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Fighting food insecurity during the holidays

Fri, Nov 12, 2021

Not everyone can enjoy a big Thanksgiving dinner,. 4-H’ers across the state are trying to help with food drives for community food banks and pantries. You can help, too.

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No surprises with 2021 Oklahoma cotton harvest

Thu, Nov 11, 2021

Summertime weather conditions that started dry but got a much-needed boost from abundant July rainfall helped southwestern Oklahoma’s cotton crop recover nicely in time for fall harvest.

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How to transition potted plants indoors for winter

Wed, Nov 10, 2021

Plants that have spent the summer on the patio should be slowly acclimated to indoor temperatures and lighting.

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Small communities seek resources to improve water infrastructure

Thu, Nov 04, 2021

The Oklahoma Water Resources Center at Oklahoma State University aims to address the challenges small communities face in updating their water and wastewater systems.

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Tips homeowners can use to prep landscapes for winter

Wed, Oct 27, 2021

Winter landscape tips for homeowners.

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Cracking the case on rural well water

Wed, Oct 20, 2021

Rural residents who rely on private well systems should regularly test their water for harmful materials or contaminants.

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OSU receives $2.6 million grant to study regenerative agriculture

Tue, Oct 19, 2021

Oklahoma State University has received more than $2.6 million to research ways to improve agricultural production while reducing environmental impacts. OSU researchers will work closely with Texas A&M AgriLife Research at Texas A&M University and other universities in the region on a five-year project funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture.

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OSU scientists develop new test for anaplasmosis in livestock

Wed, Oct 06, 2021

Scientists and researchers in OSU Agriculture have developed an inexpensive screening test for anaplasmosis in cattle.

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Water 101: Understanding Oklahoma’s rural water systems

Tue, Oct 05, 2021

Rural water districts populate the Oklahoma landscape serving thousands, but the public utility is not available to all rural residents. State officials explain Oklahoma's rural water service and related systems.

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Basic rules for planting wheat this fall

Mon, Oct 04, 2021

There is always risk involved when planting wheat in dry conditions.

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Unwanted pesticide disposal set for Blackwell and Guymon

Fri, Oct 01, 2021

Two unwanted pesticide disposal days will take place in Blackwell and Guymon.

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Take a proactive approach to wildfire season

Wed, Sep 29, 2021

The wildfire season begins in November, but OSU Extension specialists say a deadly and destructive wildfire can sweep through Oklahoma's prairie any time of the year.

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