Extension

Options still exist for Oklahoma pesticide applicators needing 2020 continuing education units

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Many of the scheduled meetings and conferences that typically provide CEU credit were cancelled this year because of the coronavirus.

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Yard work for the birds? Procrastination has its benefits

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Leaves and limbs in the landscape provide shelter for birds and other wildlife.

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Oklahoma Gardening TV show receives environmental award

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Oklahoma Gardening television show recognized by Keep Oklahoma Beautiful.

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Staying safe when riding ATVs

Mon, Nov 30, 2020

The Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development program and Oklahoma Farm Bureau have launched a safety course to help children and families learn how to minimize risks associated with ATVs.

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Watch out for cattle eating oak leaves and acorns

Wed, Nov 25, 2020

The problem can be largely avoided by ensuring cattle have access to good grazing and supplemental feed.

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Before the next freeze: buying and safety tips for generators

Fri, Nov 20, 2020

Tips for buying and using a generator.

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Wheat pasture valuable forage resource when managed properly

Wed, Nov 18, 2020

Livestock should not be turned out onto wheat pasture until the plants are about six inches tall and have become well-rooted.

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Hikers: Be careful during deer hunting season

Tue, Nov 17, 2020

Hikers should be extra cautious when hiking during hunting season.

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Frozen foods require safe handling and cooking practices

Fri, Nov 13, 2020

Frozen foods must follow safe food handling and cooking practices.

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Difficult calving may require help

Thu, Nov 12, 2020

Difficult calving can have long-term health implications – potentially even be fatal – for a calf and its mom, Oklahoma State University Extension specialists said.

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Oklahoma State’s Lambert named 2020 Whatley Award recipient

Thu, Nov 12, 2020

Initiated in 1982, the award recognizes outstanding research contributions to the advancement of agricultural sciences.

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Oklahoma wheat ‘ugly’ but weathers recent freezing rain fine

Tue, Nov 10, 2020

With only cosmetic damage incurred, wheat producers were mostly just elated to have some much-needed precipitation.

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