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The only way to properly remove and kill bacteria from raw poultry meat is to thoroughly cook the poultry to a minimum of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. A USDA report now shows that even if consumers don't wash raw poultry, the food safety risk is still present due to other common habits. CAES News
Simple steps keep food safe at home 08/04/11 April Reese Sorrow
Recent salmonella outbreaks linked to ground turkey and papayas thrust national attention on food safety. And while these foods currently hold the spotlight, consumers should take care in how they prepare and serve food at home – or they could make people sick with what they cook, says a University of Georgia food expert.
UGA food scientist Jennifer Cannon conducts research at the Center for Food Safety in Griffin, Ga. CAES News
UGA, others granted $25 million to study foodborne viruses 08/04/11 Sharon Dowdy
Most people have heard of food pathogens like E. coli and salmonella, but the majority of food disease cases are caused by human noroviruses, not food pathogens. Many of these cases are the result of poor hand hygiene practices during food service, said University of Georgia food scientist Jennifer Cannon.
An assortment of jellies sit on display at the Henry County Farmer's Market. CAES News
Jams and jellies: Can at home safely 08/04/11 April Reese Sorrow
Homemade jams and jellies can be a delicious way to extend the summer bounty, but a University of Georgia food preservation expert urges people to follow the rules when canning at home.
Assistant director of the office of college advancement and external affairs CAES News
Parsons named CAES assistant director of college advancement 08/01/11 Sharon Dowdy
University of Georgia alumna Mary Ann Parsons has been named assistant director of the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Office of College Advancement and External Affairs. Parsons’ appointment is effective Aug. 1, 2011.
University of Georgia horticulture professor John Ruter has been awarded the Allan M. Armitage Endowed Professorship for Herbaceous Plant Instruction and Introduction. CAES News
UGA's Ruter named to endowed horticulture professorship 07/28/11 Stephanie Schupska
When University of Georgia horticulture professor Allan Armitage retired in November 2010, he left big shoes to fill. Earlier this month, John Ruter was tapped to continue Armitage’s work as part of the Allan M. Armitage Endowed Professorship for Herbaceous Plant Instruction and Introduction.
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NASCAR driver to headline SE bioenergy conference in Tifton, Ga. 07/28/11 Brad Haire
“Energizing the Southeast” will be the theme of the 6th annual Southeast Bioenergy Conference Aug. 9-11, 2011 at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center in Tifton, Ga.
Drip irrigation helps to keep soil and water from splashing on plants leaves, which helps cut down on plant disease. CAES News
Gardeners grow their own disease problems 07/28/11 April Reese Sorrow
Beautiful plants often don’t live up to their potential. Getting to the root of problems like disease and wilt sometimes starts with a look in the mirror, says University of Georgia experts.
When it comes to staying hydrated, water remains the best choice. University of Georgia Cooperative Extension experts say electrolyte replacement drinks are usually only needed if you participate in intense, strenuous activity for more than 90 minutes. CAES News
Sports, energy drinks not for children and teens 07/28/11 Sharon Dowdy
Parents should use water, not sports and energy drinks, to rehydrate their thirsty children. The American Academy of Pediatrics is coming out against the routine use of sports drinks and is encouraging a complete ban on energy drinks for children and teenagers, says a University of Georgia expert.
Melody Harper - photorgraphy winner - with Gale Cutler CAES News
Master 4-H'ers named at Georgia State 4-H Congress 07/28/11 Sharon Dowdy
Some 175 Georgia 4-H’ers met in Atlanta July 19-22 to vie for 48 coveted Master 4-H’er titles, the youth organization’s highest honor.