native maples is about to be revealed.

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Love Beyond Loss: Presnals' story transcends tragedy and supports OSU

Tue, May 28, 2024

An unexpected loss and a weary heart were not enough to keep a widowed father of two young children from fighting for hope and happiness for his family.

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Headway for Headspace: OSU Extension educator teaches youth about healthy coping skills

Tue, May 28, 2024

Kuss serves as an OSU Extension specialist and 4-H educator, teaching mental health-related workshops to fellow OSU Extension educators, adult volunteers and 4-H’ers.

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Speaking for a Better Oklahoma: Agribusiness alumnus serves as Speaker Pro Tempore in Oklahoma Legislature

Tue, May 28, 2024

Kyle Hilbert slid a white pin across the table. Alongside his name appear the words “passion, integrity, progress.” In 2017, Hilbert took these same principles with him to the Oklahoma Legislature.

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Beyond The Bricks: Unveiling the past and future of Agricultural Hall

Tue, May 28, 2024

Brick walls, weathered by the years, echo whispers of stories from the past. From its humble beginnings to its current state, Agricultural Hall will continue to stand on the southwest corner of Monroe Street and Farm Road on the Oklahoma State University campus.

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