A safe food and water supply is at the heart of healthy communities. Michigan State University Extension’s team of dedicated food safety experts can help you — whether you’re looking for evidence-based recipes for canning seasonal produce or you’re an entrepreneur looking to safely launch your Cottage Food business or even cooking for large groups as a volunteer.
Among other offerings, MSU Extension also has experts to help food pantry staff keep their goods and to guide families on how to protect food supply during natural disasters and emergencies. For more information, visit our For Food Pantries website and our Food Safety During Emergencies website.
Have a question?
Not sure if the food in your fridge is safe after a power outage? Do you have questions about safely preserving food at home? Whatever your question, MSU Extension’s food safety experts can help. Call our Food Safety Hotline at 1-877-643-9882, Monday-Friday from 9AM to 5PM, EST.
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Protect yourself from a food allergy reaction
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Implementing the “FIFO” system
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Listeria: A small bacterium with big health consequences
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Don’t let listeria make itself at home in the kitchen
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Listeria in the refrigerator or freezer can cause serious health issues. -
Food preservation gifts to enjoy and inspire!
Published on October 28, 2024
The gift of home-canned food is a gift from the heart that can create happiness and the inspiration to continue a tradition.