Farm bureau: Cost of Thanksgiving dinner increases 14%
Farm bureau's annual survey indicates the average cost of this year's classic Thanksgiving feast for 10 is $53.31 — a 14% increase from last year.
Keep family and friends safe from foodborne illness this Thanksgiving
By following the tips below, you'll lessen the chances of having a visit from foodborne illness — an unwelcome visitor — at your table this Thanksgiving.
How to safely assemble and cook a turducken for Thanksgiving
The complicated assembly of a turducken leaves a lot of room for error. Learn how to safely store, handle and cook a turducken for Thanksgiving.
How to harvest homegrown potatoes
Digging up potatoes isn’t too difficult but there are some considerations for determining the timing and technique to harvest them.
How to carve an original jack-o-lantern
Jack-o-lanterns date back centuries, but they weren't always carved using pumpkins. Discover the origins of the jack-o-lantern and how to carve an original.
Pumpkin carving safety tips
Carving a pumpkin can be a fun, festive, fall family event, but it's important to do so safely. Use these tips to carve your pumpkin safely.
How to harvest and enjoy hazelnuts
Primetime to harvest hazelnuts in the Midwest is from the end of September into October. Learn how to correctly identify, harvest and enjoy them.
How to safely can salsa
Learn how to safely can salsa by using research-tested recipes, following directions and using the right amounts of ingredients to maintain acidity.
Follow food safety with frozen foods
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reminds families to follow food safety practices to prevent foodborne illness when it comes to preparing frozen foods.
How to determine when apples are ready to pick
Learn how to determine when your apples are ripe enough to pick based on variety, color, firmness, seed coats, smell, taste and ease of removal.
