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ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The TurfMutt Foundation, which is celebrating 15 years this year of advocating for the care and use of yards, parks and other green spaces, encourages homeowners to put their own spin on their personal outdoor space this spring by adopting a “yard your way” attitude.
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With the eastern monarch population near an all-time low, pollinator boosters are encouraging Oklahomans to pull out all the stops now as one of the critical states along the migration path of the iconic butterfly.
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A colorful garden in full bloom is an aesthetically appealing sight each spring and summer. The pleasant aromas emanating from such spaces only add to their appeal.
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Pet preferences vary across the world, but dogs and cats are beloved companion animals in many corners of the globe. According to the 2022 Statista Global Consumer Survey, dogs have a good lead over their feline counterparts in the United States, mainland China, the United Kingdom, and Japan. However, in Germany, cats and dogs are kept by a nearly equal number of pet owners.
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A new scientific paper from the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden’s Postdoctoral Fellow in Conservation and Science, Dr. Emily Geest, and the University of Kansas’ Drs. Chip Taylor and Kristen Baum could be useful in encouraging new monarch butterfly waystations across North America.
Read moreAgriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid recovery efforts for farmers, ranchers and residents affected by recent wildfires in the Texas panhandle and western Oklahoma. To date, around 1.3 million acres have burned across both states. USDA staff are ready to respond with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to agricultural producers and communities in need.
Read moreThe Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) has announced awardees for Certified Healthy Oklahoma, a public health initiative recognizing organizations that implement best practices and policies that support improved health and wellness.
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