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MSU Extension launches online nutrition program

Published on May 28, 2020
My Way to Wellness teaches everything from meal planning to reading food labels in a virtual format.
Keeping your kitchen safe

Published on May 6, 2020
Learn how to safely clean and sanitize your kitchen.
Start taking small steps to health and wealth

Published on May 5, 2020
Financial problems negatively affects health, and poor health negatively affects personal finances. Small Steps to Health and Wealth can help.
Does washing foods make them safer?

Published on April 20, 2020
Follow these recommendations for safely handling certain types of foods.
Become a grillmaster by using a food thermometer

Published on May 30, 2019
Meat quality and the overall eating experience can be improved by using a food thermometer to determine doneness and improve safety at the same. time

Blockchain and the pork chain - A strategy for both producers and consumers

Published on September 5, 2019
Following examples of BeefChain, pork producers may have an opportunity to share their “why” directly with consumers.
Millennials in agriculture — Part 1

Published on November 22, 2017
Millennials are expected to make farming more efficient and profitable by relying more on technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Millennials in agriculture – Part 2

Published on November 22, 2017
Millennials tend to be discerning consumers willing to purchase food brands and products that embody their preferences for authenticity, transparency and responsible ingredient sourcing.

Safe food handling when shopping in stores or using grocery delivery

Published on March 30, 2020
Safety tips for handling food in grocery stores or that was home delivered.
Food safety and megastores

Published on March 27, 2018
Avoid foodborne illness, follow food safety tips when shopping.
Grocery shopping skills to keep your food safe

Published on January 21, 2015
Food safety begins at the grocery store – with selection, transportation and more!

Animal raising claims can be confusing on food labels

Published on January 8, 2021
New infographic created by Michigan State University Extension helps consumers understand animal raising label claims such as free range, cage free, and natural.
Food label claims: Clearing up the confusion

Published on September 5, 2018
Consumers are focused on looking for a products shelf-life and how healthy the ingredients are above all else. Ease in reading the label and product health benefits are paramount for local artisan food manufacturers.
Food labels – more info please!

Published on February 27, 2015
Consumers prefer products with specific food labeling instead of general references.

Declaraciones de etiquetas de hormonas

Published on October 2, 2021
Las hormonas son sustancias químicas producidas naturalmente tanto en animales como en plantas. Las hormonas son necesarias para las funciones básicas de las células.
Declaraciones o aclaraciones de etiquetas de alimentos

Published on October 2, 2021
Toda la información en las etiquetas de los alimentos no debe ser falsa o engañosa.
Declaraciones de etiquetas de OMG

Published on October 2, 2021
Los organismos genéticamente modificados (OGM) a veces se denominan derivados de ingeniería genética, de bioingeniería o genéticamente modificados (GM).
Fechas de productos alimenticios

Published on October 2, 2021
Se pueden encontrar dos tipos de fechas en las etiquetas de los alimentos. El fabricante o minorista aplica “Fechas abiertas” que le indica a los consumidores la estimación de cuándo el producto será de la mejor calidad.
Afirmaciones sobrela crianza deanimales

Published on October 2, 2021
Estos términos de etiquetado se utilizan en productos para describir el entorno en el que se criaron los animales.

$500,000 grant will help Michigan communities address food insecurity and limited access to healthy food

Published on October 6, 2021
The Michigan Local Food Council Network will advocate for more equitable policies and practices.
Latest MSU Food Literacy and Engagement Poll reveals COVID-19 has impacted food access for nearly one-third of Americans

Published on September 30, 2021
Half of the participants reported the pandemic has changed their food choices.
Are we Leaving our Seniors Food Insecure and Deserted?

Published on August 25, 2021
Food insecurity and under-nutrition have negative consequences for our underserved senior populations. Haskell and DeAngelo look at the issue and explain how bills like the Healthy Food Access for All Americans bill are essential.
MSU Extension focuses on food access for all

Published on August 4, 2021
From farmers market vouchers to innovative meal delivery services, MSU Extension is committed to helping Michiganders access healthy and nutritious foods.
Rethinking access to food: Lessons learned during a pandemic

Published on February 24, 2021
A list of five ways the pandemic has shifted the way we access/purchase food products.

Rain gardens part 2 – rain garden plants

Published on December 2, 2021
Rain gardens resemble regular perennial gardens and borders but have a more important function in the landscape. Learn more about which plants to include in your family’s rain garden.
Horticulture myth busting – Part 1

Published on November 24, 2021
Can electricity be used to reduce water hardness in hydroponics?
Multiple infestations of invasive water garden plants discovered this fall in southeast Michigan

Published on November 24, 2021
Over 3,500 pounds of water lettuce and water hyacinth have been removed by the Lake St. Clair Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area and Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy biologists.
Making your real Christmas tree last through the holidays

Published on November 23, 2021
Fresh tree, fresh cut and fresh water are essential in keeping your real Christmas tree fresh and hydrated throughout the holiday season.
Somewhere for the pollinators to go: A case study of establishing large-scale pollinator habitat

Published on November 22, 2021
Establishing pollinator habitat through the Bee & Butterfly Habitat Fund’s Seed a Legacy Program in southeast Michigan.

Canning in winter can be a blast

Published on December 1, 2021
The slower pace of the winter season might be just what is needed to do a new canning project, especially when fresh ingredients are not always required.
Dressing and stuffing: What’s the difference?

Published on November 19, 2021
Both are considered a side dish, the key is to making them safely.
September is food safety month

Published on September 15, 2021
Food Safety Month isn’t just about keeping food safe in restaurants; it should also be practiced at home.
Safely preserve your produce at home

Published on August 4, 2021
There are many resources available to assist home food preservers in preserving a safe product.
Where to find safe home food preservation recipes and information

Published on June 17, 2021
Discover where to find the most current research-based home food preservation information.

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