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FAPC impacts food industry during a year of uncertainty

Tue, Dec 15, 2020

The year 2020 has been one of uncertainty, and there is no doubt the coronavirus pandemic has had a significant impact on the food industry. From temporarily closing of manufacturing plants to food product shortages, changes have been seen on a global scale. However, the Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center continued to support innovation and growth of food and agricultural businesses throughout Oklahoma in 2020, providing a total economic impact of more than $6 million.

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Cover crops offer potential grazing benefit for cattle operations

Mon, Dec 14, 2020

Producers who did not plant cover crops earlier this year should be making plans to maximize their grazing resources in 2021 by speaking with their Oklahoma State University Extension county agricultural educator.

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Holiday poinsettias add a splash of color to home décor

Mon, Dec 14, 2020

Proper care of poinsettias.

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Advisory board continues to support OSU food and ag

Mon, Dec 14, 2020

For the second time this year, the Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center’s advisory board met online to discuss projects, programs and opportunities of the center.

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Feeling a little dry? Winter hydration is important

Fri, Dec 11, 2020

Staying hydrated in the wintertime is important.

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Mesonet offers management tools to help producers promote cattle comfort

Thu, Dec 10, 2020

Blasts of cold winter weather interspersed with almost spring-like temperatures this time of year can be particularly stressful to cattle health and conditioning.

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Keep food safety in mind when preparing holiday meals

Thu, Dec 10, 2020

The Christmas season is here, and many will be gathering around the dinner table enjoying their favorite holiday meals. The Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center wants to make sure families keep food safety tips in mind when preparing those holiday meals.

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History Hasn't Hurt Wheat

Thu, Dec 10, 2020

OSU researchers tackle concerns about gluten in modern diets

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FAPC predicts top food trends for 2021

Tue, Dec 08, 2020

It’s been a long 365 days filled with uncertainty and change. The one constant, however, was a continued love for both food and cooking across the nation. Oklahoma State University's Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center predicts the top food trends for 2021.

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Farm to You exhibit testing virtual pilot program

Mon, Dec 07, 2020

The exhibit is helping youngsters learn where their food comes from, nutrition, proper hygiene, physical activity and more.

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Edwards Recognized for Completion of Food Systems Leadership Institute

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

A leader among leaders, Jeff Edwards, professor and head of the OSU Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, recently completed the Food Systems Leadership Institute.

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Options still exist for Oklahoma pesticide applicators needing 2020 continuing education units

Fri, Dec 04, 2020

Many of the scheduled meetings and conferences that typically provide CEU credit were cancelled this year because of the coronavirus.

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