NDSU Extension - Nutrition

"Do I need to use up the rhubarb in my garden before it becomes toxic later this summer?"

Contrary to popular belief, the entire rhubarb plant does not become toxic later in the summer. It may become stringy and tough, though, so the best time to pick rhubarb is during early summer.

Learn more about rhubarb from our friends at University of Minnesota Extension >>> https://extension.umn.edu/vegetables/growing-rhubarb?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv4_a1demo0jf67ths&fbclid=IwY2xjawSP0ZhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEzTThtUlJrdWV2Rm1qSVJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHs4ZMk76M6SO3ZS9nmF5icoMqBGvl1xfyVEWRb2NoTRjtDhnRAI9TFwl9104_aem_-paEa_TUyCSS9TZnb9ZWiQ

Make rhubarb recipes from NDSU Extension >>> https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/extension-topics/food-and-nutrition/recipes?combine=rhubarb&field_recipe_type_target_id=All

Buy any sunflower seeds to enjoy at the game lately? Or maybe you purchased a can of beans to use in tonight's casserole.

Have you ever stopped to think where our food originates?

Read this week's Prairie Fare >>> https://www.ag.ndsu.edu/news/columns/prairie-fare/prairie-fare-from-field-to-fork-2014-do-you-know-where-your-food-comes-fro

Are you using the right size jar for the job? Be prepared for the canning season!

Watch the Field to Fork webinar to learn more >>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmkpLG3IIMk&t=2301s

You are invited to take part in a survey about dry edible beans, your experience and use of beans, and your suggestions for learning more.
It will take you about 10 minutes to complete, and you could win a prize in random drawings.

Take the survey: https://ndstate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bsI5XKGk8CyRGWW

Get ready for canning season! Do you have the right jars on hand for when your harvest is ready to preserve?

Regular and wide-mouth, threaded Mason-type jars are the recommended choice for atmospheric steam, boiling water-bath and pressure canning methods of preserving foods at home.

Traditional Mason-type jars sometimes are in short supply, so home-based canners may wish to consider commercial pint- and quart-size glass mayonnaise or salad dressing jars for some canning applications. Glass mayonnaise jars are acceptable for use in water-bath canning processes, such as fruit sauces, but not for pressure canning. Mayonnaise-type jars generally are made from thinner glass, so you should expect more seal failures and jar breakage when reusing them.

Learn more >>> https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/publications/jar-it-right-choosing-and-using-canning-jars

Get ready for canning season! Let's start with lids.

Do you know how to ensure a safe canning seal?

Place the metal screw band over the flat lid and apply fingertip tight. In other words, place the screw band on the jar, turn it just until you feel resistance, then turn the band one-quarter turn more. Screw bands that are applied too loosely or too tightly can cause jars to not seal properly.

Learn more ways to ensure a safe seal when canning >>> https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension/publications/put-lid-it-best-practices-using-closures-home-based-canning?fbclid=IwY2xjawSMHzZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFSRGZaTFJONlJkejZybjJEc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqqJ0VzwqNsXnCISnzTodU7CT9AhVq4nEaZotBjhR_x1yOQ1tpC6gMSgw9lH_aem_mX39apOHGMTw4lhL5muDjw

Do you have any trips planned this summer? Stay healthy!

Are you planning a summer trip? Whether you are flying, driving or taking a train, here are five tips to keep you healthy while exploring new places this summer.

Learn more >>> https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Welcome--June--.html?soid=1136598077807&aid=YxzHNnS7Eh0&fbclid=IwY2xjawSD1otleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJYlhUTnMyQmVkdzNvT1Ezc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHol9a5OFOW6YIEXi0oFFhsIL22g12cOGFCT-oQoT9SBZejFzz8J7sB3hHkCv_aem_eYXTsXF7NzT5V8a8VcaRPQ #:~:text=5%20Tips%20to%20Stay%20Healthy%20While%20Traveling

Happy National Dairy Month!

If you cannot consume dairy, many plant-based alternatives are available, including soy, almond, coconut and oat milk. Read the labels to compare nutrition information.

Learn more about milk and nutrition >>> https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Nourish-Newsletter----June-2026-edition.html?soid=1136598077807&aid=4T_nkXPiRrg #:~:text=QUESTION

A great reminder from our friends at Nebraska Extension!

Learn more https://go.unl.edu/foodsafety-storms