How to start a vegetable garden
Start planning your vegetable garden — learn how to choose a location for your garden, determine what to grow and decide when to plant your vegetables.
How to disinfect drinking water
Learn two ways to disinfect water from natural freshwater sources to use for drinking, cooking, washing dishes and brushing teeth in an emergency.
Food safety and coronavirus
As of this time, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is unaware of any instances suggesting that coronavirus, COVID-19, has been transmitted by foods.
Tips for stocking up in case of emergency
If you're stocking up to prepare for an emergency, or considering it, find out what experts say you actually need.
Study suggests 30% food waste in US
American households waste, on average, almost a third of the food they acquire. This waste could be costing the average household about $1,866 per year.
Coronavirus: How to educate yourself and prepare
What do we know about the coronavirus, where has it spread and how do we prepare? Get the latest CDC information on COVID-19 to better prepare yourself.
New nutrition labels reflect more accurate serving sizes
The nutrition labels on some foods have changed and will soon change on other foods to meet new USDA rules. Here's what you need to know about the changes.
The difference between broth and stock
Stocks and broths are used to make sauces, soups, stews and more. They are similar, but not the same. Knowing the differences can improve your cooking.
Super-safe food for Super Bowl Sunday
There are several steps you can take to ensure that your guests enjoy the game and foods you’re serving without walking away with a case of food poisoning.
Toss it? Is food safe to eat after a flood?
If your home becomes flooded, it is important that you throw away any food that might have come into contact with floodwater.
