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Spontaneous combustion a possibility with wet hay

Fri, Sep 04, 2020

Excessive moisture is actually the most common cause of fire in hay bales and stacks.

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Free environmental law enforcement training available

Thu, Sep 03, 2020

Free seminar offered for environmental law enforcement.

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Be vigilant for pecan weevil emergence

Wed, Sep 02, 2020

Pecan weevils cause two primary types of damage, depending on the stage of fruit development when the pests are active.

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COVID-19 pandemic heightens stress levels

Tue, Sep 01, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic brings added stress for families.

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Landscaping for horses requires thoughtful planning

Thu, Aug 27, 2020

Appearance, functionality and animal safety are important factors for horse owners to consider as they change the trees and other plants in an equine’s environment.

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Boy Scouts work on merit badge at OSU’s Insect Adventure

Tue, Aug 25, 2020

Insect Adventure has long been providing benefits to youth educational programming.

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OSU Extension specialist receives prestigious award

Tue, Aug 25, 2020

Hailin Zhang, OSU Extension specialist and Regents Professor, has received the Southern Region Excellence in Extension Award.

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Producers should follow recommended veterinary practices for dehorning cattle

Thu, Aug 20, 2020

A successful plan involves a written protocol, knowledgeable and skilled personnel and ways to minimize stress and promote healing.

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Prepare a calving kit before fall calving season begins

Tue, Aug 18, 2020

Producers should talk with local veterinarians about the plan and incorporate their suggestions.

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OSU’s Whitacre named to new Oklahoma internet accessibility council

Tue, Aug 18, 2020

Brian Whitacre is one of the nation’s leading researchers and outreach proponents on rural broadband accessibility and use.

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Recent CFAP changes affect Oklahoma agricultural producers

Fri, Aug 14, 2020

Qualifying producers wishing to take part in the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program have until Sept. 11 to apply, an extension of the date previously announced by USDA.

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Weaning dates set for Oklahoma Quality Beef Network fall sales

Fri, Aug 14, 2020

Participating cattle producers have experienced consistent premiums averaging $12.75 per hundredweight over the last nine years compared to non-preconditioned calves.

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