Tag: food safety
How to use a meat thermometer
Check out how to use a thermometer for the type of meat you’re cooking.
For sale: Cheap bull and free trade
Despite the bile pouring out the nation’s capital, there still are three daily events in Washington, D.C. that every American can count on: sunrise, sunset and U.S. farm groups’ unwavering support for “free” trade.
West Virginia ag department plans food safety classes for producers
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA) will sponsor a variety of food safety classes in conjunction with the West Virginia Small Farm Conference, to be held Feb. 25-27 at the Charleston Civic Center.
Pa. Department of Agriculture issues Pasture Maid whole milk advisory
Consumers who purchased Whole Milk (labeled as pasteurized) bottled by Pasture Maid Creamery in New Castle, Pennsylvania, are being told to discard the milk.
Produce safety rule to change the way fresh fruit, vegetables are...
Ever since the Food Safety Modernization Act was signed into law in January 2011 and the act’s Produce Safety Rule was proposed two years later, fruit and vegetable growers have waited for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to finalize the regulations they will be expected to follow on the farm.
FDA finalizes produce safety rules
After years of planning, public comments and revision, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has finalized the rules governing produce safety and the auditing of food imported into the U.S.
Safe summer grilling (Infographic)
Fire up the grill this summer and keep these grilling safety tips in mind.
Here’s the scoop on summer food safety
Having a picnic this weekend for the Fourth of July? Make sure your food is prepared and served safely by following these tips.
Here’s the scoop on grilling safety
Whether you’re grilling steaks, burgers or pork chops, keep food safety in mind.
How to safely can food: 4 tips for home food preservation
Canning is a popular method to preserve food at home. Before you can, make sure you’re doing so safely.
