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OSU Extension Leadership Academy graduates gain tools to impact communities

Tue, Nov 12, 2024

The leadership development opportunity is open to OSU Extension county educators, district/area specialists and Community Nutrition Education Program coordinators.

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Apply now to Oklahoma Beef Quality Network for certified sales this fall

Thu, Aug 22, 2024

Enrollment for the OQBN value-added program is open to cattle producers across the state.

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OSU Extension offers proven methods for homesteaders

Wed, May 22, 2024

From baking bread to growing a garden, homesteaders can turn to OSU Extension for research-based, accurate information.

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OSU developing AI chatbot to answer local Extension questions

Thu, May 02, 2024

A new chatbot tool will answer questions with information from cooperative Extension systems nationwide.

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Emergency cattle nutrition strategies after a wildfire

Fri, Mar 01, 2024

OSU Extension specialists discuss the nutrition strategies that will help cattle maintain weight after forage and pastureland are lost in wildfires.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Caring for calves in cold weather

Fri, Feb 02, 2024

When the weather becomes severe, calving becomes much more challenging. Although, both hot and cold weather can impact a calf’s ability to thermoregulate, calves born in extreme cold quickly utilize all body fat reserves, putting them at risk. Exposure to wind can exacerbate cold temperatures. Preparing in advance of inclement weather can lead to improved calf survival.

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Two decades of Cow-Calf Corner draws worldwide readership

Tue, Jan 09, 2024

The Cow-Calf Corner newsletter from OSU Extension specialists has been the world standard in beef management and market analysis.

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Veterinary Viewpoints: Calf 911-resuscitation basics

Tue, Jan 02, 2024

Calf resuscitation refers to the process of reviving a newborn calf that is experiencing difficulty breathing or is unresponsive after birth. It is a critical procedure that aims to provide the calf with immediate care to improve chances of survival.

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Backyard flock owners on high alert for avian influenza

Fri, Nov 03, 2023

Avian influenza cases have been reported in Carter, Wagoner and Grady counties.

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Canines and Kids: A guide to preparing your dog for the new baby

Tue, Oct 31, 2023

Bringing home a new baby comes with a lot of changes and can certainly be nerve-wracking for new parents. Add canine companions into the mix and there can be a lot of concerns. New parents can set themselves up for success by using these tips to prepare.

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Prussic acid toxicity threatens livestock in extreme weather

Wed, Sep 13, 2023

Rainfall after a flash drought has heightened the threat of prussic acid toxicity in the Johnsongrass cattle often eat.

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Late summer forage quality a factor in protein supplementation

Wed, Sep 06, 2023

OSU Extension beef cattle specialist Dave Lalman discusses how producers should provide extra protein sources for their cattle when fall forage begins to lose its nutritional value.

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