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Meat

SDSU Extension provides meat resources for producers, processors and consumers.

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Helpful Food & Shopping Tips During Unexpected Events

When faced with unexpected events, such as a health crisis or natural disaster, planning meals and grocery shopping often comes to mind along with questions: What should I plan to make? What groceries do I need?

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Nutrition

SDSU Extension works with South Dakotans young and old, teaching them about menus that are healthy, balanced and work within the household budget.

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Kids in the Kitchen

Allowing children to be a part of the planning and prepping process of a meal can have many benefits such as allowing them to learn how to cook, follow instructions, basic math skills, and creativity.

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Back to School Meal Prep Made Simple

Back-to-school season brings so much excitement and chaos, especially when it comes to meals. The good news? With a little planning, back-to-school meal prep can make your hectic weekdays easier!

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Home Food Preservation Self-Study Course

This course provides research-based information on food preservation.

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South Dakota Cottage Home Processing Food Safety

The Cottage Home Processing Food Safety course serves as the approved food safety training for HB1322.

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Family Food Cent$ newsletters

A monthly electronic newsletter for limited resource audiences, including information, tips and recipes.

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Healthy Bean Recipes for Eating on a Budget

Cookbook highlighting beans in both traditional and creative low-cost recipes.

Bananas at a grocery store.

Pick it, Try it, Like it for Grocery Stores and Sampling

Use these Pick it, Try it, Like it materials to educate consumers at farmers' markets or grocery stores.