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Knife Skills 101

Learn basic knife skills like: How to properly hold a knife How to hone a knife How to perform knife cuts Develop proper …

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It's Time to Talk Turkey!

Thanksgiving will be here before we know it so I want you to begin thinking about food safety to …

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National Pumpkin Day

National Pumpkin Day is October 26th and we are celebrating at the Cooperative Extension Office by offering up some …

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June 7th Is World Food Safety Day

Did you know, unsafe food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemical substances causes more than 200 diseases. Food safety …

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Handling Raw Chicken Safely

Chicken is a versatile and affordable source of lean protein, making it very popular among both beginner and advanced …

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Trusted Food Preservation Resources

Here are some trusted resources to help you with your food preservation questions. The National Center for Home Food Preservation …

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Count on Me NC

NC State Extension, in partnership with NC Department of Health and Human Services, NC Restaurant and Lodging Association and …

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GMO Food Labeling

You may have seen controversy over GMOs and labeling in the media. Keep watching for a breakdown of the …

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May Is National Strawberry Month

These delicious red fruits are great for your heart. They increase HDL (good) cholesterol, lower your blood pressure, and …

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Planning for Canning Season

Canning season is upon us! Follow these quick tips to make sure your equipment is in check for a safe, …

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    Producing and Marketing Strawberries for Direct Market Operations

    This booklet provides an overview of production costs and marketing strategies that growers should consider …

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    Let’s Talk About Risk: A Guide to Identifying, Assessing, Managing, and Communicating Risk

    This publication outlines and describes core concepts of risk that are used in various environmental, …

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    Lactic Acid Fermentation

    This factsheet describes the processes of creating fermented foods like yogurt, pickled vegetables, and sourdough …

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    Measuring the Heat

    Temperature control is essential to food safety, and a thermometer is integral to temperature control. …

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    This FactSheet provides a guide to understanding and addressing PFAS in our communities, which may …

    4/26/23
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    Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide for North Carolina Cooperative Extension

    This publication provides information and success stories related to food banks, food pantries, food donation …

    4/5/23Local Foods
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    Direct to Food Bank and Food Pantry Donations

    This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses food donations given …

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    Best Practices for Utilizing Local Food in Nutrition Education and Cooking Classes

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