Attractive food products sell better. Attractiveness applies to both the appearance of the food and how it is packaged or displayed....
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - The Alabama Cooperative Extension System has the privilege of assisting Alabamians through a range of topics from ...
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Meat sanitation practices reduce spoilage and provide a longer product shelf life. Learn processes to prevent contamination an...
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Each growing season, producers must decide how and where to sell their crops. Farmers markets, grocery stores, roadside stands, and wholesal...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – Sunshine, hot dogs and cold drinks just about sums up a good Memorial Day. As people gather with friends and fam...
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Benefits of Produce Safety Training
Produce safety training is not just about produce safety. Implementing practices required by auditors i...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – From jams and jellies to muffins and cookies, selling certain food items from the home is an option for many Ala...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. – When people think of myths, they think of creatures such as big foot or the Loch Ness monster. However, there ar...
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Freezing fresh fruit to retain optimal texture and nutrients is as easy as following a few simple, proven steps.
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Drying is the oldest method of preserving vegetables. It is easy and can be the least expensive method too. Most can be stored for 6...
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How long can you keep luncheon meats in the refrigerator, leftovers in the freezer, flour in the cupboard? You’ll find the a...
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Foodborne illness (food poisoning) is costly, both in dollars and in lives. The economic cost in the United States alone has topped ...
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