Try to meet the recommendations for fruits and vegetables, the food groups most often lacking in the diets of adults and children.

Tomatoes are rich sources of vitamins C and A, folate, potassium and other nutrients.

Keep food safety in mind when having tailgating parties and picnics.

We all need to stay cool and hydrated, and protect our skin in the sunny, hot days of summer.

Corn isn’t just food; it’s used to make products such as ethanol, plastics, matchsticks, glue and crayons.

Use current, research-based guidelines for canning, freezing, pickling and drying foods.

NDSU Extension also has developed health and disaster preparedness online tools and apps.

Beans are among the best sources of dietary fiber.

Use a research-tested recipe from a university Extension website or the U.S. Department of Agriculture when canning food.

Here are some tips for avoiding foodborne illnesses.