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Shopping Safely at Farmers Markets, Fact Sheet

by Londa Nwadike

MF3136

Farmers markets continue to grow in popularity, but it is important to pay attention to food safety when buying and using foods purchased in such venues. This fact sheet includes tips for food safety at the market, on the way home, and after you get home with your purchases. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Aug 2014

Food Allergy Facts of Life, Fact Sheet

by Amy E. Lorenzen

MF3083

Includes information about food allergies and tips for coping. This lesson in the FCS annual series has been selected by the FCE groups. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Aug 2013

Thermometer Calibration Guide

by Nancy C. Flores Elizabeth A. E. Boyle

MF2440

Temperature is a critical measurement for ensuring the safety and quality of many food products. This publication covers types of thermometers and proper calibration techniques.

Published Date: Jan 2000

At-Home Safe Food Handling: It's in Your Hands

by Karen Blakeslee Londa Nwadike

MF2465

When it comes to safe food handling and preparation in your home, you’re in control. Your home is the final stop in the farm-to-table continuum, and safely handling food is your best protection against foodborne illnesses. This publication outlines food handling practices from store to table, plus the use of leftovers. 8 pages, color.

Revision Date: Dec 2018

Thermometer Calibration- Laminated Guidesheet

by Nancy C. Flores Elizabeth A. E. Boyle

MF2439

Instructions on calibrating a thermometer. Written in English and Spanish.

Revision Date: Jan 2000

Preserve it Fresh, Preserve it Safe Cucumbers

by Karen Blakeslee

MF1184

When preserving fresh foods at home, follow proper techniques to prevent foodborne illness. These safety-tested methods can be used to process cucumbers. Revised. 10 pages, color.

Revision Date: Feb 2024

Preserve it Fresh, Preserve it Safe Apples

by Karen Blakeslee

MF1187

When preserving fresh foods at home, follow proper procedures to prevent foodborne illness. These safety- tested methods can be used to freeze and can apples. Revised. 8 pages, color.

Revision Date: Feb 2024

Developing Product Lotting and Coding Systems for Small Meat and Poultry Processing Operations

by Bob Danler Elizabeth A. E. Boyle Becca Dikeman

MF2433

Tips on developing a lotting and coding system that would identify products in case of a recall.

Published Date: Jan 2000

Preserve it Fresh, Preserve it Safe Vegetables

by Karen Blakeslee

MF1181

When preserving fresh foods at home, follow proper procedures to prevent foodborne illness. These safety tested methods can be used for freezing and canning vegetables popular in Kansas. Revised. 12 pages, color.

Revision Date: Feb 2024

Preserve it Fresh, Preserve it Safe Peaches

by Karen Blakeslee

MF1182

When preserving fresh foods at home, follow proper techniques to prevent foodborne illness. These safety tested methods can be used for apricots and nectarines as well as peaches. Revised. 6 pages, color.

Revision Date: Feb 2024

Preserve it Fresh, Preserve it Safe Sweet Corn

by Karen Blakeslee

MF1183

When preserving fresh foods at home, follow proper procedures to prevent foodborne illness. These safety-tested methods can be used for freezing or canning sweet corn. Revised. 4 pages, color.

Revision Date: Feb 2024

What's on a Food Label?

by Fadi Aramouni Karen Blakeslee Katie Alstadt

L883

A guide to gaining useful information by reading food product labels. Revised to reflect current regulations and practice pertaining to food allergens, genetically modified organisms, food additives, nutrient content and health claims. 12-page, b/w.

Revision Date: Nov 2014

Food Safety and Sanitation: Guidelines for Volunteer Group Social Functions

by Karen Blakeslee

MF1078

Safe food handling tips for organizations planning social activities.

Revision Date: Dec 2010

Preserve it Fresh, Preserve it Safe Strawberries

by Karen Blakeslee

MF1178

When preserving fresh foods at home, follow proper techniques to prevent foodborne illness. These tested methods can be used to process strawberries. Revised. 4 pages, color.

Revision Date: Feb 2024

Preserve it Fresh, Preserve it Safe Beans

by Karen Blakeslee

MF1179

When preserving fresh foods at home, follow proper procedures to prevent foodborne illness. The following safety-tested methods can be used for preserving snap and Italian beans, and dry beans. Revised. 4 pages, color

Revision Date: Feb 2024

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