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Extension offers a wealth of educational programs that help people make healthier, better-informed decisions and grow our economy. Programs cover a variety of areas from local foods and food safety to gardening and environmental efforts.

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All Things Lemon!

With Spring in the air and Easter just around the corner, it’s time to turn heavy Holiday deserts and …

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day

St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday known for parades, shamrocks and all things Irish. From leprechauns to the color …

Is Your Chicken Tired?

Chicken is a super healthy protein, but are there days you feel like you have eaten so much chicken …

Cranberry Desserts, Sauce and More

Holidays are time to take advantage of very tangy cranberry for more than just cranberry sauce. Cranberries are terrific …

Food Gifts to Make and Take

The Holidays are a terrific time to say a big thanks and of course Merry Christmas to friends, family …

Healthier Holiday Breakfasts

During leisurely Holiday mornings, breakfast often has a chance to take center stage. Most of these recipes can be …

Plan Your Holiday Pies!

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it is time to start making out menus and deciding on which pie …

Take Control When Dining Out

The Holidays are looming on the horizon, which means celebrating and enjoying time with friends, and often this includes …

Thirty Minute Meals

Healthy 30-Minute Meals to Keep Your Family on Track Through the Holidays! During the Holiday rush between Halloween and New …

Recent Publications related to Health & Nutrition

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Growing Strawberries in Childcare Center Gardens

Strawberries are the perfect fruit for early childcare centers. Their life cycle is short (planted …

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Snacking and Cooking With Cool-Season Produce From Childcare Production Gardens

This publication includes simple recipes that childcare center cooks and educators can use to engage …

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Snacking and Cooking with Warm-Season Produce from Childcare Production Gardens

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Growing and Cooking Fruits and Vegetables at Childcare Centers

This factsheet summarizes the benefits of fruit and vegetable gardening with children. It includes age-appropriate …

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Growing Cool-Season Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens

This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, cool-season vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. This is …

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Growing Warm-Season Fruits and Vegetables in Childcare Production Gardens

This publication focuses on easy-to-grow, child-friendly, warm-season fruits and vegetables suitable for childcare center gardening. …

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Creating Childcare Center Production Gardens

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COVID-19 General Guidance for Retail Food Environments

This factsheet offers guidance for retail establishments during a viral respiratory outbreak, like the coronavirus …

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