http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu Division News daily 1 2012-01-02T00:00:00Z http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/pet-obesity-is-on-the-rise STILLWATER, Okla. - There have been several stories in the news lately about the obesity problem in the United States. However, carrying around extra pounds is not limited to the human population. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-05-16T20:46:12Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/biopec-researchers-look-at-field-to-biofuels-models STILLWATER, Okla. – Francis Epplin, Jean and Patsy Neustadt Chair and professor in Oklahoma State University’s Department of Agricultural Economics, focuses his research on the economics of agricultural production and resource use. He and his team conduct economic analyses of alternative crop and livestock production systems, including the expected economics of dedicated energy crops. No publisher sean.hubbard@okstate.edu 2012-05-16T19:27:42Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/plan-a-family-day-of-fun-at-the-botanic-garden-at-osu-may-11 STILLWATER, Okla. – The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University will celebrate National Public Garden Day (NPGD) May 11. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-05-04T15:30:55Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/pick-a-protein-any-protein-varying-protein-sources-encourages-heart-health STILLWATER, Okla. – Here is some good news: Most Americans are getting plenty of protein in their diets. No publisher leilana.mckindra@okstate.edu 2012-05-04T15:27:54Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/workers-urged-to-prepare-now-for-increased-health-care-costs-in-retirement STILLWATER, Okla. – Like the rest of the nation, Oklahomans are not just living longer, they also are retiring later. For some, the delay is fueled by a passion for their work. For many, though, the decision is driven by their access to federal health insurance once they become 65. No publisher leilana.mckindra@okstate.edu 2012-05-04T15:24:34Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/tailor-made-exercise-classes-help-people-with-arthritis-get-active STILLWATER, Okla. – For nearly a year, Lisa Taylor and Megan Logan have been offering hope and relief to people living with arthritis – one hour-long exercise session at a time. No publisher leilana.mckindra@okstate.edu 2012-05-04T15:18:12Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/self-care-is-all-gain-no-shame-for-caregivers-of-loved-ones STILLWATER, Okla. – The fact that Americans are living longer than ever is a good thing; however, for a growing number of families, it also means serving as caregivers for older and aging parents, grandparents and relatives. Still others are caring for family members with long-term or chronic illnesses or disabilities. No publisher leilana.mckindra@okstate.edu 2012-05-04T15:18:38Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/gardening-can-help-military-families-reconnect STILLWATER, Okla. – Military service men and women will have the opportunity to reconnect with their families through gardening when they return from active duty, thanks to the “Welcome Home Garden” project sponsored by Burpee Seed Company. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-05-01T16:44:00Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/family-day-in-the-garden-is-a-great-way-to-spend-time-together STILLWATER, Okla. – If you and your family enjoy spending time outdoors and do not mind getting a little dirt under your fingernails, then make plans to attend Family Day in the Garden slated April 21 at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University, located west of Stillwater. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-04-17T15:34:09Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/nrem-students-represent-osu-at-wildlife-society-conclave STILLWATER, Okla. – Eight undergraduate students within Oklahoma State University’s Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management recently returned to Stillwater with some hardware from the southeast section of The Wildlife Society Conclave. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-04-26T20:26:25Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/oalp-class-xvi-now-accepting-applications STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Program is continuing to build on its success as the program celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-04-26T16:10:55Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/donald.stotts-40okstate.edu/carrier-native-named-oklahoma-state-university2019s-outstanding-ag-senior STILLWATER, Okla. – Haley Baumgardner has been named the 2011-2012 Paul and Mary Hummer Outstanding Graduating Senior in Oklahoma State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR). No publisher donald.stotts@okstate.edu 2012-04-10T20:36:21Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/donald.stotts-40okstate.edu/woodward2019s-chet-dewald-honored-posthumously-as-an-osu-master-agronomist STILLWATER, Okla. – Chester “Chet” Dewald of Woodward, Okla. has been honored posthumously as a Master Agronomist by Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. No publisher donald.stotts@okstate.edu 2012-04-06T21:18:12Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/donald.stotts-40okstate.edu/alfalfa-county2019s-doug-mcmurtrey-named-a-2012-osu-master-agronomist STILLWATER, Okla. – Alfalfa County’s Doug McMurtrey has been named a 2012 Master Agronomist by Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. No publisher donald.stotts@okstate.edu 2012-04-06T21:16:29Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/preparation-is-key-during-storm-season STILLWATER, Okla. – Although Oklahoma experienced a rather mild winter, there are no guarantees when it comes to spring weather. Anyone who has lived here for any length of time can attest to the fact that spring in Oklahoma can be turbulent. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-04-06T16:19:53Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/take-steps-to-burglar-proof-your-home STILLWATER, Okla. – When it comes to a home, most homeowners want their place to feel warm, welcoming and inviting. But when it comes to burglars, they want to roll up the welcome mat and turn off the porch light. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-04-06T16:17:05Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/donald.stotts-40okstate.edu/ok-set-rural-development-applications-available STILLWATER, Okla. – Community and county leaders looking to strengthen their area’s potential economic prosperity should apply now to participate in OK-SET, part of Phase Three of “Stronger Economies Together,” a partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development and the Cooperative Extension Service. No publisher donald.stotts@okstate.edu 2012-04-05T21:44:43Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/donald.stotts-40okstate.edu/corn-plantings-could-negatively-affect-wheat-prices STILLWATER, Okla. – Recent U.S. Department of Agriculture data on prospective crop plantings showed dramatically higher numbers of corn acres and dramatically fewer acres for soybeans and wheat than what was expected by analysts, a situation that could pressure wheat prices lower. No publisher donald.stotts@okstate.edu 2012-04-05T16:26:30Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/osu-student-groups-join-forces-for-campus-beautification-day STILLWATER, Okla. – The south and west sides of the Classroom Building on the Oklahoma State University Stillwater campus were a flurry of activity recently as several student groups joined forces for the Campus Beautification Day. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-04-06T16:09:55Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/oklahoma-gardening-going-strong-for-37-seasons STILLWATER, Okla. – Gardening enthusiasts have long been tuning in to their local OETA stations to catch the latest episode of “Oklahoma Gardening.” Currently in its 37th season, faithful viewers, and newcomers, too, will continue to learn valuable gardening information that can be applied to their own gardens. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-04-26T16:12:25Z News Item http://www.dasnr.okstate.edu/Members/trisha.gedon-40okstate.edu/oalp-class-xv-members-visit-ireland-and-scotland STILLWATER, Okla. - Members of the Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Program returned recently from a 13-day trip abroad that introduced them to many new agricultural-related concepts, as well as the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone. No publisher trisha.gedon@okstate.edu 2012-03-29T22:03:05Z News Item