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2019 Food Science & Technology Newsletter
Read the latest Department of Food Science and Technology newsletter.
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University of Georgia Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus Larry Beuchat (right) and UGA Professor Francisco Diez were recognized by the International Association for Food Protection at the association’s annual meeting held July 21–24, 2019, in Louisville, Kentucky. CAES News
University of Georgia Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus Larry Beuchat (right) and UGA Professor Francisco Diez were recognized by the International Association for Food Protection at the association’s annual meeting held July 21–24, 2019, in Louisville, Kentucky.
Beuchat, Diez honored by International Association for Food Protection
Two University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences food scientists have been presented awards of excellence from the International Association for Food Protection (IAFP). Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus Larry Beuchat and Professor Francisco Diez were recognized at the association’s annual meeting held July 21–24 in Louisville, Kentucky.
In addition to produce safety procedures, UGA Extension helps farmers develop record-keeping plans to help keep them in line with FDA food safety guidelines. Cory McCue of Woodland Gardens in Winterville, Georgia, makes notes about the farm's July harvest in the packinghouse while Christine White packs shishito peppers into 10-pound bags. CAES News
In addition to produce safety procedures, UGA Extension helps farmers develop record-keeping plans to help keep them in line with FDA food safety guidelines. Cory McCue of Woodland Gardens in Winterville, Georgia, makes notes about the farm's July harvest in the packinghouse while Christine White packs shishito peppers into 10-pound bags.
UGA Extension training helps keep Georgia’s produce safe
Over the past decade, Americans have fallen in love with locally grown produce, but just because something is grown nearby doesn’t automatically make it safe.
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Upcoming Events

There is no better way to welcome our new incoming freshmen and transfer students than food and fellowship. Come down to Rhodes Center for ADS in auditorium 101 to meet your fellow faculty and staff in the department. The event will be held at Rhode Center for ADS at 6:30 PM on August 27, 2019. You will have the opportunity to mingle with fellow students and even our Department Head! What's better than a free meal and making connections??
Aug 27
6:30PM - 8:00PM Animal and Dairy Science New Student Cookout Rhodes Center for Animal and Dairy Science, auditorium 101, Athens, GA
An exciting way to kick off the new school year, the CAES Alumni Association annually hosts Ag Dawg Kickoff to welcome students, faculty, and staff to a new semester. The kickoff provides, food, entertainment, and student club exhibits. The event gives students, faculty, and staff a chance to interact as well as discover ways to get involved with activities at CAES.
Aug 28
6:00PM - 8:00PM Ag Dawg Kickoff UGA Livestock Instructional Arena, Athens, GA
Presented by the UGA Block and Bridle Club Schedule of Events Barns open at 5 p.m. Friday night for early arrivals Goat Check-in/Weigh-in: 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. Saturday Showmanship will begin at 10 a.m. Weight Class will follow directly following showmanship Lamb Check-in/Weigh-in: 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. Sunday Showmanship will begin at 10 a.m. Weight Class will follow directly following showmanship Reminders: The show will follow all state rules and regulations and will use state ear tags. Premiums will be paid in this show. Goats: Does and wethers will show separately. Grand and Reserve champions will be selected in each respective division. Entry fees are $15/head for goats and lambs Make checks payable to UGA Block & Bridle. Entries must be postmarked by August 19, 2019. Entries postmarked after August 21 will be assessed $5 late fee. Return to: ATTN: Courtney Conine UGA Block and Bridle 4366 River Road Camilla, GA 31730
Sep 07
09/07 7:00AM - 09/08 5:00PM 2019 Summer Lamb and Goat Classic UGA Livestock Instructional Arena, Athens, GA
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