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How do you know you are using the right preservation process?
, July 17, 2024
Safely preparing holiday foods ahead of time
, December 8, 2023
Preserving fall produce
, November 10, 2023
Keep your sponges and dish cloths bacteria-free
, November 10, 2023
Storing maple syrup
, April 11, 2023
Enjoy your holiday buffet safely
, December 16, 2022
Cottage foods can enhance your business
, November 4, 2022
Carved pumpkins are for decorating – not for consumption
, October 27, 2022
Keep Halloween safe, not scary
, October 24, 2022
Canning in winter can be a blast
, December 1, 2021
The best method for freezing tomatoes
, October 6, 2021
Where to find safe home food preservation recipes and information
, June 17, 2021
Update your canning methods for safety
, February 10, 2021
How to safely sell baked goods
, December 4, 2020
Preserving venison as summer sausage
, November 17, 2020
Keeping home-delivered foods safe
, October 19, 2020
Science behind food preservation methods
, September 10, 2020
Three ways to thaw your holiday turkey
, November 8, 2019
Deer carcass safety
, November 8, 2018
How safe is it to freeze and refreeze meat?
, October 9, 2018
Identifying fresh vegetables
, October 4, 2018
Using a slow cooker safely
, July 22, 2018
Walking fit for benefits
, June 26, 2018
Barbecue safety
, May 29, 2018
The art of safe roasting
, April 26, 2018
Hydration station
, March 26, 2018
Preserving your own broth
, February 28, 2018
What are 'germs' anyway?
, January 17, 2018
The last minute holiday rush in the kitchen
, December 28, 2017
Remember to bake your holiday cookie dough
, December 28, 2017
Food safety always matters
, December 27, 2017
How to avoid botulism when canning food
, December 18, 2017
Allergies: Part 2
, December 15, 2017
Allergies: Part 1
, December 15, 2017
Food preservation for youth
, December 15, 2017
Cutting boards and food safety
, December 14, 2017
Poultry that is labeled “fresh”
, December 8, 2017
Parasites in the food chain
, December 8, 2017
Dinner in a hurry
, November 16, 2017
Clean drinking water is essential to life
, November 16, 2017
Reporting a foodborne illness
, November 13, 2017
"Why did my friend get sick when I didn’t and we ate the same food?"
, November 1, 2017
Food safety tips for soup
, November 1, 2017
Don’t take bacteria camping
, June 1, 2017
Pet food safety
, April 13, 2017
Tips for increasing winter activity
, December 20, 2016
Canning apple pie filling
, December 14, 2016
Testing your pressure canner
, December 14, 2016
Nutritional value in home canned foods
, December 14, 2016
Cooking to the thermometer
, December 12, 2016
Holiday gifts from the kitchen
, December 12, 2016
Freezing bulk dairy items on sale
, December 12, 2016
Physical activity for older adults
, December 9, 2016
Turkey from frozen to oven
, December 5, 2016
Check food labels for allergens
, November 28, 2016
Preserve meat at home with a pressure canner
, November 23, 2016
Get to know the causes of food spoilage
, November 23, 2016
Preserving grape juice
, November 11, 2016
Find healthier comfort foods this holiday season
, November 4, 2016
Blanching fruits and vegetables
, October 24, 2016
How to clean your grill for winter storage
, October 21, 2016
Dry bean storage
, September 16, 2016
Cranberries, a fruitful and colorful additive
, December 30, 2015
Microwave cooking and safety tips
, December 30, 2015
Keep germs at bay while traveling
, December 30, 2015
Open fruit or vegetable bar food safety considerations
, December 30, 2015
Kids in the kitchen: Part four
, December 29, 2015
Kids in the kitchen: Part three
, December 29, 2015
Kids in the kitchen: Part two
, December 23, 2015
Precautions to consider
, November 11, 2015
Kids in the kitchen: Part one
, September 2, 2015
Food poisoning can change your life
, January 5, 2015
Pumpkin is not just for decoration
, January 1, 2015
How healthy is your salad?
, December 16, 2014
Backpack programs
, December 15, 2014
Pack a healthy lunch – part 2
, September 18, 2014
Pack a healthy lunch – part 1
, September 11, 2014
Fair food safety
, August 13, 2014
Staple foods in the kitchen
, July 25, 2014
Flavored hydration
, July 7, 2014
Adding daily physical activity
, June 6, 2014
Spring clean your freezer
, April 11, 2014
Canning during cold weather months
, April 7, 2014
Chocolate, are there health benefits?
, March 31, 2014
Safe refrigeration at home and away
, March 26, 2014
Calories, how do they add up?
, March 24, 2014
How sweet it is: Sweet potatoes
, December 30, 2013
Preserving venison
, December 26, 2013
Energizing your holiday
, December 26, 2013
Popcorn is a healthy snack
, November 1, 2013
Canning Winter Squash
, October 15, 2013
Preserving food through drying
, September 13, 2013
The many ways to add exercise to your life
, September 11, 2013
What’s lurking in your refrigerator?
, August 23, 2013
Hydration for health
, August 12, 2013
Safely serving at parties
, July 8, 2013
Keeping salads healthy: Hidden calories
, July 2, 2013
The many ways to eat vegetables
, May 27, 2013
Healthy snacks when traveling
, May 15, 2013
Food safety on the road
, May 7, 2013
Benefits of eating breakfast
, March 22, 2013
Office workouts
, March 8, 2013
Food safety in the grocery store
, February 26, 2013
Is it time to clean the cupboard?
, January 30, 2013
Add aerobic exercise to your life
, January 16, 2013
There is no portion control police
, January 3, 2013
The protein power of an egg
, December 28, 2012
Making a safe holiday tradition
, December 20, 2012
Cheesy facts
, December 12, 2012
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Cottage foods can enhance your business
, November 4, 2022
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Dehydrating Produce Basics
, August 9, 2023
Selling Safe Food: The Michigan Cottage Food Law
, October 24, 2022
Food Safety at Farmers Markets
, September 1, 2021
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