WSU Extension Spokane County

September is Food Safety Month!

JULY is National Hot Dog Month!
People in the United States will consume millions of hot dogs this month and throughout the summer. Handling, cooking and storing them properly is key to preventing illness:

Avoid cross-contamination of raw hot dog juices on cooking utensils, food prep surfaces, or other items in the fridge.

Store hot dogs up to one week in the refrigerator once the package is opened, and up to two weeks unopened.

Even though they come fully cooked, hot dogs should be heated until steaming (or to an internal temp of 165° F) to prevent listeriosis.

Come learn about 4-H and how to get involved. We'd love to see you Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at 6:00pm. In-person at WSU Spokane County Extension OR via Zoom. Please click on this link to register: https://extension.wsu.edu/spokane/2022/04/4h-info-night/

This is open to brand new families as well as current members.

Keep Infants Safe in the midst of Formula Shortage

Keeping Infants Safe in Midst of Formula Shortages There are few things that worry a parent more than their children’s health and safety. The ongoing infant formula shortage due to supply chain issues, which worsened due to a major formula recall in February, has left many caregivers feeling concerned and anxious about their options for safely fee...

Avian Influenza detected in Spokane County.
Avian influenza, or bird flu, is a contagious viral infection commonly found in birds. The virus can affect several species of poultry, as well as wild birds and pet birds.
Keep your backyard flocks safe! Read more at WSDA: https://agr.wa.gov/departments/animals-livestock-and-pets/avian-health/avian-influenza

SOUL CEDAR FARM RECALLS ZESTY SWEET PEPPERS BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK
April 19, 2022—Out of an abundance of caution, Soul Cedar Farm of Quilcene, WA is voluntarily recalling all batches of shelf-stable Zesty Sweet Peppers because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin, which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

Consumers who have purchased the Zest Sweet Peppers are urged not to consume the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 612-801-0086 between the hours of 8AM and 5PM Pacific Time.

Insects in the Garden! The good, the bad and the questionable...learn how to identify insects in your garden. https://extension.wsu.edu/spokane/master-gardener-program/home-lawn-and-garden/home-gardening-classes/

Backyard Conservation Stewardship Program coming in March
For More Information Contact: Stacey Selcho Spokane Conservation District
509-535-7274 x217
[email protected]
Build your landscape sustainably...

"Super Sunday" is only days away. Whether you are rooting for the Bengals or the Rams, you can make sure everything in your snack lineup is super by following food safety steps!
https://www.fightbac.org/food-safety-game-plan-for-super-bowl-sunday/

Becoming a successful agricultural entrepreneur is not easy! So, set yourself up from the start. This is business planning with a special emphasis on the financial and legal issues unique to farm-based businesses.

Agricultural Entrepreneurship / Emprendimiento agrícola — Cultivating Success™ Washington Agricultural EntrepreneurshipEmprendimiento agrícolaFarm and Food Business Planning / Planificación de empresas agrícolas y alimentarias Tuesdays February 8 through March 29th, 2022 6:00-8:30pmREGISTER NOW! Becoming a successful agricultural entrepreneur is not easy! So, set yourself up from the ...

Home Gardening in the Inland Northwest:
There is no right or wrong when it comes to what you want to grow in the garden, but there is a lot of consideration and preparation to make your garden successful! We will cover Inland Northwest Climate, what plants need, reading a seed packet, and much more.
https://extension.wsu.edu/spokane/event/home-gardening/

Home Gardening Books!
https://spokane-county-extension.square.site/