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Below-average steer slaughter numbers for year rising late in 2018

Mon, Nov 12, 2018

Steer slaughter has averaged 51.6 percent of total cattle slaughter so far this year, down from 52.9 percent of total cattle slaughter in 2017.

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Calculation of livestock’s winter feed needs a must for cow-calf producers

Mon, Nov 12, 2018

Snowy weather has swept southward through the Great Plains, reminding cow-calf producers that winter hay feeding has come to Oklahoma, or soon will be.

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Corteva Agriscience recognized for its support of OSU Student Success Center

Mon, Nov 12, 2018

CASNR believes in the value of hands-on education and the importance of a well-rounded student experience, and – thanks in no small part to Corteva Agriscience’s support – the Student Success Center is able to fulfill its vital role in helping students get the most out of their collegiate experience.

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4-H Music Corps members expand on their talents

Wed, Nov 07, 2018

Members of the 4-H Music Corps spend time honing their skills at music camps in Georgia and Oklahoma.

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OSU researchers show it is possible to eat meat and remain ecofriendly

Tue, Nov 06, 2018

Recently published research by OSU agricultural economics experts showed an average household willing to spend just $20 annually on carbon offsets can achieve a carbon footprint similar to a vegetarian and continue eating conventionally raised beef.

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Flying Aggies Place Third at Regional Competition

Mon, Nov 05, 2018

The Oklahoma State University Flying Aggies Flight Team placed third in the National Intercollegiate Flying Association SAFECON Region VI Competition, held in Salina, Kansas, Oct. 13-17. The 15-member team competed in air and ground competitions and secured a place in the national competition this May in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Keep your pets safe during winter weather

Thu, Nov 01, 2018

With the onset of winter weather, take precautions to ensure the safety of your pets.

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Chute-side vaccine cooler a useful tool for cattle producers

Wed, Oct 31, 2018

Studies show respiratory disease in cattle – also known as BRD, shipping fever or pneumonia – may cost the U.S. cattle industry more than $2 billion annually.

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National Diabetes Month spotlights gestational diabetes

Wed, Oct 31, 2018

November is National Diabetes Month, marking an important opportunity to bring attention to this chronic condition and the ways it impacts people’s health and quality of life. Type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes are common forms of the disease.

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Fall home maintenance must-dos

Wed, Oct 31, 2018

Use fall Daylight Saving Time as a reminder to do routine, but important home maintenance activities.

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Agritourism Field Day slated Nov. 14 in Tuttle

Tue, Oct 30, 2018

Those interested in expanding their agribusiness are invited to take part in this informational field day.

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U.S. wheat prices mostly about Russia these days

Fri, Oct 26, 2018

Prices will improve, but not until export sales do, and that is dependent on when Russia runs out of wheat to sell.

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