Food, Farms and Forests

Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station

The latest food, fiber, and forestry research from the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, the research arm of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. Researchers share their latest findings and advancements in agriculture and food science, explaining the methods and purpose behind their work.

  1. 31 JUIL.

    Two New Muscadines, Probiotics Vs. Formaldehyde, & Freezing Beef: July 2025 Arkansas Ag Research Report

    Welcome to the audio version of our monthly newsletter, the Arkansas Ag Research Report: a monthly round-up of the top stories from the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station. Story Links BIG NEWS Two new varieties of muscadines set for fall release, expand growing season   TOP NOTCH Kariyat holds Clyde H. Sites Endowed Professorship in International Crop Physiology  Arkansas Research Alliance awards additional funding for essential research    NEW FACES New Arkansas Ag Experiment Station administrator eyes continuous improvement on impactful research and development    RESEARCH SPOTLIGHTS Probiotics prove to be powerful chick hatchery disinfectant Look to the data, not the marketing: Turfgrass research shows no differences in ‘penetrant’ and ‘retainer’ wetting agents How do I store beef in the freezer? Refining Nanotechnology to Enhance Absorption of Meds, Probiotics   WATCH  Elvis Elli – Increasing Productivity & Sustainability LISTEN What’s the best way to store beef in the freezer? A new study has the answer. HOT OFF THE PRESS Arkansas Corn and Grain Sorghum Research Studies 2024 Sign up for our monthly newsletter!

    10 min

  2. 21 JUIL.

    What's the best way to store beef in the freezer? A new study has the answer.

    In this episode of Food, Farms & Forests, we spoke with Derico Setyabrata, assistant professor of meat science and muscle biology with the animal science department, about a recent study looking at how to optimize long-term storage of beef in the freezer. After comparing three cuts of meat, in whole sections and cut into steaks, with freeze-thawing cycles in industrial blast freezers and two types of freezers found in most homes, Setyabrata found that the size and cut of beef matters. We also discussed his previous work looking for ways to reduce waste coming from the dry aging process. 📑 Read the study: Impact of Product Size and Subsequent Consumer Freezing Practices on Meat Quality and Palatability of Different Beef Muscles Related Links: Animal Science Department Bumpers College Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service U of A System Division of Agriculture

    12 min

  3. 30 JUIN

    Space Lasers, Hyperspectral Sensors, & Beer: June 2025 Arkansas Ag Research Report

    Welcome to the audio version of our monthly newsletter, the Arkansas Ag Research Report: a monthly round-up of the top stories from the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station. Story Links AI in Ag: Hyperspectral sensor pushes weed science a wave furtherSpace lasers and AI used by geospatial scientist to measure forest biomass TOP NOTCH: Muenich receives Purdue University Outstanding Alumni Award NEW FACES: Grain processing engineer Kaushik Luthra joins bio and ag engineering faculty RESEARCH SPOTLIGHTS: ‘What’s wrong with my lawn?’ Research points toward possible answerBeer gets a boost from Arkansas rice thanks to new researchSorghum proteins offer resilient 3D-printable ‘bioink’ base WATCH: Michael Popp - Economics on the Farm HOT OFF THE PRESS: Summaries of Arkansas Cotton Research 2024 Sign up for our monthly newsletter!

    8 min

  4. 30 MAI

    Blackberry Genetics, Remembering Charles Maxwell, and More: May 2025 Arkansas Ag Research Report

    Welcome to the audio version of our monthly newsletter, the Arkansas Ag Research Report: a monthly round-up of the top stories from the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station. Story Links BIG NEWS: Research team homes in on genetics behind blackberry thorns TOP NOTCH: Jason Norsworthy honored by Weed Science Society of America NEW FACES: Justin Chlapecka served as county extension agent before doctoral studiesKristiina Ala-Kokko to join agricultural economics and agribusiness departmentIN MEMORIAM: Charles Maxwell had global reputation for research, student engagement RESEARCH SPOTLIGHTS: Study on rice lab mills shows differences in yield based on several factorsSoil fertility research publication tracks results of soil testing samples from across the stateSolar power system installations impact less than 1 percent of Arkansas’ ag landDog owners willing to pay more for food labeled for certain health attributesWATCH: Trenton Roberts – Optimizing Soil Fertility HOT OFF THE PRESS: International Rice Baseline Report, 2024-2034

    8 min

  5. 10 FÉVR.

