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Nutrition and health education

Research-based programs and tips on nutrition, recipes, food safety, food preservation, exercise and health.

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Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: November/December 2020

Publication date: Nov. 1, 2020

Preparing for the Unexpected — Home Canning WaterSevere weather, snowstorms, unexpected power outages — all of these and more may lead to a compromised water supply in your community or home. While commercially bottled water is readily available ...

Nutrient Bar Graph Cards

$30.00

This publication includes cards for more than 40 different foods. Each card, printed on 8 ½ × 11 in. cardstock, includes a large colorful bar graph that displays the percent daily value for many of the nutrients found in each food. This allows for ...

Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: September/October 2020

Publication date: Sept. 1, 2020

Avoid Dangerous Canning MethodsInterest in home gardening has skyrocketed, prompting many people to try home canning for the first time. Due to increased demand, canning equipment is difficult to find. Extension centers are being bombarded with ...

Working Together to Reduce Food Waste Extension — Leader's Guide

Publication date: June 1, 2020

Editor's noteThe following abstract describes a publication that is a downloadable PDF. Please see the link.Londa Nwadike,Kansas State University/University of Missouri ExtensionFood Safety SpecialistKeywordsFood wasteMeal planningStrategic grocery ...

Working Together to Reduce Food Waste Extension — Fact Sheet

Publication date: June 1, 2020

Editor's noteThe following abstract describes a publication that is a downloadable PDF. Please see the link.Londa Nwadike,Kansas State University/University of Missouri ExtensionFood Safety SpecialistKeywordsFood wasteMeal planningStrategic grocery ...

Preserve It Fresh, Preserve It Safe: July/August 2020

Publication date: July 1, 2020

Shop Local and Preserve It SafeDue to supply and demand issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, many consumers are reaching out to local food producers to fill their refrigerators and freezers with meat as well as many other food items. This is a ...

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Featured programs

Family Nutrition Education Program

Providing nutrition education that promotes lifelong health and fitness for individuals and families.

Healthy Homes

Helps participants ask important questions to learn if their homes have hidden health dangers from indoor pollutants.

Missouri AgrAbility

Provides practical education and on-the-farm assistance for farmers with disabilities.

Taking Care of You

Focuses on positive psychology and mindfulness to provide practical, everyday strategies for dealing with life’s challenges.

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy

An eight-week strength training program for older adults.

Stock Healthy, Shop Healthy

A comprehensive, community-based program that allows communities to improve access to healthy, affordable foods from small food retailers – addressing supply and demand simultaneously.

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