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12• SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2026 The Elk City News NEWS FAPC to host September high-pressure processing workshop for food industry professionals By Stephanie Greenlee Oklahoma and well beyond a as a value-recovery tool for firsthand look at HPP tech- dark-cutting beef, economic STILLWATER, Okla. — nology, along with ongoing considerations for commer- Oklahoma and regional access to the expertise and cialization and a hands-on food processors can explore research needed to evaluate demonstration using FAPC’s high-pressure processing what it can do for their prod- Hiperbaric 55 system. technology during the Hip- ucts.” “Processors often need erbaric Global Roadshow FAPC’s HPP capability to see how HPP works with Oklahoma, hosted Sept. 17 gives processors a lower-risk real products before they by Oklahoma State Universi- way to test products and eval- can determine whether it fits ty’s Robert M. Kerr Food and uate the science, equipment their operation,” said Shade Agricultural Products Center. and business case before out- Hughes, FAPC’s high pres- The workshop will give sourcing, changing produc- sure processing program food industry professionals tion or investing in equip- manager. “This workshop a hands-on look at FAPC’s ment. gives them a chance to ask newly installed Hiperbaric 55 The center’s FDA- and questions, see the equipment system and connect attendees USDA-inspected facility al- and better understand what with OSU experts, Hiperbar- lows companies to work with product testing at FAPC ic’s technical team and Uni- FAPC specialists and OSU could look like.” versity of Nebraska-Lincoln researchers while exploring Registration is hosted by food safety experts. Sessions how HPP may apply to their Hiperbaric and is open to the will focus on how HPP may specific products. public, with space limited to support food safety, shelf life, The workshop is open to about 50 attendees. Event product quality and commer- food industry professionals, details and registration are cialization decisions. processors, researchers and available online. High-pressure process- partners interested in learn- Persons with disabili- ing, or HPP, uses cold water ing more about HPP. It is ties who require alterna- Dog Watch Challenge for Suicide pressure rather than heat to help inactivate pathogens and spoilage-causing micro- especially relevant for meat, poultry, seafood, pet food and ready-to-eat product manu- tive means for communica- tions, program information or reasonable accommoda- organisms in packaged food. facturers, as well as food safe- tions need to contact Karen Prevention Awareness Month For processors, the technol- ogy can support food safety goals, extend refrigerated ty, quality assurance, product development, operations and business decision-makers Smith at 405-744-6277 or email karenl.smith@okstate. edu at least two weeks prior By Sheryl Ponce and service members from Stop veterans and service members have shelf life and product quali- evaluating whether HPP may to the event. Soldier Suicide. In honor of Suicide no greater risk for suicide than any ty while helping companies support their products or The Robert M. Kerr Food Dog walking is happening across Prevention Month, Men’s Wear- other American,” according to the evaluate whether HPP fits processing goals. and Agricultural Products Elk City and the country, but the house is matching every gift made Stop Soldier Suicide organization. their products and opera- The Sept. 17 event will Center at Oklahoma State month of Sept. everyone is chal- during the month of September. They continued to say, “We have tions. include an introduction to University supports the lenged to walk their dog one mile “Suicide is a complex problem an aggressive goal to reduce the “An investment like this HPP science and principles, growth of value-added food a day to raise awareness of suicide. that disproportionately impacts military suicide rate by 40% no later one only pays off when pro- value-added applications and agricultural businesses The campaign is called Walk Alone the military community. Stop Sol- than 2030.” cessors can put their hands in meat processing, food through technical assistance, 30 Mile Dog Walk Challenge. From dier Suicide is the only national Sign up to join others in support on it,” said Roy Escoubas, safety considerations for research and educational pro- Sept. 1st through the 30th, raise nonprofit focused solely on solving and awareness of the suicide rate FAPC director. “This work- controlling Listeria mono- grams that drive economic awareness of suicide, especially to the issue of suicide among U.S. vet- among the military, as well as oth- shop gives food processors in cytogenes, research on HPP impact across the state. Stop Soldier Suicide. erans and service members. Our ers who may suffer from depression According to the announcement team is laser-focused on care and or thoughts of suicide. Go to their on social media, the funds raised research that is specific to reducing website, https://stopsoldiersuicide. from the challenge will go directly veteran and service member sui- org/, for more information about to providing support for veterans cide. Our vision is a nation where the challenge and to sign up . ELK CITY Ms. Simon’s class had a special visit from Mr. Sparks who turned out to be their Mystery Reader. High Band performing at the first football game High School Cheer and Pom at their first football game We hope each of you have a great season! We hope you have Elk City Nursing Home a great Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. 301 N. Garrett, Elk City ELK CITY: 2714 W. 3rd St. • 102 S. 580-225-2580 Main St.•580.225.2580 580-225-2811 580.243.0466 year! SAYRE: 711 NE Highway 66 • 580-928-2580 https//www.fnbec.bank Good Luck Area Teams! We want to wish you a great season! Good Luck Teams! :UG6W 1210 S. 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