Episode Transcription I’m Susie Craig from Washington State University Extension. On January 1st, this year, California began requiring baby food testing for heavy metals: Arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury. They require a minimum of monthly testing of a representative sample of baby food which is sold, held, or distributed in California. Results will be available […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Summer entertaining with family and friends is just around the corner. An oftenoverlooked aspect of entertaining guests is asking about food allergies. Food allergies can trigger reactions ranging from being uncomfortable to life-threatening emergencies. Checking with guests beforehand, you can tailor […]
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. It’s important to assess school gardens for lead in soil. Start by asking if soil for inground gardens has been evaluated. If not, it’s easy to buy a test kit online or ask a Master Gardener for help. Elevated lead levels […]
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, welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. In late 2023, three companies voluntarily recalled specific applesauce products due to elevated levels of lead and chromium. WanaBana recalled apple cinnamon pouches of fruit puree, the Schnucks Company cinnamon-flavored applesauce and variety packs, and Weis recalled cinnamon applesauce. If you’re […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Truth or myth: You should wash ready-to-eat lettuce and leafy greens before eating. This is a myth. According to the Washington State Department of Health, these products are safe to eat. Produced in an inspected facility following Good Manufacturing Practices, sealed […]
Episode Transcription Welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. Is it true prepared food left out for more than two hours may be reheated and safe to eat? According to the USDA, no. People falsely believe reheating food always makes it safe to eat. Given emphasis of reducing consumer food waste, it may be tempting […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, I’m Susie Craig. Do you believe locally produced organic food is always safe, that it will not cause foodborne illness? This is a myth. There are great reasons to support locally produced food and to choose a diet of organic foods. However, when it comes to food safety […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Is it safe to leave food on the countertop for our Super Bowl Party? Unless the Super Bowl game is over in less than two hours, this is not a safe food safety practice. According to the USDA Food Safety and […]