Food Safety

A state law that went into effect September 1, 2015, allows small honey producers to sell their honey in Texas, under certain conditions, without having to obtain a state license as a food manufacturer or comply with all of the state regulations for food manufacturers. This publication explains the new law as well as other federal, state, and local restrictions that may apply to honey sales.

Honey is a sweet, golden fluid made from the nectar of flowers. The flavor and aroma vary according to the predominating kind of flower the bees visit. Besides discussing the nature and nutritive value of honey, its place in the diet, and related information, this leaflet includes suggestions and recipes for using honey in the […]

Besides discussing the nature and nutritive value of honey, its place in the diet, and related information, this leaflet includes suggestions and recipes for using honey in the home. (9 pages).

These proven beef quality practices are simply better methods of doing the same jobs you’re already doing.

The Texas 4-H Family & Community Health Program provides a variety of resources and opportunities to learn about nutrition, interior design, consumer education and more.

Better Living for Texans program provides research and evidence-based nutrition, health and wellness knowledge to empower individuals, families, and communities to make positive changes for healthier lives.

Want to boost your beef sales? Our three-hour online course is perfect for you! Learn all about the legal and economic considerations for selling beef directly to customers.

Interested in selling food at a Texas farmers’ market? Need to know what permits are required? This one hour online course provides valuable information for potential vendors about the rules and regulations of Texas farmers’ markets.

This food handler course in Spanish, accredited with the Texas Department of State Health Services, will allow food service employees, cottage food business operators, or others to meet the requirement of having a food handler or food safety course. Participants will learn basic food safety practices for the preparation of food.