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K-State food safety specialist shares do’s and don’ts of canning

  • August 16, 2023
  • By Maddy Rohr
With the beginning of a new school year, parents and caregivers may be concerned about whether children are eating the food in their lunch boxes. The more important concern, though, is whether the food is safe to eat. (Photo courtesy of FAPC.)

K-State food safety expert shares tips for packing school lunches

  • August 9, 2023
  • By Maddy Rohr │ K-State Research and Extension
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  • July 19, 2023
  • By Maddy Rohr │ Kansas State University Research and Extension

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  • March 1, 2020
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  • April 29, 2018
  • By Pat Melgares, Kansas State University
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