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Cow-calf producers should watch for signs that may indicate presence of trichomoniasis

Fri, May 22, 2020

Dollars lost can be substantial by the time trichomoniasis is determined to be the cause behind a cow-calf enterprise’s reproductive challenges.

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OSU Extension offices take steps to reopen

Fri, May 22, 2020

Oklahoma State University Extension is moving through the next phase of reopening county offices to the public in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, officials said.

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OSU Extension soil sampling services as popular as ever, even during pandemic

Thu, May 21, 2020

Many Oklahomans in rural and urban settings rely on OSU Extension to take the guesswork out of their crop, pasture, gardening or lawncare needs.

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Prioritize bills during times of financial stress

Thu, May 21, 2020

When faced with reduced income, it is important to prioritize household bills.

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Registration open for CFAP webinars answering key questions about agricultural assistance program

Wed, May 20, 2020

Jointly hosted by USDA's Farm Service Agency and OSU Extension, the May 26 webinars will give farmers and ranchers an opportunity to hear from experts and ask questions before contacting their FSA county office about enrollment.

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Oklahoma beef producers facing coronavirus disruptions head on

Wed, May 20, 2020

Meat plant closings, market disruptions and the slow recovery in cattle prices this spring – largely attributable to the coronavirus pandemic – have hit beef producers hard, with those in the Oklahoma Panhandle being among the most significantly affected.

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Oklahoma beef producers facing coronavirus disruptions head on

Wed, May 20, 2020

Meat plant closings, market disruptions and the slow recovery in cattle prices this spring – largely attributable to the coronavirus pandemic – have hit beef producers hard, with those in the Oklahoma Panhandle being among the most significantly affected.

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Tips to conserve water in the landscape

Tue, May 19, 2020

Conserving water in the landscape can help gardeners save money.

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Container garden is a great place to start for novice gardeners

Fri, May 15, 2020

Container and dish gardens are great options for beginning gardeners.

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Physical conditioning important for previously idle horses

Thu, May 14, 2020

Horses are equine athletes that must be properly conditioned to perform as needed. Too much exercise, too soon, can be detrimental to animal well-being.

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Fergusons' $50 million gift to OSU Agriculture is rooted in their desire to feed the world

Thu, May 14, 2020

Kayleen and Larry Fergusons’ historic $50 million gift leads to a new name and a brighter future for OSU agriculture.

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Larry and Kayleen Ferguson began their path together at OSU

Thu, May 14, 2020

Larry and Kayleen Ferguson met while students at OSU in the mid-1970s, believe in giving back to their alma mater and have supported many programs at OSU, including animal sciences and athletics.

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