Produce and Food Safety – What to Know Today
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Coronavirus COVID-19 Resources
Resources to assist you during the Coronavirus COVID-19: Website: NC State University COVID-19 Resources Description: The following resources provide best practices for preparing …
Safe Plates
The CDC estimates that about 1 in 6 Americans get sick, 128,000 are hospitalized, and 3,000 die from foodborne …
Grilling and Barbecue Safety
With the weather warming up, many people are heading outdoors, enjoying the sunshine, and getting their grills ready for …
Flavors of Fall
Fall is here and different selections of winter squash are now in season and available at local farmer’s markets. …
It's Time to Can!
IT’S TIME TO CAN! It’s time for you to start gathering your supplies and making preparations for the canning season. …
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