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Agriculture Wednes: , August 19, 2020 The Elk City News, Elk City, Oklahoma Page 5 New bison meat production company begins The Cheyenne and Arap- taurants and retailers across bison starts and ends with are primarily _ grass-fed, options. Black Prairie Bison said it aho Business Development the United States, the Busi- how the animals are raised, roam free in their natural According to the National draws on hundreds of years Corporation in early August ness Development Corpora- the release stated. habitat on Oklahoma plains Bison Association, bison of Cheyenne and Arapaho announced the launch of a tion stated in a news release. “The Cheyenne and Arap- and are processed minimal- meat has a similar flavor new subsidiary, the Black Black Prairie Bison prod- aho Tribes have a deep cul- ly, allowing the rich, natural profile to other red meat op- tradition to provide better Prairie Bison Company, ucts include _ traditional tural connection to bison and flavors and nutrients in bison tions while containing less bison meat to the wider food which will nationally pro- cuts, such as ribeyes and our company will seek to meat to remain.” fat and fewer calories than market. Sustainably and vide premium, fresh bison New York Strips, as well honor this legacy in every- Black Prairie Bison’s beef. Bison meat also has humanely-sourced, Black cuts and jerky products. as ground bison and bison thing we do,” said Ty Todd, name refers back to a time, lower cholesterol than beef, Prairie Bison are primarily Headquartered in Concho, jerky sticks. Its bison meat CEO of the Cheyenne and centuries ago, when North chicken and turkey. Oklahoma, Black Prairie Bi- is Oklahoma-raised and all- Arapaho Business Develop- American plains were so grass-fed and roam free in son will raise and sell pre- natural with no added an- ment Corporation, in the re- full of bison that the prairie “Our company’s mission their natural habitat on Okla- mium bison meat products tibiotics, chemicals or hor- lease. “Our bison are raised was commonly referred to is to carry forward our rich homa plains. The brand's direct-to-consumer online as mones. the right way with humane, as being “black” with them. legacy and relationship with name recalls a time in his- well as to grocery stores, res- For Black Prairie, better sustainable practices. They Bison and a black prairie the bison for the enrichment tory when the North Ameri- represented prosperity for of both consumers and Trib- can prairie was full or “black Keep food safety in the Cheyenne and Arapaho al communities,” Todd said. Tribes, the released stated. The release said Black with bison.” Bison and the Through —_ high-volume black prairie were revered Prairie Bison has already production and nationwide started selling bison meat to symbols of prosperity. Black mind during pandemic distribution, Black Prairieselect retailers and expects Prairie Bison continues this Bison aims to strengthen to begin selling its products STILLWATER - Amid extra layer of safety during * Prepackaged meals com- Tribal communities by cre- online — direct-to-consumer tradition and makes natural, ating jobs and expanding this fall. sustainable, premium bison the recent changes created the pandemic — to food han- monly contain perishable by the pandemic, a small dlers, parents and caregivers food items and should be access to healthier eating About Black Prairie Bison meat accessible to everyone. sense of “normal” seems to as they return to the kitchen refrigerated and packed in be returning as the start of to pack lunches for the up- OCA defends beef as lunches with cold sources. schools across the nation coming school year. * Store lunches in an insu- continues. While food safety Packaging and storing lated lunchbox or soft-sided always is key when resum- food: bag. Paper bags are not ca- ing the process of packing a part of balanced diet * Wash hands, contact sur- pable of keeping perishable student’s lunch, new tips and faces, utensils and dishes items safe. tricks can be employed this thoroughly before beginning * Pack lunches the night year to further promote food any food preparation to help before and store them in a safety, according to a re- prevent contamination. If OKLAHOMA CITY - mal proteins, management men to submit comments in- lease from Oklahoma State soap and water are not avail- refrigerator to keep the food The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s practices. While Oklahoma dividually. University’s Robert M. Kerr able, use hand sanitizers that colder longer. Association (OCA) submit- cattle producers welcome The comments also stated Eating and disposing of Food and Agricultural Prod- contain at least 60% alcohol. ted comments on the scien-opportunities to highlight that, “OCA members work ucts Center. * Regularly