The ONIE Blog

Starting on August 20th, the FREE Let’s Get Moving! 5K Walk/Run will be 6 weeks away. Want to become more active or start training for this 5K? ONIE’s easy 6-week training plan will help you prepare to walk or run a 5K!

Preparing a delicious homemade meal doesn’t have to take hours. Here are 10 more recipes that you can have on the dinner table in 30 minutes or less.

Does your family love pasta? ONIE has you covered! Here are 5 pasta recipes, plus time-saving tips to get a warm and delicious dinner on the table in no time.

Dr. Amy Hagerman from the OSU Extension office provides a concise overview of the U.S. Farm Bill updates.

Michael is a farmer & author who lives to help farmers apply business principles & practical, proven solutions to grow their businesses & simplify their lives. Over the past 15 years, Michael has managed farms & consulted for industry experts. Michael continues to keep involved in multiple agricultural projects & educating farmers through his company Growing Farmers Co & Thriving Farmer Podcast.

Can I sell that? An overview of what licenses you need to sell items at a farmers market. Speakers will be ODAFF Food Safety Division Director Scott Yates & Public Health Specialist Phillip Jurina from OSDH.

Discover ways to promote your business across different platforms while maximizing your audience & your budget. This session is geared toward ideas for smaller businesses to incorporate into their marketing plans without busting the budget.

In 2019, the ONIE Project conducted a survey to determine the needs of small producers in Oklahoma. This session will provide an overview of the needs assessment findings & implications for future practice.

Applying for loans can be challenging. Walkthrough the FSA loan process with both a loan officer & a successful applicant to find out if FSA loans are right for your farm.

Social media is everywhere these days, but why should I use it for my farm or market? Social media marketing plays a key role in growing your business & attracting customers. Come learn why it is so important & how to effectively use it.

Increased food awareness & augmented appeal of urban farming has contributed to the recent boost in popularity of small flock poultry & egg production. Raising poultry can be a fantastic way to bring food awareness to families & provide kids a simple lesson in responsibility. Learn tips on successful poultry rearing & gain insight on selling eggs according to the Oklahoma Egg Law.

Oklahoma has a unique cultural history that can be a resource for market gardeners & in agritourism. An overview of experiences & guidelines from Native American, African-American, Hispanic & Asian cultures will be shared.