A safe food and water supply is at the heart of healthy communities. Michigan State University Extension’s team of dedicated food safety experts can help you — whether you’re looking for evidence-based recipes for canning seasonal produce or you’re an entrepreneur looking to safely launch your Cottage Food business or even cooking for large groups as a volunteer.
Among other offerings, MSU Extension also has experts to help food pantry staff keep their goods and to guide families on how to protect food supply during natural disasters and emergencies. For more information, visit our For Food Pantries website and our Food Safety During Emergencies website.
Have a question?
Not sure if the food in your fridge is safe after a power outage? Do you have questions about safely preserving food at home? Whatever your question, MSU Extension’s food safety experts can help. Call our Food Safety Hotline at 1-877-643-9882, Monday-Friday from 9AM to 5PM, EST.
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Tough Questions
Published on January 16, 2025
A webinar series by MSU’s Food Security Group exploring critical issues in international development research, featuring leading experts tackling ethics, policy pipelines, A.I. impacts, and more. -
Learn more about part 2 of the preventive controls for human food training course
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A new version of the Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) course, PCQI Version 2.0, is coming soon! -
Do you have the right jar for food preservation?
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When it comes time to preserving food in jars, make sure you have done your homework on selecting a jar safe for canning. -
Food allergies and the holidays
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Help your guests avoid allergic reactions. -
Properly storing food in a home freezer
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Properly store food in a freezer to avoid a foodborne illness.
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