Episode Transcription I’m Susie Criag, welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. Is rain barrel water safe for use in school gardens? While rain barrels are excellent tools for teaching water conservation, their collected water may not be suitable for edible crops. Most rain barrel water originates from roofs and gutters, potentially containing contaminants, including […]
Episode Transcription Welcome to Food Safety in a Minute from Washington State University Extension. Food grown and harvested in school gardens are a wonderful way to experience real-life applications of science, agriculture, horticulture, ecology, and nutrition. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or involved in school food service, it’s important to practice food safety from the […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. The Ballard Farmers Market was the first to open in Seattle this year. Working with the mayor and health department, they developed guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Stay home, stay safe, and stay healthy.
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Prevent the Spread of COVID-19. Stay at home orders from the governor mean just that. Stay at home. For all us, this transition is challenging. A month ago, we were commuting, working out at gyms, shopping, going to movies and inviting friends over for dinner. This […]
Episode Transcription Welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. Did you know 4-H members exhibiting livestock at fairs follow practices to keep your family safe while visiting and learning about their animals? 4-Hers follow fair Exhibitor Guides developed from the Centers for Disease Control to prevent disease associated with animals in public settings. Their livestock […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Will you be visiting a county or state fair this summer? Fairs, families and food are a winning combination for many Americans. Funnel cakes, elephant ears, burgers, fried pickles, cotton candy in a bag, and kettle corn are some of the […]
Episode Transcription For Food Safety in a Minute, this is Susie Craig. Fairs and petting zoos are wonderful places for children to interact with animals while learning about agriculture. Frequently they offer opportunities for children to touch, pet, or feed animals. While serious illnesses resulting from visiting petting zoos at fairs and festivals are relatively […]