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Portion Size: What It Means
Bigger is better, right? No, not necessarily, especially when discussing portions of your food.
Fresh May Not Always Be Best
To have a healthy diet all year long, consider all options (fresh, frozen, and canned) when it comes to eating fruits and vegetables.
One Pot Meals
One pot meals are a simplified method for preparing comfort foods. They are dishes that are easy to make and easy to clean up.
Preparing Freezer Meals
With a little planning and meal preparation, you can have some healthful meals on hand for time crunches and drop in guests.
CSA Subscription ‘Box’
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) subscriptions vary by producers; there is no set rule on the package size or box contents.
Developing a Vision Statement for a Farmers Market
The Vision Statement is a picture of what the market organizers want the market to look and feel like in the future.
Farmers Market Food Safety: At the Market
Displaying food and produce safely requires attention to reducing the risk of contamination.
Drafting Farmers Market Documents: Market Rules
It is strongly recommended that new and existing farmers markets draft rules to govern the daily operation of the market.
Soil Testing for Vineyards in South Dakota
Not all soils are conducive to growing quality grapes, so prospective vineyard sites should be tested before a decision is made to plant grapes. Tests can identify soils that are either too high in pH, salts, or salinity, or that are “too rich” (too high in organic matter and nitrogen) for grapes. In addition, testing before planting allows for the incorporation of nutrients—such as phosphorus—that do not move easily through the soil to plant roots.
Shelf-Stable Foods Save Money and Help Families Stay Prepared
Many people may find themselves feeling worried or concerned about having enough food in their homes. One way to help with these worries and concerns is to purchase canned or dried foods also known as shelf-stable items.