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Myths and facts about raw milk

Published on July 24, 2025
There are many myths that deny health dangers of drinking raw milk, and even promote it as a healthy practice. Exploring the facts is important to prevent foodborne illness.
Camping and food safety

Published on July 24, 2025
Important tips to help keep your summer camping trips free from foodborne illness.
Bright Futures Daycare and Preschool plants seeds of health and hope in Muskegon

Published on July 24, 2025
Some of Muskegon’s youngest community members are taking up gardening to increase community food access and nutrition education.
MSU Extension’s Food Safety Webinar Series: Selling honey & maple syrup – safely

Published on July 23, 2025
Join MSU Extension to learn about the key food safety practices, regulations, and best practices for selling honey and maple syrup products in Michigan.
Discover an exciting new class on starting a school or community garden

Published on July 21, 2025
Learn the essential steps to success in school or community gardens with this free online course.
Course on “Global Animal Health, Food Safety, and International Trade” begins August 25

Published on July 14, 2025
Timely discussion topics are lined up for IFLR's fall course on Global Animal Health, Food Safety, and International Trade. Explore topics like evolving consumer preferences, food safety, and nothing less than the FUTURE OF FOOD!
Food safety before and after a flood

Published on July 11, 2025
Food safety tips to prepare for and recover from flooding.
Acute pain versus chronic pain

Published on July 11, 2025
Understanding pain and its symptoms may help those with chronic pain improve their health and face the daily challenges.
The summertime blues

Published on July 11, 2025
How to recognize signs of Reverse Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Are you using these safe food handling procedures?

Published on July 11, 2025
Temperature control, proper storage, preventing cross-contamination and safe preparation can cut down on risk of foodborne illness.