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Learn about pecan management at OSU course beginning March 8

Wed, Feb 03, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – If you have an interest in learning more about pecans and what it takes to grow them, mark your calendar for the 2016 Fundamentals of Pecan Management course offered by Oklahoma State University.

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Enrollment now open for OSU’s 2016 Grape Management course

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Although wheat is what most likely comes to mind when thinking of agricultural crops in Oklahoma, grapes have been making a name for themselves for the last several years.

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Upcoming civic forum marks start of regional economic development project

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – A civic forum aimed at encouraging the public’s input in the launch of a regional economic development initiative is set for February.

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Making waste products more powerful at OSU

Thu, Jan 28, 2016

STILLWATER, Okla. – Turning what is widely considered waste into valuable resources is a priority for Oklahoma State University’s BioBased Products and Energy Center.

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Oklahoma Irrigation Conference set for March 8 in Woodward

Tue, Jan 26, 2016

WOODWARD, Okla. – Southern Plains agricultural producers looking to get the most out of their water-use investment should register now to attend the March 8 Oklahoma Irrigation Conference in Woodward.

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Red River Crops Conference Jan. 20-21 in Altus, Oklahoma

Sat, Jan 02, 2016

ALTUS, Okla. – Oklahoma and Texas agricultural producers and others interested in learning the latest information about best crop production practices for the Red River region should register now to attend the Jan. 20-21 Red River Crops Conference in Altus.

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Financial resolutions for the New Year

Thu, Dec 17, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – The realm of New Year’s resolutions is limitless: Spend more time with the family. Lose weight. Read more. But, what about your money?

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Knowing your winter weather terms part of bracing for the cold season

Thu, Dec 17, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – As you shake, shiver, slip and slide through the winter months, reduce your exposure to cold-weather hazards by learning common weather terms and preparing ahead of possible storms or other emergencies.

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Older adults have special concerns during winter weather

Mon, Dec 14, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Parts of Oklahoma have already felt the wrath of winter during the ice storm a few weeks ago. While the cold, snowy and icy weather can be difficult to deal with, one set of the population has some special concerns, especially since Oklahomans are just at the beginning of the winter season.

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Shopping safely online

Thu, Dec 10, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is almost crunch time for consumers doing their holiday shopping online, especially if they want to avoid hassles such as overnight shipping charges or potentially late-arriving gifts.

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Newly revised OSU Beef Cattle Manual a great gift

Wed, Dec 09, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – Mooooove over, Christmas presents; the greatest gift for that special cattle producer might just be the newly revised Oklahoma State University Beef Cattle Manual.

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Consider pet’s needs when traveling this holiday season

Tue, Dec 08, 2015

STILLWATER, Okla. – If your holiday travel plans will take you over the river and through the woods, it is time to start making plans – especially if you plan to take along the furry, four-legged family members.

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