Resources

Educating the Public on Safe Food Practices

Published on June 8, 2021
As a result of MSU Extension’s food safety and food preservation programming, adults learned how to reduce their risk of illness when preparing food and to preserve food safely.
Unsafe Food Preservation Methods

Published on November 20, 2020
Food preservation is based on science, and it is very important to follow research-based recipes and methods. However, there are still some methods that people follow that are unsafe and can lead to illness or even death.
Food Preservation BINGO

Published on November 20, 2020
An interactive document linking great food preservation resources
Salsa 101

Published on November 19, 2020
Guidelines for making and preserving Salsa, including recipes and resources
Safe Sanitizing and Disinfecting

Published on November 18, 2020
This guidance provides clarification on cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting, including tables that provide appropriate concentrations when making your own solutions with bleach.
Preventing Foodborne Illness and Ensuring a Safer Food Supply

Published on July 20, 2020
MSU Extension offers users the opportunity to understand safe food practices and reduce the opportunity of foodborne illness.
Sanitizing Surfaces Record Keeping Form

Published on March 17, 2020
This is a sample of a form used to keep track of surfaces being sanitized in food processing facilities.
Sanitation guidance vary by regulatory agency for small and very small meat and poultry establishments

Published on November 20, 2019
Areas of overlap exist among regulatory agencies for facility sanitation guidance in ready-to-eat facilities, but some are more stringent.
Keeping Food Safe Before and After a Flood

Published on February 23, 2018
When a natural disaster such as a flood strikes a community, the risk of getting a foodborne illness increases. Take the proper precautions before and after a flood to ensure the safety of your food.
A Guide to Home Water Treatment bulletin

Published on April 11, 2017
Are you wondering about home water treatment? This bulletin discusses common options available to homeowners to help ensure safe drinking water.