NC State Extension Programs Food Safety Courses
Visit our website for a list of upcoming Food Safety Courses offered through NC State Extension and the Department …
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Subscription OptionsNC Ag Awareness Day - March 20, 2019
NC Ag Awareness Day at the General Assembly is March 20, 2019. Please save this date, make plans to …
FBNS Charcuterie Workshop
FBNS Charcuterie Workshop April 1, 8, 15, & 29, 2019 • Raleigh, NC This short course is designed for the professional …
Avoid Norovirus During the Holidays
People who study foodborne illness don’t get foodborne illness. Right? I thought that because I knew so much about preventing foodborne …
Making Sure Holiday Meals Are Ready on Time and Handled Safely
I’m one of those people that generally wants to know exactly how to do things the way they’re intended …
A Holiday Gift That Shows You Care
Nothing says “I care about you” like giving a thermometer for a holiday gift. No, seriously. A few years ago, after …
NC Farmers Hurricane Disaster Relief--Farmers Urged to Sign Up by the Dec. 10 Deadline
Farmers with damage from Tropical Storm Michael may be eligible for disaster assistance from the Hurricane Florence Agricultural Disaster …
Safely Savor the Season at Your Next Holiday Gathering
One characteristic of American culture that I never thought about much until working in food safety is how we …
Why You Need a Food Thermometer on Thanksgiving
A few years ago, after I started working in food safety, I had this brilliant idea to get my …
EI4F - Upcoming Holiday Closure
Please be aware that the last date for 2018 submissions is December 12, 2018. The Entrepreneurial Initiative for Food …
FDA Food Labeling Guidance, Regulations, and RACC’s
All foods sold in packages are required to have a food label. The FDA has established food-labeling regulations and …
2018 Dogwood Section IFT Fall Meeting and Food Expo
The Dogwood Section, Institute of Food Technologists will be holding their 2018 Food Industry Expo in Concord, North Carolina …
FDA 2018 Food Facility - Biennial Registration Renewal Period Active NOW
Owners, operators, or agents in charge of food facilities are required to submit their 2018 Biennial Registration Renewal between …
Guidance for Industry: Evaluating the Safety of Flood-Affected Food Crops for Human Consumption
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided guidance for situations under which farms may be affected by flooding …
Prepare for Food Safety During Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence is headed our way, so take time to make sure your food and beverages will be safe …
Is Your Home Hurricane Ready?
While Hurricane Florence is moving closer to land, there is still time to perform simple actions to get your …
Family Communication Plan for Emergencies
All families need a plan for how they will communicate during times of emergencies. During disasters, you may be …
Hurricane Preparedness -- Are You Ready?
Hurricane Florence is churning in the Atlantic and headed to North Carolina later this week. Whether you are are …
Food Entrepreneurs Credit EI4F for Market Successes
Hundreds of food entrepreneurs have been assisted by our Entrepreneur Initiative for Food (EI4F) program since we launched it …
The Ready Campaign Suggests Using National Parents to Day to Help Prepare Families for Emergencies
With hurricane season upon us, now is the time to prepare for disasters and emergencies. The Ready Campaign suggests …