Progress 09/01/22 to 08/31/23
Outputs
Target Audience:LU Land-Grant programs serve Oklahoma; however, the cooperative extension program directly serves 30 counties. The research program has supported American FANH concepts and international partners that are friendly and supportive of American Food and Agriculture policies. The student population at Langston consists of almost 80 percent URM, predominantly African Americans. Other ethnic groups make up 20 percent of the student population. Through its 125-year history, LU has served all demographics, including traditionally underserved and disadvantaged people in rural and urban areas. A core pillar of LU is to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). African Americans, limited resources, underserved Caucasians, members of Oklahoma's 38 Federally recognized Native American tribes (the second largest number in the country), Hispanic groups, and members of the Hmong population have been the primary target audiences. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?Project funds have been accumulated for execution of proposed projects.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Project funds have been accumulated for execution of proposed projects.
Publications
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Progress 09/01/21 to 08/31/22
Outputs
Target Audience:Limited resource, and traditionally underserved communities. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?Planning for the EA will be initiated and conceptual frameworks will be developed.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Funds have been accumulated and planning for the Environment Assessment for the new facilities will be initiated during the fall of 2022.
Publications
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Progress 09/01/20 to 08/31/21
Outputs
Target Audience:Limited resources and traditionally underserved communities. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?By next reporting period, planning for theproposed projects will be in "high gear." We intend to start the Envirinmental Assessment this fall 2022.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Funds have been accumulated for development of proposed facilities.
Publications
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Progress 09/01/19 to 08/31/20
Outputs
Target Audience:Limited Resource communities as well as traditionally underserved producers and consumers. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?Facilities funds for the 2013 award are being accumulated for project development.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Facilities funds for the 2013 award are being accumulated for project development.
Publications
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Progress 09/01/18 to 08/31/19
Outputs
Target Audience:
Nothing Reported
Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?Project funds have been accumulated for facilities development.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Project funds have been accumulated for facilitiesdevelopment.
Publications
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Progress 09/01/13 to 08/31/18
Outputs
Target Audience:The Target audiences will include students in the School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, Cooperative Extension Program clientele and other recipients of the findings derived from the research projects conducted at t his facility and the eighty acres of land being cleared for future use by the School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?At this stage, outcomes and impacts can only be projected for the small ruminant research facility and the eighty acres being prepared for Agricultural research, education and Extension functions. Animal Science, Plant Science and Agricultural Business students will receive enhanced training in animal management, nutrition, health, the economics of animal production and other areas. Small ruminant Extension workshops and demonstrations for the public will also be enhanced with this small ruminant facility and the eventual utilization of the eighty acres.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
During this reporting period, the School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences at Langston University oversaw completion of a small ruminant research facility. Thihs facility is now open and functional. Research with goats and sheep, as well as, Extension functions are made possible by this venue. Experimentation areas and laboratories have been designed to allow students to engage in experiential learning. Also during this reporting period, land clearing began on eighty (80) acres of land for Agricultural research, teaching and Extension efforts.
Publications
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Progress 09/01/17 to 08/31/18
Outputs
Target Audience:
Nothing Reported
Changes/Problems:As described in the previous report, Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratories will replace Previously Proposed Early Childhood Center. The long-range facilities plan for Langston University School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (LU-SAAS) has been reevaluated by the School and LU administration. The determination is to replace the originally proposed Early Childhood Center with Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratories. Additionally, the LU Early Childhood Development Center was closed on July 31, 2019. Hence, the Early Childhood program will no longer be included in the School's Joint Research and Cooperative Extension Plan of Work. The proposed replacement Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratories fits perfectly into SAAS Academic, Research and Extension programming. Plant biotechnology will complements SAAS plant breeding efforts by increasing the diversity of genes and germplasm available for incorporation into selected crops such as nontraditional and nutrient rich plants by significantly shortening the time required for the production of new cultivars, varieties and hybrids as well as enhanced biofortification approaches. From an economic perspective, plant biotechnology will offer significant potential for small and medium scale farmer to join in enjoying economic gains by diversifying traditional production operations and produce high value biofortified non-traditional crops for health-conscious niche market as well as for mass consumption. What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?Funds are being accumulated for project development. Land has been acquired, project planning is ongoing and ground-breaking will soon take place. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?With the aid of Oklahoma Long Range Planning team, project planning is at an advanced stage. It is expected that construction will be started in early 2021.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
The goals and objectives of Langston University's FY 2013 Facilities Program Project are to strengthen the University's efforts in serving the public in the areas of Cooperative Extension, Cooperative Research and Agriscience Education. The goals and objectives will be achieved through acquisition of land for research, outreach and education purposes; upgrades in existing facilities; and construction of new facilities.
