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FAPC impacts Oklahoma food industry in 2018

Tue, Dec 18, 2018

Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center continued to support innovation and growth of food and agricultural businesses throughout Oklahoma in 2018, providing a total economic impact of $120.31 million.

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Top 10 food safety tips for this holiday season

Tue, Dec 11, 2018

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

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FAPC advisory board meets at Fidler Marketing, tours Clements Foods

Thu, Nov 29, 2018

The Industry Advisory Committee of Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center met at Fidler Marketing Inc. in Oklahoma City to discuss food and agricultural issues and take a tour of the nearby Clements Foods.

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FAPC selects food trends to watch for in 2019

Tue, Nov 27, 2018

Regional flavors, gut-healthy options, plus meats and more are on the menu for 2019, as Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center selects the hottest food trends for the upcoming year.

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Does turkey make you sleepy?

Wed, Nov 14, 2018

When the last bite of turkey is consumed and the plates are cleared, the next item on the Thanksgiving agenda is a nap. Because turkey makes you sleepy, right? Darren Scott, food scientist at Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center, debunks this myth.

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FAPC delivers food safety tips to the Thanksgiving table

Tue, Nov 13, 2018

The holiday season is officially here and Thanksgiving Day is quickly approaching. While many Oklahomans will be preparing holiday meals for their families and friends, the risk of food poisoning is lurking. Oklahoma State University's Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center offers tips to keep your family safe this festive season.

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OSU student group receives funding to improve research presentation skills

Wed, Oct 17, 2018

The Student Professional Development Group of the Oklahoma Association for Food Protection is improving research presentation skills through the Enhancing Short Creative Research and Innovations Presentation Techniques, or ESCRIPT, program, thanks to funding support for a second year. The group received funding for 2018-19 for Short Research Presentation Grants, sponsored jointly by the Oklahoma State University Graduate College and the Office of the Vice President for Research.

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Halloween Food Safety

Tue, Oct 16, 2018

Halloween celebrations can be a trick or a treat when it comes to food safety. While Halloween offers plenty of make-believe fun, it also brings real food safety risks. Some tips and tricks will help carve out food-safe festivities for party throwers and goers.

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Industry leader reaps benefits of food safety program

Tue, Sep 11, 2018

Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center launched a Food Safety Professional program to recognize food industry leaders who complete a significant number of food safety trainings offered by the state-of-the-art food processing center.

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Tackle tailgates with food safety

Thu, Aug 30, 2018

Football season is here, and many fans are holding tailgates to cheer on their favorite teams. Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center wants to keep your food safe and recommends food safety tips for those participating in tailgating activities.

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Food Product Innovation Competition open to college students across Oklahoma

Fri, Aug 24, 2018

Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center is challenging college students to share their creative and innovative ideas for new food and beverage products in November for a chance to compete in a product innovation competition.

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