Category Archives: Food Safety

#producechat

Cindy Brison (@Momof3RD) & Audra Losey (@AudraLosey) will host a Twitter Chat about time saving tips on preparing and eating fresh produce. Join us Thursday, August 14 at 12:00-1:00 PM CST on Twitter to participate in the conversation. Use the hashtag #producechat on all your tweets. What questions do you have about fresh produce? Direct message your questions to @AudraLosey and we will be sure to get them answered during the live
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Cantaloupe: Makes for a Sweet Treat

By the calendar, summer has been in full swing, but here in Nebraska we are just starting to have the weather that truly indicates that we are in the midst of summer -- HOT TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY. And when the temperatures climb so does my craving for traditional summer fruits - MELONS. Melons make for a refreshing and lower calorie treat during the warmer months of the year. And is one of the most widely enjoyed fruits in people's kitchens and was
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Become a Produce Pro

Whether you purchase your produce at a grocery store, farmers market, or pick your own, everyone should follow a few simple steps to protect themselves and their family from a food-borne illness.  Partnership for Food Safety Education and Fight BAC!® has developed six simple steps to follow as you enjoy the seasons fresh harvest. Step 1: CHECK . . . that the fresh fruits and vegetables are not bruised or damaged. As this allows
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