Journal photo by Kylene Scott.

The electricity went out—now what?

  • By Holly Miner │ Kansas State University Research and Extension
Thanksgiving turkey (Photo courtesy of Getty Images.)

How to safely prepare your Thanksgiving turkey

Frozen turkeys at a grocery story (Photo: USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service)

Frozen or Fresh: Which Turkey Should You Buy?

Cleaning the kitchen sink. (Photo: iStock - Studio Light and Shade)

The kitchen sink: an overlooked place for food safety

  • By Meredith Carothers │ Food Safety and Inspection Service - USDA
Halloween Jack o Lantern bucket overflowing with candy (Photo: iStock - jenifoto)

No nightmares: K-State expert shares tips for Halloween food safety

(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Surprise dangers in harvest field food

Tailgate season in Texas is a great time to enjoy football, friends and family while practicing food safety. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Michael Miller)

Don’t get sick at the tailgate party

Washing hands is the No. 1 defense against foodborne illness, says Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee. (Photo courtesy of K-State.)

It’s a wash: Clean hands are key to food safety