Posts Tagged ‘food safety’
Storing Fruits and Veggies Safely
When you handle and store fruits and vegetables correctly, they stay fresh and safe for the children in your care. Our partners at ICN have tips for cleaning and storing produce to help prevent waste and keep food safe.
Read MoreFood Safety Tips
September is National Food Safety Education Month. Not only is it important for you to make sure the food you serve to those in your care are safe, following food safety best practices can help avoid illness for yourself and those around you. Our partners at the International Food Information Council have resources to help you stay on top of food safety best practices.
Read MoreProcuring Local Meat, Poultry, Seafood, Game, and Eggs
This memo clarifies the regulatory requirements related to food safety and answers specific questions related to local meat, poultry, seafood, game, and eggs.
Read MoreKeeping Food Safe in Summer Heat
Staying cool may be challenging during summer, especially when buying and transporting groceries. Keeping foods in safe temperatures also requires more attention in the summer. Our partners at ICN have great tips for keeping purchased foods safe between the store and your kitchen, whether in a center or home.
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