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May 17, 2013 Taking technology to the wheat fields

STILLWATER, Okla. – Agriculture is more than keeping up with the times of technology. Smartphones have become a part of everyday life for most Americans, and a new tool is keeping wheat producers on the up and up.

May 16, 2013 Tips for guarding against heat stress in horses

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma temperatures will be soaring upwards soon and that can be quite a shock for horses, especially given how Old Man Winter hung on until recent weeks.

May 15, 2013 Applications available for rural development program

STILLWATER, Okla. – County and community leaders in Oklahoma are invited to apply now for the Stronger Economics Together (SET) program, a national initiative that could have a big impact across the state.

May 14, 2013 Producers should guard against heat stress in cattle

STILLWATER, Okla. – Old Man Winter held on longer than usual this year, but now summertime temperatures are taking hold, providing ample reason for cattle producers to guard against heat stress in their herds.

May 13, 2013 Poor forage conditions a challenge for U.S. beef industry

STILLWATER, Okla. – Early May provided the first look at forage conditions facing the beef cattle industry in 2013, and the news was not good.

May 13, 2013 Snagging the interest of Oklahoma anglers

STILLWATER, Okla. – It looks like a dinosaur. It has the body composition of a shark. Its nose is about a third the length of its body. And, it will give you the fight of your life.

May 13, 2013 NFL’s Washington Redskins installing OSU developed turfgrass on home field

STILLWATER, Okla. – When the NFL’s Washington Redskins open their home season this fall, they will do so on a new playing surface sodded with an award-winning turf bermudagrass created by researchers at Oklahoma State University.

May 10, 2013 Horticulture workshop to focus on environmental stewardship

STILLWATER, Okla. – Consumers who have a passion for their landscapes and related gardening matters should make plans to attend the Current Challenges in Horticulture and Landscape Architecture workshop slated June 4 at Oklahoma State University.

May 10, 2013 Area researchers receive USDA grant to develop solutions to beef cattle concerns

STILLWATER, Okla. – A team of Southern Great Plains scientists and educators will receive $9.6 million over five years to improve understanding of the vulnerability and resilience of beef production in an environment of increased climate variability, dynamic land-use and fluctuating markets.

May 09, 2013 Prescribed burning in growing season training scheduled

STILLWATER, Okla. – It might sound crazy, but prescribed burning during the summer months is just as, if not more, effective than the traditional spring burns.

May 08, 2013 Kids seeing parents making healthy eating choices helps them do the same

STILLWATER, Okla. – Dining in more than you dine out is easier on the waistline, not to mention the wallet. But when special occasions roll around or schedules get too hectic, is it possible for the family to eat out and stick to those healthy habits you all worked so hard to instill?

May 08, 2013 Use a tape measure to help clean up the clutter

STILLWATER, Okla. – When you are ready to tackle cleaning the house, along with your broom and mop, be sure to grab a tape measure, too.

May 08, 2013 Memorial Day weekend to play key role in beef demand

STILLWATER, Okla. – Extended cold weather, abundant supplies of competing meats, high gas prices and increased payroll taxes have all played a part in limiting beef demand this spring; however, several of those factors have now changed.

May 07, 2013 Two environmental law enforcement officer trainings slated

STILLWATER, Okla. – If you take a drive down the back roads of Oklahoma, it is likely you will find an illegal dump site. While they are unsightly, illegal, and can cause damage to the environment, they are also unattractive and could possibly diminish property values.

May 07, 2013 Plan a family evening of fun at The Botanic Garden at OSU May 10

STILLWATER, Okla. – The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University will celebrate National Public Garden Day (NPGD) May 10.

May 03, 2013 Eastern Redcedar Landowner Workshop slated May 18

STILLWATER, Okla. – Eastern redcedar trees are everywhere in Oklahoma. Left uncontrolled, the species can quickly take over.

May 02, 2013 Garden ambassadors recognized for 20 years of volunteering

STILLWATER, Okla. – They were part of the inaugural class of ambassadors at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University back in 1992. Recently this trio of ambassadors was recognized for their combined 60 years of dedication to the program.

May 02, 2013 With prepaid debit card use on the rise, it pays to know ins and outs

Credit or debit? Before you answer, consider a third option gaining popularity – prepaid or preloaded debit cards.

May 01, 2013 Workshop geared to inform on small-scale crop production

STILLWATER, Okla. – Those interested in taking advantage of crops that can be grown commercially, but do not require hundreds of acres, can register for the second of a two-part series sponsored by USDA’s Risk Management Agency and Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension.

May 01, 2013 Herbicides can help with pond management, but be careful

STILLWATER, Okla. – Ponds that are overgrown with pond weeds are not only unsightly, but also very difficult to fish or even enjoy a cool summer swim