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Researchers led by (standing) Sunil Mor, assistant professor at South Dakota State University, are developing a diagnostic test for avian metapneumovirus types A and B, as well as a vaccine. (Courtesy photo.)
Young turkeys participate in research to curb looming turkey disease outbreak. (University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.)
Close-up of family saying grace while holding hands during Thanksgiving meal at dining table. (Photo: Adobe Stock │ #465695788 - Drazen)

Let’s talk turkey! Six poultry preparation pointers

Picking the turkey centerpiece for the Thanksgiving table can be the easiest part with a few tips from a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Picking the perfect Thanksgiving turkey

Man Taking Roast Turkey Out Of The Oven. (Photo: iStock - monkeybusinessimages)

Turkey prices low ahead of Thanksgiving holiday

Frozen turkeys at a grocery story (Photo: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service)

Shopping for the Thanksgiving turkey

Ground meat should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 F, measured with a food thermometer, said K-State food scientist Karen Blakeslee. (K-State Research and Extension)
Thanksgiving turkey (Photo courtesy of Getty Images.)