Pollinator Photography Contest Sponsored by NC Community Garden Partners and NC A&T University
Thank you to everyone that participated in the “Hatch Butterflies” program when 4-H Embryology took a break due to …
Food Safety & Processing
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Summer Grilling Has Begun
Memorial Day usually starts the summer get-togethers. Many of us like using our grills in the summer months. Here …
Researched Based Food Preservation Classes
As our growing season begins, we will be partnering with Haywood and Buncombe Counties to have food preservation classes. …
Time to Check Canning Equipment
April is the time to get out your canning equipment and make sure you are ready for the canning …
Update on HPAI From NCDA State Veterinarians
Youth Flock Owners: Please read the latest update from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services released on …
Be a Hunger Hero: North Carolina Youth Institute
All high school youth are invited to join us for the 2022 North Carolina Youth Institute, a program that provides …
Be Food Safe Prepared During Power Outages
August and September can bring storms like Fred and Ida which result in power outages. Sometimes it means we …
Steps for Farms Assessing Flood Damage
Flooding impacts from the dramatic rain event on August 17th have had devastating effects on farms across the region. …
WNC Ferment On!
Have you ever wanted to learn to Ferment foods? In this five-week series, we will demonstrate and share resources …
Making Thanksgiving Safe Without Missing People Too Much
Thanksgiving starts off the holiday season for many of us. It can be full of family and friends gathering …
USDA to Fund NC State-Led Group on COVID-19 Food Safety
North Carolina State University experts will lead a national project for COVID-19 research and outreach to the food sector …
Enjoy Safe Infused Water
With the hot summer months still here, a refreshing treat can be getting some infused water to help replenish …
Helping Farm Workers at Produce Farms Understand COVID-19
The NC State University Produce Safety Team has created training videos in English and Spanish to help farmworkers better …
Take the Pledge - Count on Me NC
We all have a role to play in keeping our communities safe and healthy. When visiting restaurants, businesses, and …
Learn How NC FarmLink Can Help Farmers and Farm Workers Find Each Other!
Online Webinar, Thursday, April 8, 6 to 7.30 p.m. COVID-19 is placing new and unforeseen challenges on-farm labor – getting employees …
Bridging the GAPs: Approaches for Treating Preharvest Agricultural Water On-Farm
Fruit and vegetable growers are continually assessing their operations to determine where they can limit risk and increase productivity. …
Training Event for Law Enforcement Offered in August 2018
8/15/2018 – On Thursday, August 30, 2018, a third hemp training event will be held for law enforcement in …
JAN 27 Produce Safety Alliance Grower's Training for the Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA)
This one-day training course will be held at the Mountain Horticulture Research and Extension Center in Mills River on January …
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Recent Publications related to Food Safety & Processing
Identifying and Responding to Factors That Can Affect Egg Quality and Appearance
This publication is a useful resource that shell egg producers can use to identify egg …
5/10/22
Producing and Marketing Strawberries for Direct Market Operations
This booklet provides an overview of production costs and marketing strategies that growers should consider …
5/9/22
Insurance Coverage Options for Fresh Produce Growers
This publication provides information to help produce growers understand the variety of insurance coverage or …
4/12/22 — Food Safety
Aflatoxins and Animal Food Safety
This factsheet covers the guidelines and mitigation for aflatoxins in animal food in North Carolina.
Proper Postharvest Cooling and Handling Methods
This publication provides information on cooling basics, common produce cooling methods and other steps for …
11/4/21 — Postharvest Technology Series
Packaging Requirements for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
This publication describes types of packaging for fresh fruits and vegetables, including each packaging's functions, …
11/4/21 — Postharvest Technology Series
HACCP in Your School
This manual covers Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), a food safety plan for schools …
10/6/21
Safe Food After a Flood
This factsheet offers information on how to deal with food that may have come into …
8/4/21 — Disaster Recovery