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National Farmers Market Week
🌽🥕 National Farmers Market Week (August 2–8) is the perfect time to support local farmers while enjoying fresh, seasonal produce! Keep your purchases safe by selecting quality fruits and vegetables, separating raw meats from produce, and refrigerating perishable items as soon as you get home. Learn more about making the most of your farmers market…
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Back to School Month
Back-to-school season can be busy, but a little planning can help your family save time, reduce waste, and make the most of your grocery budget. Preparing meals and snacks ahead of time can also make hectic school mornings and evenings less stressful. Try these simple tips: Plan meals and snacks for the week before shopping.Make…
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More Herbs, Less Salt Day
Celebrate August 29th – Herbs and spices enhance food with flavor and color—without adding salt, fat, or sugar. They also help introduce new tastes and make meals more appealing. Though often used interchangeably, herbs and spices differ. Herbs come from the leaves of low-growing plants (like parsley, basil, or thyme) and are sold fresh, dried,…
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Better Breakfast Month
September is Better Breakfast Month According to a survey, 43% of people say convenience is the biggest factor in their breakfast choices.With just a few small changes to your usual morning routine, you can create a healthy breakfast that works for your lifestyle. Aim to “break the fast” with a meal that includes at least…
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September is Food Safety Education Month
Every day, you handle, cook, and prepare food for yourself and your loved ones. The steps you take can mean the difference between a healthy meal and a serious case of foodborne illness. Each year, 1 in 6 Americans gets sick from contaminated food. The good news? Most cases are preventable. Take time this month…
