Food Safety

Events

Serve it Safely Class

January 7, 2025

County

Clark

Certified Food Protection Managers Course

January 23, 2025 - January 24, 2025

County

Macoupin

Cheese, Charcuterie and Culinary Confidence

February 11, 2025

County

Macoupin

Certified Food Protection Managers Course

February 13, 2025 - February 14, 2025

County

Montgomery

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Blog Posts

Don't let foodborne illness crash your holiday party!

November 29, 2024

Although it is the season of giving, foodborne illness is a gift nobody wants! Many of the favorite holiday foods pose a potential health risk if not...

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Shop wisely when thrifting for cooking tools and appliances

August 14, 2024

What's safe to bring into my home? I think about this topic often when I shop in thrift stores. I like...

Considerations before consuming produce following a pesticide misapplication

July 29, 2024

Every summer Extension Pesticide Safety Education Specialists are asked the same type of question repeatedly by home vegetable gardeners. The...

Make use of your extra farm eggs

July 10, 2024

"I have more eggs in the summer than I know what to do with," said a community member calling into my office. If you have...

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News Releases

Extension educator teaching an in person class with audiencie

November 25, 2024

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...

November 22, 2024

Illinois Deer Donation Program evolves to Hunters Feeding Illinois to combat hunger
URBANA, Ill. —  In response to rising food and meat prices and food pantries' difficulties obtaining meat, University of Illinois Extension and key partners launched the Illinois Deer Donation Program in 2022. This initiative initially covered 12 counties and has combated food insecurity by...

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November 4, 2024

Enhance Your Food Safety Skills: Become a Certified Food Protection Manager
Are you currently working in the food industry or seeking a position in this field? Consider becoming a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM)! The Illinois Department of Public Health mandates that managers of retail food establishments obtain an American National Standards Institute (ANSI)...

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October 11, 2024

Learn practical tips to make sourdough bread
URBANA, Ill. — Baking sourdough bread can be a rewarding but sometimes tricky process. Success lies in knowing the essential ingredients, preparation techniques, and baking methods that make it possible.Discover the mysteries behind turning essential ingredients, flour, water, and salt,...

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