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Jun 19, 2013 A low-intensity, no-feed approach to water garden management

STILLWATER, Okla. – With proper planning and management, water gardens are relaxing and beautiful additions to any landscape.

Jun 19, 2013 Keep kids safe by locking up prescription meds

STILLWATER, Okla. – Medicines are designed to help, not harm. That means taking special care to ensure little ones do not have access to prescription and over-the-counter drugs that could sicken them.

Jun 19, 2013 Rolling out the unwelcome mat for pests

STILLWATER, Okla. – Although Oklahoma is finally getting some rain, it does not mean the drought is over. But it does mean pests are still seeking places to lodge, feed and drink. You can discourage those uninvited guests from making themselves at home in your house by making your space downright inhospitable.

Jun 19, 2013 Extension offers wealth of youth personal finance resources for the classroom

STILLWATER, Okla. – Reading and math are not the only subjects Oklahoma students are studying these days. They also are learning how to confidently handle their personal finances, and the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service is adding its two cents to this important effort.

Jun 19, 2013 Drop, take cover and hold on in case of an earthquake

STILLWATER, Okla. – When the ground starts rumbling under your feet, it can be unsettling, at the very least, or out right scary, depending on the strength of the tremors. But, knowing what to do can calm fears and boost your chances of remaining safe through the natural disaster, said Gina Peek, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension housing and consumer specialist.

Jun 17, 2013 American imports of Mexican cattle on the decline

STILLWATER, Okla. – Recent levels of cattle exports from Mexico into the United States are indicative of herd liquidation, likely resulting in diminished levels of Mexican cattle coming north of the border for several years.

Jun 14, 2013 Oklahoma Women in Agriculture and Small Business Conference set for Aug. 8-9

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – Oklahoma’s Statewide Women in Agriculture and Small Business Conference will take place Aug. 8-9 at the Moore-Norman Technology Center.

Jun 13, 2013 Website launched to promote sustainable rangeland management

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Rangelands Partnership recently launched a one-stop shop website for all things rangeland. Considering rangelands cover 70 percent of the world’s land area, and nearly that percentage for the United States, the information on the site is quite vast.

Jun 13, 2013 Keep safety in mind when enjoying summer weather with your pets

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma has experienced some seriously turbulent weather this spring, and it will not be long until the thermometer is reading triple digits.

Jun 13, 2013 Horses need special attention at shows

STILLWATER, Okla. – A dose of “good horse sense” by participants at summertime equine shows can help both animal and owner to excel while showing.

Jun 12, 2013 Oklahoma Gold and SuperGold cattle programs right on schedule

STILLWATER, Okla. – Drought conditions gave way to significant rainfall over much of Oklahoma and surrounding regions this spring, leading some producers to wonder whether or not they need to alter their Oklahoma Gold and SuperGold cattle feeding programs.

Jun 12, 2013 $20 million NSF award to enhance Oklahoma climate variability research

STILLWATER, Okla. – Scientists with Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (DASNR) will be working to advance understanding about how socio-ecological systems can adapt sustainably to climate variability.

Jun 12, 2013 Go green, be safe; rinse pesticide containers properly

STILLWATER, Okla. – “Keep it clean” is more than good advice for adults when speaking around children, it’s also a key point for adults to remember when disposing of pesticide containers.

Jun 11, 2013 Tips for efficient weaning of fall-born calves

STILLWATER, Okla. – Cattle producers weaning fall-born calves in mid to late June may want to employ fence-line weaning as a strategy to help reduce stress on the young animals.

Jun 10, 2013 Oklahoma State University sets royalty record

STILLWATER, Okla. – For the first time, royalties at Oklahoma State University topped $2 million in fiscal year 2012, with research related to agriculture accounting for three of the four leading moneymakers.

Jun 10, 2013 Forage production lagging in Oklahoma

STILLWATER, Okla. – Temperatures in Oklahoma are just now ramping up, and that has helped forage production to lag behind what is generally considered normal.

Jun 10, 2013 New OQBN program rolls out

STILLWATER, Okla. – A new Oklahoma Quality Beef Network (OQBN) program is aimed at helping producers with cattle from sources outside their ranches to certify the quality of their herds.

Jun 07, 2013 Tips and recommendations for post-storm tick protection

STILLWATER, Okla. – Recent severe storms that assaulted Oklahoma and the region can easily throw a few surprises toward residents and volunteers as cleanup activities progress, including the unexpected presence of ticks in some areas.

Jun 06, 2013 Keep floodwater mosquitoes from being a ‘severe nuisance’

STILLWATER, Okla. – Recent floods throughout Oklahoma and the region have resulted in mosquitoes literally “moving into the neighborhood” for parts of many communities.

Jun 06, 2013 Forest Landowner Workshop scheduled in Idabel

STILLWATER, Okla. – Forest landowners with questions about various programs and activities related to their property can get answers through a workshop in Idabel.