Food Preservation
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Hand Washing
Protect yourself and your family from illness with proper hand washing.
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Dangers of Raw Milk
Raw milk can harbor dangerous bacteria that can pose serious health risks.
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Food Allergies
Food allergies can be life threatening. Knowledge about food allergies can help save a life.
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Food Safety & Health Topics
Safety of Fruits and Vegetables
On Farm Food Safety, Home Gardening Tips, Storing Fresh Produce...
Teaching Food Safety
Food Safety around the Home, Activities, Multimedia…
Acidified Canned Foods
Approved Recipes, Forms, Training Materials, pH Testing, Testing Labs…
Better Process Control School
FDA-Approved Training for Key Canning Industry Personnel...
Emergency Food Safety
Food Safety in an Emergency, When the Power Goes Out, Disaster Network, Safe Drinking Water…
Ask Karen is the new food safety information service available from the United States Department of Agriculture.
Now, automated food safety information is available 24/7 on the prevention of foodborne illness, as well as the safe handling, preparation and storage of meat, poultry and egg products.
MyPyramid offers you a personal eating plan with the foods and amounts that are right for you. Use the advice Inside MyPyramid to help you:
- Make smart choices from every food group.
- Find your balance between food and physical activity.
- Get the most nutrition out of your calories.
- Stay within your daily calorie needs.
UW-Extension educators are available across the state to help answer your questions. Fast access to your county office is here. THere are also state specialists in areas such as agriculture and family living.
Training Announcements
Master Food Preserver - 2010
This 3-day training is for extension educators and community volunteers.
For more information, click HERE.
Wisconsin Acidified Canned Foods
This workshop is for small businesses canning salsa, pickles and other acidified foods for sale in Wisconsin.
For more information, click HERE.
Better Process Control School
This FDA-approved training is for key canning industry personnel.
- March 1-5, 2010
- Crowne Plaza Hotel, Madison, WI
For more information, click HERE.
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