Shopping, Budgeting & Preparing

Shopping at Colorado Farmers’ Markets

July 24, 2019

Quick Facts… An abundance of flavorful, high quality produce is grown in Colorado. Shopping at farmers’ markets offers opportunities to select ‘just picked’ fresh produce and try unique locally-made products. Following these practical tips can help you enjoy the many flavorful offerings of our local farmers’ markets. Farmers’ Market Shopping […]

Reusable Grocery Bags and Preventing Foodborne Illness

July 24, 2019

Did you know? Only 15% of Americans regularly wash their reusable grocery bags, creating a breeding zone for harmful bacteria, including Norovirus, Salmonella, and E. coli. Regular washing reduces the numbers of bacteria in reusable bags by 99.9%. Learn more at: www.foodsafety.gov Many people now use reusable bags for grocery shopping as a […]

Food, Shopping, Budgeting & Preparing

Cost of Preserving and Storing Food

July 24, 2019

Quick Facts… Home food preservation saves money for some people. For others it may not save anything. Costs to consider when figuring the economics of food preservation include: produce and ingredients, equipment and supplies, fuel consumption, capital outlays, time and energy, and the cost of similar food preserved commercially. Freezing […]