Food Safety

Canning jars and lids
Successful Home Canning Starts with Jars and Lids
Successful canning starts with the use of jars in good condition and new lids with new or used ring bands in good condition. Learn More
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Jams, Jellies and Pickles Need Safe Processing to be Considered Safely Sealed
Safe processing methods are crucial steps in ensuring that home-canned jams, jellies and pickles are safe, shelf-stable, and of good quality. Boiling ... Learn More
5 open canning jars containing dried beans, lentils, and corn kernels
Simply Put: “Dry Canning” Is Not Canning
“Dry Canning” is not canning. There are many issues that lead to safety concerns with this method of sealing jars of food. Learn More
interactive story map
Why Explore the “Farm Resilience” StoryMap?
The “Farm Resilience That Pays Off” interactive StoryMap offers a valuable tool for farmers looking to strengthen their operations through climate-sma... Learn More
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Tuition-free Meat Processing & Food Safety Certificate
Program Helps New Hampshire Agricultural Community
The University of New Hampshire now offers a free Meat Processing and Food Safety Certificate program, funded by the New Hampshire Department of Agric... Learn More
resized thermometer
Using a Bimetallic Stemmed Thermometer in a Home Kitchen
A bimetallic stemmed thermometer is an important tool for keeping track of food temperatures
A bimetallic stemmed thermometer is an important tool for keeping track of food temperatures. Learn More
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SAFE for Food Pantries Class Series
SAFE for Food Pantries Class Series Learn More
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SAFE for Food Service Workers and Volunteers Class Series
SAFE Food Handling for Foodservice Workers Class Series Learn More
box of garden produce
Important Food Safety Information for Donating Produce to Food Pantries
New Hampshire food pantries benefit from fresh produce that is safely grown, harvested and donated by community members
World Food Safety Day, observed on June 7, serves as a global reminder of the critical role safe food plays in our lives. Produce from home gardens ca... Learn More
Thanksgiving meal with turkey and side dishes
Thanksgiving Food Safety Basics
Keep bacteria, viruses and other unwanted guests away from holiday festivities
Keep bacteria, viruses and other unwanted guests away from holiday festivities with these food safety basics for Thanksgiving. Learn More