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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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Remember food safety this Memorial Day

Wed, May 16, 2018

Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start to summer and with warmer weather on the way, many Oklahomans will be firing up their grill and celebrating with cookouts, picnics and other activities. Oklahoma State University's Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center suggests food safety tips when celebrating this Memorial Day weekend.

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Safely sending perishable holiday gifts

Tue, Dec 12, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – What is a family to do if an out-of-town loved one cannot make it home for the holidays but loves turkey and dressing? Mailing perishable homemade goods or sending items via mail order is certainly a viable option for gift givers. Following some food safety tips will help avoid the risk of foodborne illness.

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OETA to broadcast documentary about the OSU Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center

Wed, May 03, 2017

STILLWATER, Okla. – Oklahoma State University’s Robert M. Kerr Food & Agricultural Products Center is celebrating 20 years of adding value to Oklahoma with a documentary set to air on OETA in May.

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