Sprouts are a versatile, dramatic addition to foods that go far beyond the basic bean sprout. Sometimes seen as an addition to sandwiches, toppings on salads and garnishes on entrees, sprouts add crunch, flavor and vibrant color to a variety of dishes. Adding sprouts to meals also enhances the nutri...

American Lamb Board is thrilled to announce the launch of the new Fan of Lamb Cooking Club, in partnership with the largest livestream cooking community in the world, Homemade, and head chef Joel Gamoran. The new site offers a free membership where lamb lovers can share recipes, cooking tips and the...

Snowmobiling is a fun and exciting family activity enjoyed by over four million people across the U.S. and Canada. The sport is a safe and enjoyable form of recreation if done properly and with respect. International Snowmobile Safety Week is a good time to refresh your skills, learn from more exper...

If your electricity goes out, a generator can keep power flowing to your home or business. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), an international trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of outdoor power equipment, small engines, battery power systems, portable generators, ...

Genealogy fascinates much of the general public. The number of people learning more about their families and heritage through genealogy increases year to year. According to FamilyTree.com , genealogy is second only to gardening as the most popular hobby in the U.S. People explore genealogy for many ...

(StatePoint) Radon – an odorless, tasteless and colorless gas found in homes and buildings at high levels throughout the U.S. – is the second leading cause of lung cancer, responsible for about 21,000 deaths each year, and the leading cause of lung cancer among people who don’t smoke. The American L...

Over the past several years, there have been outbreaks from the consumption of raw flour and boxed cake mixes as well as recalls of flour. Flour is a raw agricultural product that can become contaminated with Salmonella and pathogenic Escherichia coli ( E. coli ) while the grain is growing in the fi...

(StatePoint) Looking to improve your health in 2025 and beyond? Check out these recommendations from the American Medical Association: Make nutritional tweaks – Reduce your intake of sugar-sweetened beverages and processed foods, especially those with added sodium and sugar. Drinking sugary beverage...

(StatePoint) Even a short vacation from school can cause learning loss and leave kids feeling behind when they return to the classroom. Fortunately, there are many ways to keep minds active during the holiday break, some of which will reinforce the concepts they are learning in school. Here are a fe...

Christmas has been the season of giving since the Magi brought their gold, frankincense and myrrh to the young Christ child. While gift-giving has changed through the centuries, it’s still one of the main elements of most Christmas celebrations today. Many of us can recall a favorite gift of our own...

American Dairy Association North East developed an immersive “Winter on the Farm” experience for families to enjoy during winter holiday break, which runs through Jan. 5 at the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, NY. The experience is designed to foster the understanding that local dairy fo...

The season of enjoying eggnog is here – inviting reunited friends and family to savor the flavors of tradition with a few safety tips in mind. Central to holiday reunions for centuries, eggnog has enhanced countless jolly seasonal celebrations. The creamy, spiced beverage is believed to have origina...

As railroads facilitate the movement of agricultural products and other goods, motorists and farm equipment operators are reminded to practice safe passage at railroad crossings. Many rural railroad crossings typically are private with limited safety features. Some areas lack gates or lights that si...

“Eat, drink and be merry” is a familiar refrain come the holiday season. Hosting a holiday dinner is a great way to welcome family and friends and encourage them to embrace the festive nature of the season. However, the high cost of foods and other essentials may have certain holiday hosts rethinkin...

It’s unlikely that anyone aspires to be a last-minute holiday shopper. Putting off holiday shopping until the last minute can make for a stressful home stretch to the season, and there’s no guarantee store shelves won’t already be picked clean or that gifts purchased online will arrive on time. Desp...