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Progress 09/01/16 to 08/31/17
Outputs
Target Audience:Limited resources and underserved populations Changes/Problems:Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratories will replace Previously Proposed Early Childhood Center.The long-range facilities plan for Langston University School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (LU-SAAS) has been reevaluated by the School and LU administration.The determination is to replace the previously proposed Early Childhood Center with Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratories.Additionally, the LU Early Childhood Development Center was closed on July 31, 2019. Hence, the Early Childhood program will no longer be included in theSchool's Joint Research and Cooperative Extension Plan of Work. The proposed replacement Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratories fits perfectly into SAAS Academic, Research and Extension programming.Plant biotechnology will complements SAAS plant breeding efforts by increasing the diversity of genes and germplasm available for incorporation into selected crops such as nontraditional and nutrient rich plants by significantly shortening the time required for the production of new cultivars, varieties and hybrids as well as enhanced biofortification approaches. From an economic perspective, plant biotechnology will offer significant potential for small and medium scale farmer to join in enjoying economic gains by diversifying traditional production operations and produce high value biofortified non-traditional crops for health-conscious niche market as well as for mass consumption. What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?Land will be cleared, ground breaking will have taken place and structures will start being erected
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Funds are being accumulated for project development. Surveying and planning for ground-breaking have started.
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Progress 09/01/15 to 08/31/16
Outputs
Target Audience:
Nothing Reported
Changes/Problems:Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratorieswill replacePreviously Proposed Early Childhood Center The long-range facilities plan for Langston University School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (LU-SAAS) has been reevaluated by SAAS and LU administration.The determination is to replace the previously proposedEarly Childhood Center with Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratories.Additionally, the LU Early Childhood Development Center wasclosedpermanently on July 31, 2019. Hence, the Early Childhood program will no longer be included in theSAAS Joint Research and Cooperative Extension Plan of Work. The proposed replacement Agriculture Biotechnology Laboratories fits perfectly into SAAS Academic, Research and Extension programming.Plant biotechnology will complements SAAS plant breeding efforts by increasing the diversity of genes and germplasm available for incorporation into selected crops such as nontraditional and nutrient rich plants by significantly shortening the time required for the production of new cultivars, varieties and hybrids as well as enhanced biofortification approaches. What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?
Nothing Reported
How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?
Nothing Reported
What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?Accumulated funds will be used to start project during 2020.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Funds are being accumulated and work will begin in early 2020
Publications
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Progress 09/01/14 to 08/31/15
Outputs
Target Audience:Limited Resource and Minority Populations Oklahoma Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided?Opportunities for training and professional develpment will be reported for the small ruminanat research facility. Other facilities included in the FY 2018 objectives have not been constructed at this time. Projects: A research project has been conducted entitled "Management Practices for the Production of Goats in the South-Centeral U.S." A Capacity Building Grant project has been conducted entitled, "Sustainable Control of Greenhouse Gas Emission by Ruminant Livestock." A third research project has also been conducted entitlted "Relationships Between the Microbiome and Internal Parasitism in Goats." Demonstrations: Demonstrations conducted in the facility included goat management and health care procedures, breeding soundness exams, goat preganancy diagnosis, vaccinations, hoof-trimming, dehorning, and others. participants enhanced their herd health and management skills. Workshops: Artificial insemination, internal parasitism control and hide tanning workshops have been conducted. Herd health and alternative agriculture skills were enhanced for participants. Student Experiential learning: A student received research training and experience by conducting an experiment in the control of emission of the greenhouse gas methane. This data will be used for a poster presentation and an abstract publication. Two other students are presently conducting experiements in the facility that will result in research presentations at the 2019 Association of 1890 Research Director's Research Symposium. Abstracts will also be published in the proceedings. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest?The small ruminant facility is occupied, research is being conducted and it is also used to conduct workshops and field day activities. Various measures are used to disseminate information such as workshops, demonstrations, brochures, information sheets and via the internet. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals?1. Early Childhood Center/Laboratory The proposed facility is needed to provide adequate space, a more professional environment and up to date early child program monitoring. This facility will accommodate early child teaching and practicums for students in Family and Consumer Sciences. The School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences has completed a reorganization that now includes the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences as an active participant in our Evans Allen Research and 1890 Cooperative Extension Programs. The Early Childhood Center/Laboratory will employ personnel and serve purposes that are a part of the School's research and Cooperative Extension Programs. These functions will be included in the School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences' new Plan of Work which will be submitted for review and approval. Upon approval, a new facility will be constructed with 1890 Facilities Program funds to accommodate the Early Childhood Laboratory. 