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History Hasn't Hurt Wheat

Thu, Dec 10, 2020

OSU researchers tackle concerns about gluten in modern diets

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FAPC predicts top food trends for 2021

Tue, Dec 08, 2020

It’s been a long 365 days filled with uncertainty and change. The one constant, however, was a continued love for both food and cooking across the nation. Oklahoma State University's Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center predicts the top food trends for 2021.

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Farm to You exhibit testing virtual pilot program

Mon, Dec 07, 2020

The exhibit is helping youngsters learn where their food comes from, nutrition, proper hygiene, physical activity and more.

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Edwards Recognized for Completion of Food Systems Leadership Institute

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

A leader among leaders, Jeff Edwards, professor and head of the OSU Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, recently completed the Food Systems Leadership Institute.

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Options still exist for Oklahoma pesticide applicators needing 2020 continuing education units

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Many of the scheduled meetings and conferences that typically provide CEU credit were cancelled this year because of the coronavirus.

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Yard work for the birds? Procrastination has its benefits

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Leaves and limbs in the landscape provide shelter for birds and other wildlife.

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Oklahoma Gardening TV show receives environmental award

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Oklahoma Gardening television show recognized by Keep Oklahoma Beautiful.

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Oklahoma State’s TAPS program lets farmers test drive new irrigation technologies

Wed, Dec 02, 2020

The TAPS program provides an expanded research framework where irrigation management treatments are based on producer experiences as well as those of scientists.

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Staying safe when riding ATVs

Mon, Nov 30, 2020

The Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program and Oklahoma Farm Bureau have launched a safety course to help children and families learn how to minimize risks associated with ATVs.

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Watch out for cattle eating oak leaves and acorns

Wed, Nov 25, 2020

The problem can be largely avoided by ensuring cattle have access to good grazing and supplemental feed.

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Dine in to celebrate family and consumer sciences

Tue, Nov 24, 2020

National FCS organization promotes Dine in Day on Dec. 3.

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Before the next freeze: buying and safety tips for generators

Fri, Nov 20, 2020

Tips for buying and using a generator.

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