A safe food and water supply is at the heart of healthy communities. Michigan State University Extension’s team of dedicated food safety experts can help you — whether you’re looking for evidence-based recipes for canning seasonal produce or you’re an entrepreneur looking to safely launch your Cottage Food business or even cooking for large groups as a volunteer.
Among other offerings, MSU Extension also has experts to help food pantry staff keep their goods and to guide families on how to protect food supply during natural disasters and emergencies. For more information, visit our For Food Pantries website and our Food Safety During Emergencies website.
Have a question?
Not sure if the food in your fridge is safe after a power outage? Do you have questions about safely preserving food at home? Whatever your question, MSU Extension’s food safety experts can help. Call our Food Safety Hotline at 1-877-643-9882, Monday-Friday from 9AM to 5PM, EST.
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Spring is on its way – prepare for food preservation
Published on April 11, 2024
It is never too early to start planning for your summer home-preserved foods. -
Stinking facts about garlic
Published on April 11, 2024
Known as the stinking rose — and related to onions, shallots, chives, and leeks — garlic has a distinctive flavor and needs a lit bit of care when handling it. -
Be careful what you flush
Published on April 8, 2024
Flushing wipes and other items used for disinfection can damage wastewater treatment systems. -
Myths and facts about raw milk
Published on April 4, 2024
Many people deny health dangers of drinking raw milk, and even promote it as a healthy practice. Exploring the facts is important to prevent foodborne illness. -
Food safety for plant-based proteins
Published on March 21, 2024
Can a plant taste like chicken? With the current trend in plant-based protein for meat substitutions, it has become a reality — but it still requires safe food handling.
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