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World Food Day addresses hunger and nourishment

Thu, Oct 10, 2019

Slated annually on Oct. 16, World Food Day is a way to bring light to food insecurity, hunger and nourishment, all of which are issues faced by millions around the world.

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Register now to attend Nov. 1 OSU Crop Insurance Workshop in Enid

Wed, Oct 09, 2019

The workshop is part of a multi-state Cooperative Extension effort being conducted in Colorado, Nebraska, Kansas and Oklahoma.

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Register now to attend Oct. 25 OSU Beef Industry Conference and companion field day

Fri, Oct 04, 2019

Participants can hear cutting-edge information from and interact with leading experts from across the country, all in a single setting.

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4-H’ers learning about gardening and more in Pottawatomie County

Thu, Oct 03, 2019

Members of the South Rock Creek School 4-H Club are learning about gardening and more thanks to the dedication of their club leader.

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OSU agriculture and natural resource researchers playing key role in $10 million study

Thu, Oct 03, 2019

Oklahoma State University scientists are teaming up with peer researchers at Kansas State University and USDA-Agricultural Research Service in El Reno to enhance cropping systems in the southern Great Plains.

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Beverage recommendations for children ages 5 and under

Mon, Sep 30, 2019

Leading medical and nutrition organization have developed new, comprehensive recommendations for beverage consumption for children ages 5 and younger.

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Mineral feeding protocols key for beef cows on lush forage this fall and winter

Fri, Sep 27, 2019

Grass tetany, caused by magnesium deficiency, typically is not a major problem in Oklahoma. However, occasional cases are reported, typically in beef cows during early lactation, with the issue being more prevalent in older cows.

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First decrease in cattle feedlot inventories reported in 33 months

Fri, Sep 27, 2019

A larger than projected decrease in August cattle placements pulled U.S. feedlot inventories lower than expected, coming in at 10.98 million head, down 1.3 percent from one year ago.

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Registration open for annual 4-H charity golf tournament

Thu, Sep 26, 2019

Golfers interested in participating in the 22nd Annual Clover Classic Golf Tournament can register now.

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Response deadline looms for custom rates survey sent to Oklahoma agricultural producers

Thu, Sep 26, 2019

Producers are encouraged to respond by Oct. 11.

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Food safety tips to tackle tailgates

Tue, Sep 24, 2019

Football season is well underway, and many fans are counting down until their next tailgate to cheer on their favorite teams. The Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center recommends food safety tips to help tailgaters ensure they have a fun and safe football season.

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Growing demand in China dominates global beef trade

Thu, Sep 19, 2019

Projections for 2019 show China importing 18.7 percent of global beef imports along with another 6.1 percent of imports into Hong Kong.

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