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RESOURCES
Edited by: Stephanie Wallner, M.S., Mary Schroeder, M.S., R.D, Pat Kendall, Ph.D., R.D., Colorado State - Fall 2006
The University of Georgia National Center for Home Food Preservation is offering a free, self-paced, online course for those wanting to learn more about home canning and preservation. The modules include:
- Introduction to Food Preservation
- General Canning
- Canning Acid Foods
- Canning Low-Acid Foods
This course is offered through the University of Georgia WebCT system. To obtain a registration login, go to http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/.
So Easy to Preserve. The much anticipated 4th edition book is expected to be out in July 2006. Stay tuned!
So Easy to Preserve-DVD. The University of Georgia Extension is now pleased to offer a new So Easy to Preserve video series. Eight shows (20 to 35 minutes each) contain the most up-to-date recommendations for preserving fresh foods and great taste in your home. Features include home canning of tomatoes, vegetables and fruits; freezing fruits and vegetables; drying fruits and vegetables; pickling; making jams and jellies; and, a show devoted to the canned specialties of hot chile salsa, mango chutney and spicy jicama relish. The cost of the DVD is $39.95 and can be ordered at: http://www.uga.edu/nchfp/.
2005 FOOD CODE CHANGES REFLECTED IN 4TH EDITION SERVSAFE®
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has released the 4th edition of ServSafe® training materials, featuring changes based on the 2005 FDA Food Code updates. New to the Instructor Toolkit is added fact sheets, practice quizzes, downloadable posters and in-class activities to supplement the updated PowerPoint presentation, instructor guide and showdown review game. Since the manager's certification exam won't reflect these changes until July 2006, instructors have the option to continue using the 3rd edition materials until that time. An updated video series can be expected in late 2006, or early 2007. More information can be obtained through the website at http://www.nraef.org.
CHILDREN'S BOOK: A VISIT TO THE FARMERS' MARKET
This easy-to-read, picture book promotes the benefits of shopping at a Farmers' Market, while introducing key concepts of nutrition such as importance of variety, color, and freshness of foods. It can be an excellent resource for educators or others who work with WIC, Farmers' Market programs, 5 A Day for Better Health, obesity prevention, family literacy, nutrition and food stamp outreach programs, to mention a few. With so much to see and taste, A Visit to the Farmers' Market is healthy and fun for all ages! The book is 22 pages and costs $4.29, with quantity discounts available. To order: go to http://www.brainchildbooks.homestead.com/NEW.html
