Tim Bowser, Food Process Engineer, and Krushna Patil, Energy Specialist, Featured Research Project - Energy Audit Program for Food and Agriculture (EAPFA) at Oklahoma State University (OSU)

The broad purpose of the REAP program is to provide guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to ag producers and rural small businesses for renewable energy systems and energy efficiency improvements.

They are working on a small segment of the REAP program, that focuses on rural food and ag processors in Oklahoma. Businesses must be located in a rural area with a population of 50,000 or less. We will conduct a level-2 energy audit for eligible clients for a reduced fee (cost is partially covered by a USDA grant). The audit will identify potential energy use and cost savings opportunities and is an early step in the process of applying for REAP funding.

Posse formed to prevent hunger

Customers at the Cowboy Meats Retail Store can drop part of their meat purchases in a donation box for Our Daily Bread and Pete’s Pantry. These donations will be matched 100% by Cactus Cares, doubling customers’ generosity.

Visit the Cowboy Meats Retail Store on Fridays from 1-5 p.m. at FAPC. For more information and custom orders, contact 405-744-MEAT or cowboymeats@okstate.edu.

Congratulations to Cristina Popovici and Lisa Puckett for being recognized by FAPC as Food Safety Professionals! This award highlights individuals who complete a significant number of food safety trainings.

To apply to become a Food Safety Professional, simply complete the application form!