Cooperative Extension: Food & Health

Food Safety

The goal of University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s Food Safety programs is to ensure a safe food supply while reducing foodborne illness risks by teaching proper sanitation, food preservation, and food-handling practices. To achieve this goal, UMaine Extension educators, specialists, and professionals conduct a variety of programs for Maine citizens and food businesses.

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Food Business

• Assistance for Starting Home-Based Food Businesses
• Recipe to Market Program
• Resources for Small Food Businesses in Maine

Food Safety Team

Three food science and food safety specialists compose the team.

Training Opportunities

Programs for the general public and Maine food businesses.

Testing Services

We provide food testing services for small and start-up food businesses.

Food Safety Videos