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OSU Agriculture is part of a national initiative to make food healthier

The Oklahoma State University Wheat Improvement Team is helping to improve the healthiness of wheat by increasing its fiber content and supporting a national initiative to encourage improving the healthiness of food through crop breeding and
OSU Agriculture is part of a national initiative to make food healthier
OSU Agriculture is part of a national initiative to make food healthier

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

The Oklahoma State University Wheat Improvement Team is helping to improve the healthiness of wheat by increasing its fiber content and supporting a national initiative to encourage improving the healthiness of food through crop breeding and

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Power-start the day with a balanced breakfast

Thu, May 14, 2026

A balanced breakfast that includes protein, fiber and healthy fats can improve energy, mood and focus while helping prevent fatigue and blood sugar crashes throughout the day.

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OSU Extension educators end 2025 with purpose

Fri, Apr 17, 2026

As the final months of 2025 unfolded, Oklahoma State University Extension educators were far from finished with their work. Throughout the state, they were helping families rise out of poverty, organizing gatherings for cancer survivors and visiting

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OSU Extension offers free workshop tackling forever chemicals issues

Fri, Apr 10, 2026

Oklahoma State University Extension is partnering with Trihydro to present a free, two-day workshop about forever chemicals, waste, water and wastewater, air and biosolids.

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Free pesticide disposal events set for Sallisaw, Chandler and Cheyenne

Wed, Apr 8, 2026

For 20 years, Oklahoma State University Extension and the Unwanted Pesticide Disposal Program have partnered with the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry to help people dispose of unwanted pesticides safely.

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Oklahoma Well Owner Network to host second Get Well-Informed free water testing day

Fri, Mar 13, 2026

The Oklahoma Well Owner Network program offered through Oklahoma State University Extension and OSU’s Oklahoma Water Resources Center will host a “Get Well-Informed” free well water testing event for residents in 14 counties across southeast

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The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize healthy eating patterns to support long-term health

Mon, Mar 9, 2026

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans has provided nutritional guidance since 1980. The latest guidelines continue to provide the public with research-based information to help people of all ages make healthier food and beverage choices.

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KiZE Concepts expands from local kitchen to national brand with help from FAPC

Tue, Oct 28, 2025

KiZE Concepts expands business with help from the Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center at Oklahoma State University.

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Tim Passmore receives ATRA Distinguished Fellow Award

Wed, Oct 22, 2025

Dr. Tim Passmore, professor and interim head of the School of Kinesiology, Applied Health and Recreation at Oklahoma State University, received the 2025 Distinguished Fellow Award from the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).

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