Some synthetic food flavoring additives banned
Last week the FDA announced that it was banning the use of seven synthetic food-flavoring additives that have been linked to the development of cancer.
Food safety tips for packed lunches
If your child wants to bring a packed lunch to school, there are several ways to make sure it's both healthy and safe from foodborne illness.
Pawpaws are making a comeback
Pawpaws are growing in popularity as part of the healthy food movement. Learn more about pawpaws and their health benefits.
Dinner Guest: Home is where the food is
By Sarah Cross
Everyone creates his own image when you think of “home.” For some, it may be their “home place,” where they were raised....
App helps consumers understand unit price to save on food
The “Spend Smart. Eat Smart.” app can help you calculate unit price in order to compare similar products to get the best value and save money.
New Long-term Study Shows More Benefits of Family Mealtimes
By Julie Garden-Robinson, Food and Nutrition Specialist
One morning as I was brushing my teeth, I heard a snippet on a national news program about...
How to tell the difference between annuals, perennials and biennials
When you’re shopping for seeds, you’ll notice that packets are labeled with perennial, annual or biennial. Here’s a reference guide for telling the difference.
Cost of Thanksgiving dinner falls to $4.89 per person
The average cost of this year’s Thanksgiving dinner for 10 is $48.90 — a 22-cent decrease from last year’s average of $49.12.
Grow your own backyard berries
To grow your own backyard berries make an environment that supports plant health, choose cultivars well suited to the region and provide proper plant care.
USDA food safety tips for areas affected by flooding
Flooding can compromise the safety of stored food. Learn how to reduce food waste and the risk of foodborne illness during times of severe flooding.
