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FAPC assists with validation of South African dried meat product

Wed, Feb 20, 2019

Beef jerky a staple in the salty snack realm across the country, and the United States Department of Agriculture requires specifics during production to ensure the dried beef is safe to consume. However, those standards are not upheld around the globe. Researchers at Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center recently assisted Stormberg Foods, a family-owned South African company, with the validity process of producing biltong, a novel version of beef jerky.

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Former 4-H’er reunited with lost record book 60+ years later

Thu, Feb 14, 2019

Thanks to the power of social media and the determination of an OSU Cooperative Extension 4-H educator, a former Bryan County 4-H'er has been reunited with her long-lost record book.

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Hydration is important all year long

Thu, Feb 14, 2019

Keeping your body hydrated is important for overall health. Make sure you take the time to hydrate in the winter, just as you do in the summer.

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‘Oklahoma Gardening’ begins 45th season Feb. 16

Mon, Feb 11, 2019

"Oklahoma Gardening" kicks off its 45th season Feb. 16. Host Casey Hentges begins the season with starting transplants. (Photo by Kane Kinion, Agricultural Communications Services)

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