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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Remember food safety when you're enjoying fresh fruit and vegetables
Published on June 26, 2024
Michigan-grown produce will start appearing in farmers markets and gardens as we get closer to summer; keep them safe to eat. -
Guidelines for offering samples of food and beverage products at farmers markets
Published on June 21, 2024
Be sure you know these important food safety practices. -
Get a head start on the summer food preservation season
Published on June 14, 2024
Get your equipment ready and learn how to preserve your favorite foods. -
What is a food allergy (FA)?
Published on June 3, 2024
Food allergies have become more common in the past decade. Only a small amount of foods are the cause of 90 percent of allergic food reactions. -
“It’s the right thing to do”: Comfort station for nursing parents at Michigan fair
Published on May 9, 2024
MSU Extension community nutrition instructor Carol Bublitz collaborates with community partners to create a designated private and clean space for nursing parents at St. Clair County 4-H and Youth Fair.