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Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.

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Turkey Fryer

Let’s Talk Turkey...

Soon frozen turkeys will be on sale at the grocery store and this is the best buy of the …

Mediterrannean Chicken Wraps

It’s a Wrap!

Sandwich wraps built with on-hand ingredients are easy to prepare for any meal. They travel well and are less …

Summer Green Bean Salad

Summertime Salads

We all know we should be eating more fruits and vegetables. But, admit it…..that’s hard to do. Salads are …

30-minute easy grilled chicken and vegetables

Mother’s Day for a Foodie!

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by preparing a special meal …

Ham and Cheese Pull-Apart Bread

Easter Brunches

Celebrate Easter with a brunch this year. If you ever wanted an excuse to eat all of the yummy …

Peanuts Are a Heart Healthy Food

As we continue to celebrate Heart Healthy in the month of February let’s include Peanuts! Peanuts are among the …

Infused Water Recipes

Make Room for Water Wellness

“Make room for water wellness” means to actively incorporate drinking more water into your daily routine, prioritizing it as …

Chicken Noodle Soup

Enjoy Delicious Soups and Stews

In Winter, we want something warm and hearty to eat. Almost nothing is more satisfying than staying in and …

The Best Coleslaw

We All Need to Eat Cabbage!

Despite its impressive nutrient content, cabbage is often overlooked. While it may look a lot like lettuce, it actually …

Carrot Juice

Acid Reflux?

If you are having trouble with acid reflux? Heartburn is a burning feeling in the chest caused by stomach …

Recent Publications related to Health & Nutrition

Farmers' Market Tours: A Guide for Nutrition Educators

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Pickle and Pickle Product Problems

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This factsheet describes how to safely thaw frozen foods.

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Barriers and Strategies to Connecting Urban Audiences to Wildlife and Nature: Results from a Multi-Method Research Project

This publication summarizes the findings of a research project aimed at understanding urban audiences, identifying …

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trimming local green beans

Best Practices for Utilizing Local Food in Nutrition Education and Cooking Classes

This publication provides practical tips on how to promote health eating by incorporating fresh, local …

10/27/25Local Foods
4-H students hold chickens.

4-H Chicken Donation: Embryology to Harvesting

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses 4-H projects that …

10/27/25Local Foods

Food Pantry Produce Markets

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses setting up a …

10/27/25Local Foods
People work in a community food garden.

Master Gardener Volunteers and Community / Home Gardens

This publication, part of the Farm to Food Bank Resource Guide, discusses using community and …

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