Food safety recalls
Recalls Affecting Products in Oregon
Link to ODA news blog with information on food recalls in the state of Oregon. Oregon recalls
USDA Current Recalls and Alerts
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) lists current food recalls and alerts, including products containing meat. USDA recalls
Guidance for keeping food safeTemperatures
Disease-causing bacteria can multiply in potentially hazardous foods (perishable foods) if temperature controls are not used or are inadequate.
Temperature Requirements.pdf
Hand washing
Washing your hands the right way can stop the spread of illness-causing bacteria. It takes 20 seconds and requires only three ingredients: running water, soap, and something to dry your hands (a paper towel or air).
How to wash your hands
Separate, don't cross contaminate!
Improper handling of raw meat, poultry, and seafood can create an inviting environment for cross-contamination. As a result, harmful bacteria can spread to food and throughout the kitchen.
Storing food for safety and quality
The goal of home food storage is to ensure safe and high quality food. Proper storage extends the shelf-life of food, which depends on the food type, packaging, and storage conditions, particularly temperature and humidity. Food quality should not decrease significantly during storage if you follow recommended conditions and storage times.
Decoding food product dates
Date marking ensures foods are discarded before bacteria reproduce to levels that can cause foodborne illness. ODA provides tips on how to decide what the date on your food means and whether or not the food is still safe to eat.
Safe shopping bags
The fabric or materials in reusable grocery bags can get contaminated with germs like Salmonella or E. coli from food or other items. These germs could then cross-contaminate other food or items we carry in the reusable bag and make us sick. If you use reusable grocery bags, there are some simple steps that you can follow to reduce cross-contamination.
Safety of garden produce
From garden to kitchen, there are many chances for bacteria, viruses, and parasites to contaminate produce. Water, tools, animals, and manure-contaminated soil may spread harmful organisms in your garden.
Home food preservation
Home food preservation is growing in popularity; protect yourself, your family, and others when you share your home-canned goodies by learning how to can safely.