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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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. - Those who have chickens may find the laying hens in the back yard provide more eggs than a family can use before g...
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This video from Christy Mendoza, an Alabama Extension food safety and quality regional agent, serves as an introduction to canning and discu...
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Fruits are the shining stars of summer. Jams, jellies, marmalades, conserves and butters are the perfect way to capture them. Preservi...
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AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala.—Summer heat means summer squash and zucchini are now in season. Whether the garden bounty is plentiful or the Farm...
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The Alabama Cottage Food Law went into effect in 2014 and provides guidance and information for cottage food entrepreneurs. The law states t...
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