2. Small Farm Orchards/Plots The small farm orchards/plots will help meet the needs of our clientele (especially minority producers) in the following areas: a. Vegetable crop production b. Organic farming c. Sustainable agriculture d. Specialty crops e. Industrial Hemp This small farm program will allow us to meet more needs and increase our outcomes and impacts with small farmers. Best management practices can be put on display for producers. The small farm orchards/plots will also provide a needed outside, hands-on teaching classroom for our Agricultural Sciences students. Plant and soil science principles taught in the classroom will be demonstrable in the field. Undergraduate students will have an opportunity to carry out field experiments, present and publish their findings. Thus, this will better prepare our undergraduates for graduate school and the workforce. Four faculty/staffers have been hired to move the Small Farms Program forward. Eighty (80) acres of land have been cleared for development of our Small Farms Program for both research and Cooperative Extension purposes. The lack of personnel was a major challenge in moving forward. This site will be a component of the School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences' new Center for Horticultural Research and Extension. 3. AgScience Field House This facility has been renamed the Multifunctional Conference Center. The proposed AgScience Fieldhouse multipurpose facility willfulfillour need for a large indoor meeting area. We have outgrown our present space for goat and aquaculture field day plenary and paper presentation sessions. This facility will address that need. It will also provide a large gathering place for 4-H demonstrations and programs. Presently, we do not have a demonstration kitchen for our Extension Nutrition and/or 4-H food-related sessions. This facility will address that need. 4. Greenhouse Complex A state-of-the-art greenhouse facility is essential for providing a year-round, controlled environment for conducting instruction, demonstrations and scientific inquiry. It will enhance our teaching, extension and research programs in Plant Science, Soil Science, Horticulture, Urban Agriculture and Biotechnology. This facility will be a component of the School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences' new Center for Horticultural Research an Extension. Eighty (80) acres of land have been cleared as a potential site for this facility. 5. Small Plot Equipment An irrigation well, irrigation system (regular and drip), a small plot tractor, trailer and small farm implements will be needed to conduct research demonstrations and instruction. With development of the Small Farms site, equipment will be purchased and put into operation. Needed equipment has been identified and requested in the Langston University 1890 Facilities Program 2018-2022 Plan of Work.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
Early Child Laboratory There is no construction to report at this time. Funds for this project are being allowed to accumulate as a feasibility studyis underway. 2.Small Farm Orchards/Plots and Small Plot Equipment Land has been cleared. Personnel have been hired to implement this project. 3.AgScience Fieldhouse There is no construction to report at this time. Funds for this project are being allowed to accumulate to accommodate construction costs for this facility. 4. Greenhouse Complex Land has been cleared for the site. Plans are underway for performance of an Environmental Assessment. Model geenhouse complexes are being viewed for concepts. 5.Small Ruminanat Research Facility This facility has been completed and is now occupied and fully operational.
Publications
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Journal Articles
Status:
Published
Year Published:
2018
Citation:
Puchala,R.,S.LeShure,T.A.Gipson,K.Tesfai,M.Flythe,and A.L.Goetsch. 2018. Effects of different levels of lespedeza and supplementation with monensin, coconut oil, or soybean oil on ruminal methane emission by mature Boer goat wethers after different lengths of feeding. J. Appl. Anim. Res. 46:1127-1136.
- Type:
Journal Articles
Status:
Accepted
Year Published:
2018
Citation:
Liu,H.Y.,R.Puchala,S.LeShure,T.A.Gipson, M.D.Flythe, and A.L. Goetsch. 2018. Effects of lespedeza condensed tannins alone or with monensin, soybean oil, and coconut oil on feed intake, growth, digestion, ruminal methane emission, and heat energy by yearling Alpine doelings. J. Anim. Sci. (Accepted with revision).
- Type:
Journal Articles
Status:
Other
Year Published:
2018
Citation:
Puchala,R.,S.LeShure,T.A.Gipson,K.Tesfai,M.Flythe,and A.L.Goetsch. 2018. Effects of different levels of lespedeza and supplementation with monensin, coconut oil, or soybean oil on ruminal methane emission by mature Boer goat wethers after different lenghts of feeding. J. Anim. Sci. 96 (Supplement). Abstract PSXV-38.
- Type:
Journal Articles
Status:
Other
Year Published:
2018
Citation:
Lui,H.,R.Puchala,S.LeShure,T.A.Gipson, and A.L. Goetsch. 2018. Effects of lespedeza condensed tannins alone or with monensin, soybean oil, and cocnut oil on feed intake, growth, digestion, ruminal methane mission, and heat energy by yearling Alpine doelings. J.Anim.Sci.96 (Supplement). Abstract PSXV-22.
- Type:
Conference Papers and Presentations
Status:
Other
Year Published:
2018
Citation:
Liu,H.,R.Puchala,S.LeShure,T.A.Gipson,and A.L. Goetsch. 2018. Effects of lespedeza condensed tannins alone or with monensin, soybean oil, and coconut oil on ruminal methane mission by yearling Alpine doelings. Proceedings of the National Goat Symposiu.
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Progress 09/01/13 to 08/31/14
Outputs
Target Audience: The target audiences will include students in the School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, Cooperative Extension Program clientele and other recipients of the findings derived from the research studies conducted in this facility. Changes/Problems:
Nothing Reported
What opportunities for training and professional development has the project provided? Construction of the small ruminant facility will allow for enhanced training of Animal Science students by providing more opportunities for hands-on, experiential learning. Small ruminant extension demonstrations and research efforts will also be enhanced. How have the results been disseminated to communities of interest? Results have been disseminated through field days, workshops, demonstrations, newsletters, the internet and one-on-one sessions. What do you plan to do during the next reporting period to accomplish the goals? During the next reporting period, a new research facility will be contructed. Land has already been acquired to strengthen the existing programs.
Impacts
What was accomplished under these goals?
During this reporting period, meetings were held between university personnel and engineers for construction of a small ruminant research facility. Proposed expenditures were presented to NIFA and approved for construction to proceed. Also, an 80 acre tract of land near the university was purchased with non-federal funds for agricultural research, extension and teaching purposes.
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