Extension

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.

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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.

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OSU hosting annual Rural Economic Outlook Conference Nov. 1

Wed, Oct 02, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agribusiness leaders interested in gaining insight into the latest industry trends should register now for the 2013 Rural Economic Outlook Conference next month on Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus.

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Register now for the 2013 Master Cattleman Summit

Wed, Sep 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cattle producers interested in improving the profitability and sustainability of their ranches are encouraged to register now for the 2013 Master Cattleman Summit at Oklahoma State University’s Stillwater campus next month.

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Stillwater taking lead in wildfire precaution

Wed, Sep 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Stillwater is a bit of a pioneer in becoming the largest city in the state to receive a FIREWISE designation.

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Hunters provide necessary deer management in Oklahoma

Wed, Sep 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Food plots are planted and trail cameras are mounted. Many hunting enthusiasts in Oklahoma are gearing up for deer season.

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Oklahoma counties SET to take part in national economic development initiative

Wed, Sep 25, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Two regions in Oklahoma were chosen for SET – “Stronger Economies Together,” a national partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development and the Cooperative Extension Service.

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Cutting board sanitation helps ensure food safety

Thu, Sep 19, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – When it comes to food safety in the kitchen, most people know to wash their hands, keep counters clean and wash utensils in hot, soapy water.

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Deer management workshop scheduled in Norman

Mon, Sep 16, 2013

STILLWATER, Okla. – Summer is winding down, which means Oklahoma hunters are heating up for deer season.

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