US Department of Agriculture
Filtering Water Before It Heads Downstream
A new USDA initiative is helping improve water quality from farm to city.
US Department of Agriculture
A Flash of Food Safety Handwashing: Why to Wash Your Hands
Food handlers can spread germs from their hands to food. When someone eats the contaminated food they may become sick with a foodborne illness. Proper handwashing is one of the most important things a food handler can do to keep the...
US Department of Agriculture
A Flash of Food Safety Handwashing: How to Wash Your Hands
Food handlers can spread germs from their hands to food. When someone eats the contaminated food they may become sick with a foodborne illness. Proper handwashing is one of the most important things a food handler can do to keep the...
US Department of Agriculture
A Flash of Food Safety Calibrating a Thermometer: Ice Water Method
When food is prepared or held at improper temperatures, harmful bacteria can grow inside of the food making it unsafe to eat. Using an accurate food thermometer to monitor food temperatures can help ensure the safety of your food. It is...