Food Pantry

FSM 229: Are You Confused by Date Labels on Food Products?

Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, I’m Susie Craig. Confused by date labels on food products? You are not alone. “Use By”, “Best By”, and other dates on labels vary by manufacturer and regulators, state by state. Consumers don’t know if they are more reflective of freshness and quality or related to increased risk […]

FSM 058: Cleaning and Organizing Your Food Pantry

Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. When’s the last time you cleaned your pantry? A supply of shelf stable food is a great way to prepare for power outages and natural disasters. For many families, however, the pantry fills up with newly purchased items pushing older food […]