Onyango’s project will study the possibilities and difficulties of introducing goat meat into the American diet.
He will conduct experiments over three years to understand how people perceive and accept goat meat. He will also investigate what hinders stores from selling it.
Ultimately, Onyango aims to share information about goat meat nutrition with the broader American public and make it more appealing.
Protect the grapes, save the wine
Hwang’s three-year research will focus on identifying factors that protect grape dormant buds from winter freeze damage, which can lead to crop loss and economic hardship for vineyards.
Traditional breeding methods for low temperature damage are crucial for commercial production, however, they can take decades to fully evaluate. His research aims to speed up the process by identifying DNA markers linked to valuable traits.
Hwang’s goals include accelerating breeding cycles and helping improve the grape industry overall.
About the grants
The grants are part of NIFA’s investment of more than $7 million in 22 projects aimed at helping nonland-grant colleges of agriculture.
According to the NIFA, these projects will:
- Help strengthen the institution’s ability to develop infrastructure and carry out agricultural research, teaching and outreach activities.
- Enhance the ability of faculty members to engage in agricultural professional development opportunities.
- Increase the number, quality and diversity of qualified graduates entering the food and agricultural workforce.
Source : missouristate.edu