Food Safety and Quality

  • Looking for information on commercial food processing? Stay up to date on food safety standards and best practices. Learn about the latest regulations, FSMA requirements, and preventive controls.
  • Find practical resources on FSMA produce safety regulations. Learn how to properly store and handle farm food, apply good agricultural practices, and develop a food safety plan.
  • Find practical resources on the food service and retail industry. Learn food regulations, prevent cross-contamination, foodborne illness, and kitchen pests.
  • Put home food safety first. Find practical advice to help you with canning, freezing, cooking, and food storage. Help your family avoid foodborne illness and pests.
  • Learn all there is to know about maintaining your vineyard and winemaking process. Discover best practices on growing wine grapes, starting a winery, and making wine at home.
  • Curious to learn how to make beer, hard cider, and distilled spirits? Expand your knowledge of brewing and distilling with Penn State Extension resources.
  • Are you a commercial dairy foods processor or just starting a value-added dairy foods business? Learn more about making safe, high quality dairy foods, regulations, and business management.