Family and Consumer Sciences
Family and Consumer Sciences professionals use research-based information to improve the quality of life for adults, children and families. Our key topics are healthy lifestyles, nutrition and food safety.
Food Safety and Preservation
UI Extension educators train consumers about food safety. We use classes as well as in-person and telephone consultations. Our goal is to keep Idaho residents healthy by preventing food borne illness.
Preserve@Home
UI Extension offers Preserve@Home, a web-based food preservation course. Participants learn to produce high quality preserved foods and the science behind food preservation and food safety.
- Class size is limited.
- Brochure for Preserve@Home (PDF)
- For more information, contact Laura Sant
Healthy Lifestyles
Classes take place through the year on topics including:
- Menu planning
- Saving money at the grocery store
- Healthy food preparation
- Exercise and strength training
Mealtime Inspirations
This event is held each autumn to teach participants several easy-to-prepare holiday recipes.
UI Extension, Jefferson County works with other UI Extension offices to present Mealtime Inspirations. Visit the Facebook page to learn more.
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