The Dangers of Raw Milk

Milk and milk products provide a wealth of nutrition benefits.  But milk that has not been pasteurized can harbor dangerous microorganisms that can pose serious health risks to you and your family if consumed raw. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), from 1993 through 2012, there were 127 outbreaks linked to raw […]

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Wash Your Hands, Not Food Packages

Image courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While wintery weather can bring with it dry, chapped hands, experts continue to recommend hand washing as one of the most effective means of helping to slow the spread of the coronavirus.  Experts believe that the coronavirus should not be considered a food safety hazard and […]

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Holiday Food Safety in the Time of COVID-19

With COVID-19 concerns, the holidays will look a little different this year.  One part of the holidays that remains the same is the need for food safety.  Check out the following information and resources for planning your holiday meals. Health Precautions, from Dr. Barbara Ingham, University of Wisconsin Professor of Food Science and Division of […]

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Grief, Loss, and New Traditions During the Holidays

Looking for ways to adjust to a holiday season that just won’t look the same?  Join us for a virtual presentation. Feelings of grief and loss can be particularly strong around the holidays.  The drastic changes to our routine, traditions, and way of life we’ve experienced due to COVID-19 adds another layer to grief and […]

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Smoking & Curing (Recipes & Information)

Are you looking for information, resources, and recipes for drying foods?  Check out the How Do I… Cure & Smoke? National Center for Home Food Preservation webpage, brought to you by Safe & Healthy Food for Your Family!

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