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Beetles enjoying a buffet of saltcedar in Oklahoma

Tue, Nov 12, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – It has been a hard days night, and they have been working like a dog. Saltcedar beetles may be the new rock stars for property owners in Oklahoma.

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Calculating winter feed costs for cows

Mon, Nov 11, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cow-calf producers calculating likely winter feed costs need to take into account the importance of estimating forage usage by cows.

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New FDA ruling will help ID gluten-free foods

Mon, Nov 11, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – It is hard to miss all the products lining grocery store shelves proclaiming to be “gluten-free.” Have you ever wondered about the accuracy of those claims?

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Gluten-free diets not for everyone

Mon, Nov 11, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – With the rising popularity of gluten-free diets and the wide variety of products catering to the lifestyle, it might make you wonder if you are missing out on something important.

OSU AgricultureAgricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesFerguson College of AgricultureNutritionFamily and Consumer SciencesExtensionOutreach and Engagement

Daily water use of redcedars

Thu, Nov 07, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The sneeze-causing, water-guzzling, fire hazard eastern redcedar is no stranger to Oklahoma.

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Managing kids’ screen time is important

Wed, Nov 06, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – The rise of new media requires new rules for monitoring kids’ screen time.

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Battle against foodborne illness starts at the store

Wed, Nov 06, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – With the holidays fast approaching, veteran and rookie cooks alike will be dashing into the kitchen to create special family meals. But, no matter the time of year, observing some basic precautions can prevent foodborne illnesses well before you turn on the oven.

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OSU Extension small grains specialist receives national award

Thu, Oct 31, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – He has brought in more than $4.5 million in external funding to Oklahoma State University. He has published one book chapter, 40 refereed journal articles and 82 fact sheets or similar Extension materials.

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Spiders are not all bad

Tue, Oct 29, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Yes, they have four times as many legs as humans, and for a few weeks each year, they might be used to wring screams of terror from unsuspecting victims, but the truth is spiders are mostly peace loving friends of the environment.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureExtensionOutreach and Engagement

Safety issues to consider when hunting

Tue, Oct 22, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma hunters have been checking their trail cameras, climbing into their blinds and slinging arrows at deer since archery season began Oct. 1.

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Registration deadline upcoming for Nov. 1 Rural Economic Outlook Conference

Mon, Oct 21, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agribusiness leaders interested in gaining insight into the latest industry trends should plan to attend the 2013 Rural Economic Outlook Conference Nov. 1 on Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus.

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Unwanted pesticide disposal sites for November set in Wilburton, Kingfisher

Wed, Oct 16, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma agricultural producers, commercial and noncommercial applicators, as well as pesticide dealers, can get rid of unwanted pesticides in two different locations in November, thanks to the Oklahoma Unwanted Pesticide Disposal Program.

Agricultural Sciences and Natural ResourcesOSU AgricultureFerguson College of AgricultureConsumer SafetyExtensionOutreach and Engagement