The following publications cover topics related to Food Safety. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.
Working Together to Reduce Food Waste — Extension Fact Sheet
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The USDA estimates that 30 to 40% of edible food in the US currently goes to waste. This lesson will focus on how consumers can reduce their own food waste.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2024, No. 1 (January/February)
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Home Canning for Family vs. Home Canning for Sale
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2023, No. 6 (November/December)
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Pumpkins galore! Pumpkin bread, muffins, soup, desserts and beverages are very popular in the fall and winter.
Jump Ahead With Food Safety Board Game Poster
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This 11-by-17-inch poster is designed to be the Jump Ahead with Food Safety game board. It is one posters designed to be used with the Show Me Nutrition, Second Grade curriculum.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2023, No. 5 (September/October)
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Learn about why the acidity of vinegar matters in home-preserved foods and why kimchi has become a trendy fermented food.
Food Safety Tips for Consumers: Kitchen Cleaning
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It’s important to keep your kitchen clean, because germs can easily lurk on the surfaces you touch frequently. Maintaining a clean kitchen can help decrease your risk of contracting a foodborne illness. Get some kitchen cleaning tips.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2023, No. 4 (July/August)
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Learn about the possibility of using a ceramic cooktop when canning and how to make mango chutney.
Food Safety Tips for Consumers: Meal Delivery Services
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It’s important to keep food safety in mind when receiving meal deliveries or getting groceries delivered. Foodborne illnesses can occur when food isn’t handled properly. Get tips for keeping food delivered to your home safe in this fact sheet.
Food Safety Tips for Consumers: GMOs
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Genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, are foods developed using genetic engineering. Learn some basic information about labeling requirements and food safety in this fact sheet.
Vacuum and Reduced Oxygen Packaging
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Reduced oxygen packaging of meats and food may offer some benefits, but you need to understand the food safety concerns and know the regulations tied to this type of packaging. Learn about these safety concerns and how to mitigate them in this fact sheet.
Regulations for Selling Safe Canned Foods in Missouri — Fact Sheet
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The following abstract describes a publication that is only available as a downloadable PDF.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2023, No. 2 (March/April)
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Learn about canning options for preserving food safely, from boiling water bath canners to pressure canners, and tips for homemade fruit roll-ups.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2023, No. 1 (January/February)
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Canning homemade soup? Learn safe pressure canning techniques and try a seasonal orange marmalade recipe in this food preservation guide.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2022, No. 6 (November/December)
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Learn how to safely preserve foods for the holidays, including tips on canning, pickling, and handling home-processed gifts for safe consumption.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2022, No. 5 (September/October)
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Learn how to safely store canned goods and dry apples at home with research-backed tips for quality and food safety.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2022, No. 4 (July/August)
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Ensure safe food preservation with expert advice on testing canner gauges, preserving zucchini, and freezing summer squash for later use.
5 Steps to Buying Meat Direct From the Farm
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If you are interested in buying meat from a local farmer, in quarters or halves, review these five considerations: how much meat your family can consume and what cuts to buy, sourcing an animal, finding a local meat processor, costs, and timing.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2022, No. 2 (March/April)
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Learn safe food preservation practices, including pickling tips and storage guidelines to keep your homemade foods fresh and safe.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2022, No. 1 (January/February)
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Learn safe food preservation tips, including proper canning techniques and the risks of using the wrong jars or lids in the process.
Method of Retail Sale for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
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If you are selling fruits or vegetables direct to consumer through a farmers market, farm stand, or other means, it is important that you sell produce by the proper method, as indicated in the tables in this guide.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2021, No. 6 (November/December)
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Learn safe methods for canning and food preservation, including tips on hot sauce preparation, pressure canner testing, and more for home food preservers.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2021, No. 5 (September/October)
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Learn safe methods for canning meats, soups, and more to preserve food at home. Ensure safety and quality with proven guidelines for home canning.
Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: 2021, No. 4 (July/August)
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Learn safe methods for preserving elderberries and drying herbs, including proper sugar ratios for jam and jelly, and tips for air drying and dehydrating herbs.