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Weather threatening continued U.S. beef herd expansion

Apr 9, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – When it comes to America's beef herd expansion, success may come down to a Final Four of Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas.

Oklahoma canola field tours scheduled for April

Apr 7, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service is partnering with the Oklahoma Oilseed Commission to provide a series of canola field tours across the state in April.

Kids need fiber, too

Apr 4, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Most parents try hard to feed their children healthy meals. But, one crucial nutrient often left off the menu is fiber.

Extension recreating demonstration train whistle stop for centennial celebration

Apr 3, 2014

These days the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service (OCES) uses a blend of 21st century technology to help fulfill its mission of helping Oklahomans live the best lives possible. In addition to a strong social media presence, Extension's two

Oklahoma Mesonet to be featured at March 21 event in Oklahoma City

Mar 14, 2014

OKLAHOMA CITY – The many benefits provided by the Oklahoma Mesonet system will be showcased March 21 as part of the ongoing "Surviving the Elements: Land and Water Issues of the West" series at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum.

OSU Cooperative Extension celebrates 100 years of service with historic whistle stop reenactment

Mar 10, 2014

WELLSTON, Okla. – Oklahoma will experience a blast from the past with a modern twist April 12 with the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service’s Centennial Whistle Stop and Festival in Wellston.

Physical activity important for older adults with diabetes

Mar 10, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Anyone living with diabetes or at risk for it knows watching the waistline and staying active play a big role in proactively dealing with the disease. But, finding just the right balance between weight loss and exercise is

Don’t let pond issues become major problems

Mar 5, 2014

Managing ponds is a lot like doing laundry in the sense that if you do not keep up with it, you could be overwhelmed.

Is earthquake insurance for you?

Feb 26, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Most Oklahomans have insurance covering their homes and businesses in case tornadoes roar overhead. But, fewer are protected against damage to their property when the ground rumbles underfoot.

Rebuilding drought conditions threaten Oklahoma beef cow herd expansion

Feb 25, 2014

STILLWATER, Okla. – Although data indicate the rebuilding of Oklahoma's beef cow herd is happening, herd numbers are still down 10.5 percent from Jan. 1, 2011, meaning the process is only in the beginning stages.