    From ChatGPT to Hay Balers: Technology and Ag Education

    In this episode of Food, Farms & Forests, Don Johnson, a University Professor in the Department of Agricultural Education, Communications and Technology, joins us to discuss the intersection of agriculture, technology and education. Johnson addresses the importance of agricultural education, the challenges and successes in the field, and how ag education is evolving to include concepts like artificial intelligence and microcontrollers. Johnson also highlights a recent USDA grant project aimed at integrating microcontrollers into high school agricultural education curricula, emphasizing the need to attract more students to the field and prepare them for technological advancements in agriculture. Related links: WATCH: Donald Johnson – The Future of Agriculture | Behind the Discovery Teaching Method Increases Students’ Interest in Programming and Breadboarding Study Shows Successful Use of ChatGPT in Ag Education

    20 min

  6. 13 JANV.

    Rice Innovation at the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center

    In this episode of Food, Farms & Forests, Dr. Tim Burcham joins us to discuss the recently completed Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center — also known as NERREC. Dr. Burcham shares NERREC's mission to help farmers achieve greater profitability and sustainability and to educate the public about the importance of rice and agriculture in Arkansas. He discusses the significance of NERREC's location and agronomic characteristics, the importance of sustainability in rice production, and highlights some of the educational aims of the Center. Learn more about NERREC: NERREC Home PageNearly 400 Attend Grand Opening for NE Rice Research and Extension CenterNortheast Rice Research and Extension Center Hosts Inaugural Rice Field DayOther related links: Arkansas Agricultural Experiment StationArkansas Cooperative Extension Service U of A System Division of Agriculture

    17 min

  7. 16/12/2024

    Research Development and Writing Competitive Grants

    “I love research and being a part of … this process of being able to help faculty get funding for their research,” said Dr. Keith Berry Jr. In this Food, Farms & Forest episode, we are joined by the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station’s first-ever research development specialist. Berry shares an overview of the proposal writing process and provides some quick tips for finding greater funding success. Listen in to learn how Berry is helping Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station faculty find funding for innovations in food and agriculture.   Learn more about Berry: https://aaes.uada.edu/news/improve-funding-chances/  Related links: Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station U of A System Division of Agriculture  Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural Food Life Science

    16 min

  8. 12/12/2024

    Grape Expectations: Breeding a new fruit

    “We’re introducing a new fruit,” said Dr. Renee Threlfall.  In this episode of Food, Farms & Forests, Dr. Renee Threlfall shares her work on a USDA-funded project to develop a new generation of muscadine grapes. Known for their resilience and unique flavor, muscadines are being hybridized with bunch grapes to combine each species' best qualities. Threlfall, who leads the quality team, explains the science behind creating a grape that balances durability with consumer appeal. Threlfall discusses how consumer preferences, from packaging to taste, guide decisions about sweetness, texture, and appearance. She explains how advanced testing methods are helping the research team with the breeding process to meet these demands and create a grape that’s both flavorful and resilient. The Vitis x Muscadinia project is supported by the Specialty Crop Research Initiative, USDA-NIFA project award no. 2024-51181-43236. Related Links:   LISTEN: A Berry Big Deal — Merging Traits for Taste and Toughness Vitis Vinifera and Muscadines: Grape Breeders Seek the Best of Both Grapes USDA-Agricultural Research Service’s Plant Disease Action Plan for 2022-2026 USDA Invests Nearly $121M in Specialty Crops Research and Organic Agriculture Production Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service  U of A System Division of Agriculture

    25 min
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The latest food, fiber, and forestry research from the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, the research arm of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. Researchers share their latest findings and advancements in agriculture and food science, explaining the methods and purpose behind their work.

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    Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station
  • Années d’activité
    2021 - 2025
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