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04/16/2019
Science:
Is it Safe to Eat Easter Eggs?
Yes! Easter eggs (aka hard-boiled eggs) can be a delicious snack – but it is important to follow food safety guidelines....
Science
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01/31/2019
On the Farm:
Are Pesticides Safe for Food Consumption?
Food safety is an important issue and there have been conversations about food safety and pesticide use. We’re taking a...
On the Farm
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12/10/2018
Food:
Sending Cookies as Gifts? Tips to Help Them Last
It’s the season for sending gifts and packages to loved ones near and far; some will include gifts that were carefully...
Food
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11/16/2018
Food:
Got Thanksgiving Leftovers? Keep Them Safe.
What’s your favorite Thanksgiving food? Cast your vote in the poll below! One of our favorite things about the big meal...
Food
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10/16/2018
Health:
Why Are Animals Given Hormones? Part 3
All living plants and animals naturally produce hormones and sometimes farmers given animals additional hormones. We have...
Health
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09/26/2018
Food:
Should I Wash Fresh Fruit in Vinegar?
Should you wash fresh fruit in vinegar? Does vinegar remove bacteria from fruits and vegetables? A Facebook post says a...
Food
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07/25/2018
Food:
Is It Safe to Eat From Food Trucks?
Food trucks and outdoor vendors at fairs and festivals allow us to enjoy our favorite foods without taking away from the...
Food
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07/17/2018
Health:
What is Listeria?
The recent listeriosis outbreak in Europe has raised questions about Listeria and how to protect ourselves from a possible...
Health
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04/18/2018
Food:
GMOs and Human Health
GMOs – we’ve read about them in the news, have researched their ancient roots and continue to have discussions with...
Food
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04/04/2018
Health:
Is Microwave Cooking Safe?
Microwaves make cooking easier and help save time in the kitchen. However, is using a microwave to cook food safe? And, are...
Health
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02/14/2018
Recipes:
Ready to Try Meal Prepping? Some Tips to Get Started
Meal prepping is one way to help you stay on track with healthy eating. It also helps save time and energy in the kitchen...
Recipes
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10/24/2017
Food:
How Long Does Halloween Candy Last?
You want to make all that candy from Halloween last as long as possible. But just how long can you keep Halloween candy?...
Food
