Online Master of Agricultural and Life Sciences
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The Online Master of Agricultural and Life Sciences (OMALS), http://www.cals.vt.edu/online/, is uniquely positioned to meet the evolving and dynamic needs of today’s agricultural professionals. The program offers concentrations in the areas of education, environmental science, food safety and biosecurity, and leadership studies, as well as plant science and pest management. In addition to engaging classes, students benefit from the opportunity to work on-on-one with well-respected faculty in Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to complete a rigorous final project, using what they've learned and developing real-world research and communication skills. This collection showcases final projects completed by current and former OMALS students.
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Importance of Sanitation and Allergen Preventive Controls Validation
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-04)The Preventive Controls for Human Food (PC) Rule, published in 2015, expanded on the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) approach by including sanitation, allergen, and supply chain preventive controls for food ... -
Winter Hardiness and Spring Regrowth of Four Varieties of Stevia rebaudiana (Bertoni) in Eastern North Carolina
(Virginia Tech, 2020-06-04)Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) is attracting attention in the United States in response to consumer demand for healthier low-calorie sweeteners. Farmers are looking at stevia as a valuable alternative crop to add to their ... -
Biological watermelon (Citrullus lanatus L.) seed treatments for control of Acidovorax citrulli
(Virginia Tech, 2020-06-03)Acidovorax citrulli is a seedborne pathogen responsible for bacterial fruit blotch (BFB), an economically important disease in melon and watermelon throughout the world. BFB is highly virulent and in affected fields can ... -
Effects of Nitrogen Fertilization on Forage Sorghum Nutrient Composition
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-03)Whole plant nutrient composition was investigated as forage sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L) Moench) nitrogen (N) fertilization regimes were changed for Virginia production systems. Five N rates were applied to forage sorghum ... -
Body Project Implementation in Virginia Tech Athletics: Effect on Body Image Satisfaction and Thin Idealization
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-21)Eating disorders and disordered eating have a prevalence of 6% to 45% in collegiate female athletes (Knapp, Aerni, & Anderson, 2014). Thin idealization and body image dissatisfaction are risk factors for the development ... -
Foliar Fertilization of Soybean in North Carolina and Southeastern Virginia
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-17)The purpose of this project was to determine the need for foliar fertilization of soybean. The objectives for this research were (1) to determine soybean plant tissue and yield response to foliar fertilization with ... -
Analysis of Soil Tests: Nutrients and Soil Properties to Help Farmers Improve Management Practices
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-11)Soil nutrients and properties are the foundation of plant growth and our health. The basis of our soil starts with its texture. Soil texture impacts infiltration rate and cation exchange capacity; which in turn affects ... -
Parental Learning Experiences with Children Active in 4-H
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-21)This study was a qualitative pilot study conducted on the optimal questions and venue of data collection on the learning experiences of adults with children active in 4-H. 4-H provides youth development and STEM literacy ... -
A Survey of Aphid Species and their Associated Natural Enemies in Fraser Valley Hop Fields and an Exploration of Potential Alternative Summer Hosts of the Damson-Hop Aphid, Phorodon humuli (Hemiptera: Aphididae)
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-19)Six hop fields, Humulus lupulus (Rosales: Cannabaceae), in the Fraser Valley, British Columbia, were surveyed throughout 2019 to determine the composition of aphid species and their associated natural enemies. The host ... -
Agricultural Grading Manual Training Tools: An Evaluation
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05)The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) implements federal regulations and guidelines to ensure that the food supply is safe for consumers. The job roles for inspectors who work for USDA include in-plant ... -
Program Evaluation of Athletic Department Student Support Services for International Student-Athletes (ISA) at Virginia Tech
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-01)The program evaluation of athletic department student support services for international student-athletes (ISA) at Virginia Tech provides insight into current support practices and provides recommendations for program ... -
Screening, Assessment, and Treatment for Inadequate Vitamin D Status in Athletes: Development of a Policy for Virginia Tech Athletics
(Virginia Tech, 2020-04-29)In the general population, up to 77% of individuals have inadequate vitamin D concentrations. Athletes are not immune to this pandemic, as many have been identified as having insufficient or deficient 25(OH)D concentrations ... -
Worker Health, Hygiene, and Training to Satisfy the Requirements of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05)The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule (PSR) establishes science-based minimum standards for the safe growing, harvesting, packing, and holding of produce on farms. Operations covered under the FSMA ... -
Extending Shelf Life of Romaine Lettuce Through Modified Atmosphere Packaging and the Effects for Food Safety and Quality
(Virginia Tech, 2020-05-04)Foodborne related disease outbreaks have been on the rise since 1998. For example, in 2019, approximately 75,233 pounds of salad products were recalled due to contamination with E. coli O157:H7. Investigations concluded ... -
Evaluation instrument use for camp practitioners: A review of evaluation instruments for a one-week or short-term residential camp context
(Virginia Tech, 2019-12-19)For camps, designing and executing experiential-based programming, as well as their structure is central to their value of providing opportunities for positive youth development. Those within the camp community, inherently ... -
Evaluating Current and Exploring Future Opportunities for Partnership Between a Faith-Based Organization and Virginia Cooperative Extension
(Virginia Tech, 2019-12-17)The opioid crisis is causing immeasurable disruption and placing a heavy burden on individuals, families, communities and the economy across the United States. Addressing this complex crisis will require prevention and ... -
The Academic Experience of African-American Male Student-Athletes
(Virginia Tech, 2019-12-09)This paper explores the academic experience of former African-American student-athletes who have graduated from Virginia Tech. Student-athletes choose to attend college for many different reasons and once enrolled, they ... -
Late Season Application of Nitrogen in Virginia Corn Production Systems
(Virginia Tech, 2019-12-17)Agriculture is a leading industry in the state of Virginia producing an economic impact of $70 billion annually in the state. A portion of Virginia’s agricultural industry is driven by the production of corn, soybean, and ... -
Survey of Powdery Mildew and Gray Mold Disease Management in Virginia and North Carolina Cut Flower Farms
(Virginia Tech, 2019-12-26)Powdery mildew and gray mold diseases have potential to cause significant economic losses to cut flower growers. Information is needed on the effects of these diseases on growers’ returns and the effectiveness of practices ... -
An Evaluation of Eight Basil Cultivars for Downy Mildew Resistance in Virginia
(Virginia Tech, 2019-12-23)Production of fresh herbs is a trendy market that continues to grow in popularity in the United States. Basil (Ocimum baasilicum) is such an herb that is experiencing growth in popularity, especially sweet basil. In Virginia, ...
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