Rapid Response Center for Food Science

Home and Family

Tips for mailing holiday food gifts

If you’re thinking about mailing food gifts for the holidays this year, there are some extra precautions you should plan for beforehand. Read More

Table is set for Thanksgiving meal with food. (Photo: iStock - ShootingRichard)
Health & Wellness, Home and Family

K-State food scientist shares tips for safe leftovers

State Fairground Farris Wheel Ride with Multicolored Lights Spinning at Sunset along with Carnival Games, Carnival Rides in image. (Photo: iStock - Clayton Piatt)
Home and Family

Food safety tips as fair season approaches



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