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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Learn about the impact of the Texas Poultry Industry through this publication.
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This 24-page downloadable cookbook contains three days’ worth of recipes that can easily be made with minimal preparation, ingredients, and resources.
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Keep your holidays healthy and happy with our easy-to-follow guide. Get easy tips to prevent foodborne illness at parties. Download now!
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Enjoy safe outdoor grilling with our easy-to-follow guide! Learn easy steps to handle, cook, and store food safely. Download now!
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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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This publication is for food managers in the food-service industry to learn proper food safety practices.
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This publication lists foods that are safe to eat without cooking or refrigeration. There is also a list of supplies you will need when gas and electrical service is unavailable.
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This publication is for food managers in the food-service industry to learn proper food safety practices.
Esta publicación está destinada a que los administradores de alimentos de la industria de servicios de alimentos aprendan las prácticas adecuadas de seguridad alimentaria. - Publication
Lunches taken to school or work can be the cause of food-borne illness. To keep children safe, make sure hot foods are kept hot and cold foods are kept cold. Learn which foods are safe at room temperature, as well as other tips for lunch safety. (2 pages)
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View illustrations of quality grades of slaughter steers (USDA).