clean and dis- leftovers: * Keep disposable wipes tific report of the 2020 Di- the wonderful environmen- hard daily raising high qual- While coronaviruses can- infect kitchen counters using etary Guidelines Advisory tal and animal management ity, nutritious and whole- not grow on food, individu- a commercially available within reach to clean hands Committee defending beef’s practices used to raise our some beef to nourish fami- als should still prioritize disinfectant production. Do both before and after eating. role in a balanced and nutri- wholesome beef, these top- lies around the world. Our safe handling and cooking NOT use these solutions or * Talk to your family about tious diet, OCA stated in a ics fall well outside the of food. The easiest way to other disinfecting products the dangers of sharing lunch- news release. boundaries of the parameters members take very seriously accomplish this task is to on food or food packaging. es with others, as it cannot OCA’s comments includ- established by Congress for this responsibility and guard promote food safety at home * Avoid cross-contamina- be assumed other food was ed three key points. the Dietary Guidelines. closely the identity of qual- through proper handling and tion by using separate cut- prepared with proper food “First, beef is a unique “Finally, it is important ity, safe and wholesome storage, said Ravi Jadeja, ting boards and utensils for safety protocols. dense source of key nutri- to recognize the nutrient beef.” food safety specialist for the produce, meat and poultry. * Dispose of all remaining ents needed at all life stages, power of beef as compared OCA said it is the only FAPC. * Always wash all fresh perishable food after eating. including early year physi- to other protein sources. voice that speaks solely for “Bacteria that can cause fruits and vegetables, and * Dispose of all packaging cal development. Beef is an Many plant-based protein the cattlemen of Oklahoma foodborne illness or food check expiration dates on and bags, and thoroughly excellent source of protein, products require significant and represents beef produc- poisoning grow rapidly at canned goods. Use only clean reusable containers vitamin B-12, zinc, seleni- quantities of consumption ers in all 77 counties across temperatures between 40 cold, running tap water. Do and bags after eating. Do not um, niacin and vitamin B-6. to equal the nutrients found the state. The OCA officers, and 140 degrees [Fahren- NOT use soap, bleach, sani- reuse disposable packaging. Additionally, beef is a good in lean beef which leads to board of directors and mem- heit],” Jadeja said. “These tizer, alcohol, disinfectant or source of the nutrients phos- overconsumption of nutri- bership encourages people to FAPC, a part of OSU's microorganisms can mul- any other chemical on pro- Division of Agricultural phorus, riboflavin, iron and ents such as sodium because join the group in its advoca- tiply to dangerous levels in duce. choline. As the guidelines these products are so heav- Sciences and Natural Re- cy efforts to ensure less gov- just four hours, but packed * Include at least two cold address life stage nutrition, ily processed in many cases. lunches and snacks can sources when packing food sources, helps to discover, ernment intervention, lower beef fits well into all phases Beef is naturally nutrient be kept safe by following to keep perishable items at develop and deliver techni- of growth and development. dense fitting very well into taxes and a better bottom USDA's four steps to food a safe temperature. Frozen cal and business informa- “Second, the dietary reasonable calorie-oriented line. For more information safety: clean, separate, cook juice boxes or water bottles tion that will stimulate and guidelines should avoid con- diet considerations for all about OCA membership, the and chill.” can be used in addition to support the growth of value- siderations that fall outside Americans.” theft reward program or ac- Jadeja offers the following freezer packs. Place the cold added food and agricultural the nutrient scope such as The comment _ period tivities, call 405-235-4391 food safety advice — with a sources on top and beneath products and processing in sustainability of food sup- closed Thursday. The OCA or visit www.okcattlemen. few tips designed to add an the perishable food. Oklahoma. ply and, in the case of ani- said it encourages all cattle- org. USDA: Additional commodities eligible for assistance The Albany Herald, commodities eligible to re- mons, plantains, pomegran- ties were only eligible for recommended to call (877) commodities online, digi- Georgia ceive much needed assis- ates, pummelos, pumpkins, payments on marketing ad- 508-8364 to begin the appli- tally sign applications and WASHINGTON - USS. tance. rutabagas, shallots, tangelos, justments. cation