April 11, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP Certain foods may contain harmful bacteria that won’t make the general population sick. Still, they can be a problem for the elderly (as well as very young children, pregnant women, and those with chronic illnesses or compromised immune systems). No one has established a given age for […]
April 4, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP Should you eat that slice of meat you just found in the back of the freezer? If you don’t know what it is and how long it’s been there, probably not. That’s just one of the kinds of questions on food safety that the Home and Garden […]
March 28, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP Asparagus is in season during the spring of the year. Give this vegetable just one more try for those of you who have sworn off asparagus because your only taste was the mushy army-green colored stalks from the can. You’re in for a pleasant surprise. Fresh asparagus […]
March 21, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP It seems like there are foods with organic labels on almost every aisle of the grocery store. And not only are organic labels abundant, but they vary from food to food. If you are wondering exactly what these labels mean, the following information will help you make […]
March 15, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP Expectant mothers and those preparing food should be incredibly diligent when following safe food handling recommendations. Any illness a pregnant woman contracts can affect her unborn child, whose immune system is too immature to fight back. Food Safety Tips: Never eat raw meat- such as steak tartare […]
March 9, 2022
Rob Last, Horticultural Agent – Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, and Hampton Fertilization for plants can be essential to ensure optimal growth, development, display (for ornamentals or yields of fruits, nuts, and vegetables. In a nutshell, fertilization relies on four principles referred to as the four R’s. The Right Rate of the Right Product at the Right […]
March 7, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP It’s been a long day at work. You’re tired. You’re ready to sink into the sofa with something cold and refreshing when someone asks: “What’s for supper?” Or, if you’re from north of the Mason-Dixon line, “What’s for dinner?” While you may not want to think about […]
February 28, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP A hot savory meal is good at the end of a workday. It is an excellent time to use your slow cooker for a quick meal after work. There are countless recipes for perfect slow-cooked meals, but safety should be the top priority. So, before you get […]
February 21, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP Storms and heavy winds can arise and create perfect conditions for power outages. Losing power is a hassle, and one of the things we need to consider immediately is the safety of stored food. One of the fundamentals of food safety is temperature. For many perishable foods, […]
February 14, 2022
Christine J. Patrick, County Extension Agent – EFNEP During February, we observe American Heart Month. Do your heart a favor by exercising regularly and eating healthful foods, including plenty of deep red and bright pink fruits and vegetables every day. The “red” color group of fruits and vegetables is rich in many health-promoting and disease-fighting […]
