Agrilife Extension Resources
We offer educational resources, including online certifications for Texas food handlers, on cooking and food safety. Whether you are a cottage food producer, a farmer’s market vendor or you are cooking for your family, our resources teach all Texans the basics of safe food handling, preparation, cooking, serving and storing.
Related Departments: Food Science & Technology, Nutrition
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This publication is for food managers in the food-service industry to learn proper food safety practices.
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Judging and Scoring Milk and Identifying Cheeses (USDA) aids students in learning how to correctly identify milk and cheeses by discussing distinguishing tastes and odors.
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Learn how to properly close lagoons, settling basins, and manure storage ponds in CAFOs. This free guide explains approved closure procedures that protect water quality and meet Texas regulatory standards.
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Want to grow raspberries in Texas? This free factsheet teaches you how to grow raspberries using new shade and primocane strategies. Download now and get growing!
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Phomopsis affects grapes in vineyards across Texas—especially in wet, humid regions. This 2-page factsheet gives you expert-backed strategies to identify, manage, and prevent it. Download your free copy now.
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This 48-page free, downloadable publication provides crawfish producers information on successfully raising crawfish in Texas.
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This publication provides an in-depth overview of the various types and sources of nitrogen essential for yeast metabolism during wine fermentation, with a focus on the role of yeast assimilable nitrogen (YAN) in ensuring successful fermentation and wine quality.
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Unlock the science behind pH and its vital role in crafting exceptional wines. This comprehensive guide explores how pH affects wine stability, flavor, and aging potential. Learn practical techniques for managing pH levels to ensure optimal wine quality, especially in warmer climates. Essential reading for winemakers aiming to balance acidity and elevate their wine’s sensory attributes.
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This 2-page fact sheet discusses what Texas rice farmers need to know about rice kernel smut, such as symptoms and management methods.
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This 7-page fact sheet discusses the various causes of cork taint in wine and ways to prevent contamination.