process. An FSA staff submit directly to the local Secretary of Agriculture “CFAP is just one of the turnips/celeriac, turmeric, * Correcting payment rates member can help producers USDA Service Center. Sonny Perdue announced many ways USDA is help- upland/winter cress, water for onions (green), pista- start their application during ¢ All other eligibility that additional commodities ing producers weather the cress, yautia/malanga, and chios, peppermint, spear- the phone call. forms, such as those related are covered by the Corona- impacts of the pandemic. yuca/cassava. mint, walnuts, and water- On farmers gov/efap, pro- to adjusted gross income and virus Food Assistance Pro- From deferring payments on Non-Specialty Crops and melons. ducers can: payment information, can be gram (CFAP) in response to loans to adding flexibilities Livestock: liquid eggs, fro- « Additional details can be * Download the AD-3114 downloaded from farmers. public comments and data. to crop insurance and report- zen eggs and all sheep. Only found in the Federal Regis- application form and manu- govicfap. For existing FSA Additionally, the U.S. ing deadlines, USDA has lambs and yearlings (sheep ter in the Notice of Funding ally complete the form to customers, these documents Department of Agriculture been leveraging many tools less than 2 years old) were Availability and Final Rule submit to local USDA Ser- are likely already on file. is extending the deadline to help producers.” previously eligible. Correction and at www. vice Center by mail, elec- All USDA Service Cen- to apply for the program to USDA collected com- Aquaculture: catfish, farmers gov/cfap. tronically or by hand deliv- ters are open for business, Sept. 11, and producers with ments and supporting data crawfish, largemouth bass To ensure availability of ery to their local office or including some that are approved applications will for consideration of addi- and carp sold live as food- funding, producers with ap- office drop box. open to visitors to conduct receive their final payment. tional commodities through fish, hybrid striped bass, red proved applications initially * Complete the application business in person by ap- After reviewing more than June 22. The following addi- drum, salmon, sturgeon, til: received 80 percent of their form using the CFAP Appli- pointment only. All Service 1,700 responses, even more tional commodities are now pia, trout, ornamental/tropi- payments. The Farm Service cation Generator and Pay- Center visitors wishing to farmers and ranchers will eligible for CFAP:cal fish, and recreational Agency will automatically ment Calculator. This Excel conduct business with FSA, have the opportunity for Specialty Crops: aloe sportfish. issue the remaining 20 per- workbook allows customers Natural Resources Conser- assistance to help keep op- leaves, bananas, batatas, bok Nursery Crops and Flow- cent of the calculated pay- to input information specific vation Service or any oth- erations afloat during these choy, carambola (star fruit), ers: nursery crops and cut ment to eligible producers. to their operation to deter- er Service Center agency tough times. cherimoya, chervil (french flowers. Other changes to Going forward, producers mine estimated payments should call ahead and sched- “(The administration) is parsley), citron, curry leaves, CFAP include: who apply for CFAP will and populate the application ule an appointment. Service standing with America’s daikon, dates, dill, donqua * Seven commodities -- receive 100 percent of their form, which can be printed, Centers that are open for ap- farmers and ranchers to en-(winter melon), dragon fruit onions (green), pistachios, total payment, not to exceed then signed and submitted pointments will pre-screen sure they get through this (red pitaya), endive, esca- peppermint, spearmint, wal- the payment limit, when to their local USDA Service visitors based on health pandemic and continue to role, filberts, frisee, horse- nuts and watermelons -- are their applications are ap- Center. concerns or recent travel, produce enough food and radish, kohlrabi, kumquats, now eligible for Coronavi- proved. © If producers have log-in and visitors must adhere to fiber to feed America and leeks, mamey sapote, maple tus Aid, Relief, and Eco- Applying for CFAP: credentials known as eAu- social distancing guidelines. the world,” Perdue said in sap (for maple syrup), mes- nomic Stability (CARES) * Producers, especially thentication, they can use Visitors are also required a news release. “We are culin mix, microgreens, Act funding for sales losses. those who have not worked the online CFAP Applica- to wear a face covering dur- pleased to add additional nectarines, parsley, persim- Originally, these commodi- with FSA. previously, are tion Portal to certify eligible ing their appointment.