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Tahoma 31 carries on OSU turfgrass legacy

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

OSU's latest turfgrass developed by faculty, staff and students in Ag Research is one of the most cold-tolerant and drought resistant Bermuda varieties on the commercial market.

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Hopping toward Food Safety this Easter

Thu, Mar 25, 2021

With the Easter holiday quickly approaching, individuals are likely looking forward to sweet treats, warmer weather and time spent with loved ones. As always, the Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center reminds families to take a few precautions to help ensure food safety during festive gatherings.

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Cattle producers should know signs of foot rot in livestock

Tue, Mar 23, 2021

Foot rot is a painful condition that can become chronic if treatment is not provided promptly.

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Food, fun, 4-H program gets kids in the kitchen

Fri, Mar 19, 2021

Food, Fun, 4-H is a great way to help kids develop their kitchen skills.

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Preparation helps foaling go smoother for both mares and horse managers

Thu, Mar 18, 2021

Complications during the foaling process are always an emergency. Horse managers should develop a working relationship with the attending veterinarian well before foaling.

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Premier Oklahoma peanut educational event going virtual on March 25

Thu, Mar 18, 2021

Participants will receive the latest research-based information on variety selection, crop management, marketing strategies and an overall industry outlook.

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Effects of deep freeze on landscape plants

Thu, Mar 18, 2021

How did February's deep freeze affect landscape plants?

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Virtual Research Symposium to highlight student/faculty research and natural curing meats

Tue, Mar 16, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center Research Symposium is going virtual. Sponsored by the Institute of Food Technologists-Oklahoma section, Stillwater Centennial Rotary Club and Oklahoma Association for Food Protection, the Virtual Research Symposium will be held via Zoom April 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will feature student and faculty oral presentations and a keynote presentation about natural curing meats.

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A backwards calf will need assistance at birth

Tue, Mar 16, 2021

A cow that is in early labor a long time or one that fails to progress to hard straining may be signaling that the calf is positioned wrong,

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Women in agriculture gaining recognition long deserved

Tue, Mar 16, 2021

Based on the latest Census of Agriculture and organizational hierarchy charts throughout the industry, it might seem as though women have been stepping into more ag leadership roles in recent years. But they’ve been there all along, from farm to board room.

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OSU Alumni Association announces 2020 - 21 Outstanding Seniors

Fri, Mar 12, 2021

The Outstanding Seniors award recognizes seniors who show excellence through academic achievement; campus and community involvement; academic, athletic or extracurricular honors or awards; scholarships; and work ethic during their time at OSU.

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OSU Rodeo Team kicks off spring season

Tue, Mar 09, 2021

The Oklahoma State University Rodeo Team has been hard at work preparing for this spring’s competitive season that kicked off last week. As fall rodeos moved to the spring, the team has been utilizing the extra time in between seasons to focus on academics and improving their skills in the arena.

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