Contamination in wash and pack areas remains one of the leading causes of foodborne illness outbreaks in fresh produce ...

In this guide, we outline food safety best practices for post-harvest handling and washing of elderberries destined for human consumption in the form of value-added products such as tea, syrup, juices ...

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is offering the following food safety reminders to help Michiganders prepare for 4th of July picnics and barbecues: ...

MDARD says it’s important to practice good hand hygiene while preparing and handling food. Those steps include using soap and ...

A brand of bologna is getting recalled by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service due to a ...

Wild hogs are found in all 67 counties of Florida, according to the Department of Agriculture at the ... be avoided during capture and handling because of their ability to cause painful injuries. Yes, ...

The USDA has disbanded two food safety advisory committees in alignment with President Trump’s directive to downsize bureaucracy and cut costs.

The FDA has advised pet food companies to revisit food safety plans as a growing number of cats have gotten sick or died from eating food contaminated with bird flu.

News As Thanksgiving approaches, USDA offers tips for safe food handling practices Published: Nov. 25, 2024, 8:00 a.m.

As the holiday season approaches, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is reminding Americans to take extra precautions when handling food.