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Read article: Before you plant that field with fruits and vegetables
Before you plant that field with fruits and vegetables
One of the key decisions farmers make is about where to plant crops. This question becomes even more important if you plan to grow fresh fruits and...
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Read article: Protect your customers and loved ones from Norovirus
Protect your customers and loved ones from Norovirus
Norovirus is the number one cause of foodborne disease outbreaks in the United States...
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Read article: 6 reasons to use soaked foods in the kitchen
6 reasons to use soaked foods in the kitchen
Water is amazing, right! Human bodies contain around 60% water; it's part of our natural environment from...
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Read article: Safely storing store-bought eggs
Safely storing store-bought eggs
Eggs are a tasty and easy-to-prepare source of protein. But when storing and handling them safely, you might have some questions. How long do eggs...

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Get your certified food protection manager certification
FREEPORT, Ill.--Americans love dining out. Whether we are celebrating a special occasion or simply eating on the go, eating out is very much a part of our lives. With an ever-growing number of individuals eating out, it is more important than ever to ensure consumers have exceptional, high-...
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Certified Food Protection Manager Training Offered
Do you currently have a position handling food or are you looking to find a job in the food industry?  If so, consider becoming a Certified Food Protection Manager. The Illinois Department of Public Health requires retail food establishment managers to obtain an American National Standards...
What to know about avian flu in wild birds, poultry, and pets in Illinois
URBANA, Ill. — The nationwide spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza, HPAI, also known as avian or bird flu, has many in Illinois concerned about livestock, pets, wildlife, food safety, and public health.HPAI is an extremely contagious and frequently deadly respiratory disease for...
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Illinois Extension's health education transforms lives in Illinois communities
URBANA, Ill. — In line with Illinois' land-grant mission, University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, fosters knowledge, and builds partnerships to support individuals and communities. In 2023, the team members working in Extension's Family and Consumer Sciences program areas...