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Fall armyworms a devastating pest for many Oklahomans

Fri, Sep 01, 2017

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – It was bad news for Dewey producer Frank Indo, who lost 14 acres of alfalfa almost overnight to a pest Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension agricultural educators and specialists have been strongly warning the public about since last year: fall armyworms.

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Snap, click and 4-H wins in county fair social media contest

Fri, Sep 01, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma 4-H’ers have a chance to win $1,500 in a snap … of a picture, that is.

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Fail to prepare for deer season, and prepare to fail

Wed, Aug 30, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – For deer hunters across the state and beyond, now is not the time to sit around and do nothing. Yea, it’s hot, and it’s true hunting season isn’t for a couple more months. But, now is the time to get ready.

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The Italian Connection

Tue, Aug 22, 2017

Dr. Leon Spicer, professor of reproductive physiology in the Department of Animal Science at Oklahoma State University (OSU), has been collaborating with Dr. Francesca Caloni, an expert in veterinary toxicology from the Department of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Milan since 2004. This collaboration has led to six Italian visiting scholars coming to OSU to train in Dr. Spicer’s research laboratory over the past 13 years.

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OSU faculty and friends tour NW Oklahoma

Thu, Aug 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma State University College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources alumni and faculty set out with Guymon, Oklahoma, as their destination for the annual Ag Access Tour.

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Veenstra welcomed as new Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering department head at OSU

Thu, Aug 17, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It has been nearly four decades since John Veenstra joined the Oklahoma State University family. Over the years he has become a staple within the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

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Take care not to damage eyes during must-see solar eclipse

Wed, Aug 16, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Scientists and science geeks alike agree the upcoming total solar eclipse is must-see viewing, but watching all the action go down is not without danger.

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Distinguished Alumni and Champions selected by OSU’s Division of Agriculture

Tue, Aug 15, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is dedicated to making available science-based information relevant to improving the quality of life for the people of Oklahoma.

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A fresh approach to fighting hunger

Thu, Aug 10, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Jeff Marlow can tell you 100 different ways to repurpose that rotisserie chicken you picked up at the local grocery store. A unique skill, it’s one he calls on frequently in his role as executive chef at the Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.

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Co-parenting class helps show dads the importance of reading to kids

Wed, Aug 09, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – What happens when you combine some children’s books with helpful, research-based information and put it all in a fun, handmade book bag made from a recycled t-shirt? Some fathers in Garfield County know the answer, thanks to the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service and F.R.E.D., which means Fathers Reading Every Day.

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OSU alumna and Extension economist Damona Doye awarded her profession’s highest honor

Wed, Aug 02, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is widely considered the most prestigious official honor in academia, to be recognized for one’s lifetime achievement by being named a Fellow by one’s professional organization.

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Lonerider completes trio of 2017 OSU wheat releases

Wed, Aug 02, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – With planting season fast approaching, wheat producers now have one more variety to consider as Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources released Lonerider.

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