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Oklahoma Mesonet documentary airing on OETA showcases the gold standard of weather monitoring

Mon, Apr 29, 2019

OETA will broadcast the OSU-produced program at 9:30 p.m. on May 3, at 6:30 a.m. on May 4 and at 7:30 p.m. on May 9.

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Oklahoma State offers agricultural leadership degree that can be completed online

Thu, Apr 25, 2019

Students who have completed an associate degree in agriculture can complete their bachelor's degree online.

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State meteorologist calls Oklahoma Mesonet ‘a forecaster’s dream’

Wed, Apr 24, 2019

A system of 120 stations with at least one in every county, the network was designed and implemented by cooperating scientists at Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma, with the two universities continuing to provide valuable subject-matter expertise to this day.

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OSU undergraduate presenting research at global event

Fri, Apr 19, 2019

Oklahoma State University environmental science major Rainee DeRoin loves all things water. For the past two years the 21-year-old junior has monitored seven small watersheds — including lands that have eastern redcedar, prairie and switchgrass — at OSU’s 1,820-acre Cross Timbers Experimental Range southwest of Stillwater as part of a long-running research study.

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Oklahoma State Ranch Tour slated in Northwest Oklahoma

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

The Oklahoma State Ranch Tour, slated June 5-6, will showcase some of the most progressive ranches in Northwest Oklahoma.

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From scratch to market: Commercializing a food product

Tue, Apr 16, 2019

Your friends tell you your salsa is the best they ever tasted. Your mother has been serving her “world’s best” homemade jelly for years. Your grandmother’s pasta sauce is the hit of every family gathering. You think about selling your food product, but you don’t know where to begin. Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center, a part of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, has experts who specialize in helping entrepreneurs commercialize homemade recipes.

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‘Egg’cellent food safety tips for spring festivities

Tue, Apr 16, 2019

Warmer weather, egg hunts and sweet candy treats are festive spring traditions that bring loved ones together around the table to enjoy family meals. Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center wants to make sure you keep food safety in mind when preparing meals for festive spring get-togethers.

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Oklahoma Mesonet’s agricultural services provide needed information in real time

Tue, Apr 16, 2019

The Oklahoma Mesonet allows state agricultural producers to get a peek at the future before it arrives, and use of that awareness can enhance their livestock’s well-being and business’ bottom line.

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Making room for this season’s garden harvest

Tue, Apr 16, 2019

Canning excess garden harvest can provide garden-fresh flavors on your dinner table all year long.

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Conference to focus on sustainable water management practices

Wed, Apr 10, 2019

The Southern Region Water Conference will focus on optimizing water use and protecting water quality.

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April is Made in Oklahoma Month - MIO Day at OSU slated for April 26

Wed, Apr 10, 2019

April is Made in Oklahoma Month, and Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center is encouraging Oklahomans to celebrate by supporting local food companies.

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Alva’s Cathy Mapes named 2019 CASNR outstanding freshman

Wed, Apr 03, 2019

Mapes is an animal science major and a 2017 graduate of Alva High School.

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