Summer holidays provide a break from school and work, but we shouldn't break from being smart about food safety. More care is needed since foodborne illnesses increase during the summer. July is National Picnic month and summer picnics are a great way to enjoy the outdoors and each other's company. Keep your picnics with family and friends healthy and safe this summer by following all tips contained in the resources below.

AgLearn Resources

• Course: Mindful Eating External Link
• Course: Event Planning Foundations External Link
• eBook: Guide to US Food Laws and Regulations External Link
• eBook: Food Safety = Behavior: 30 Proven Techniques to Enhance Employee Compliance External Link
• eBook: Professional Cooking External Link

USDA Resources

• Food Safety Information and Resources from the Food Safety and Inspection Service External Link
• Picnic Locater Map from the US Forest Service External Link
• Maximize Picnic Opportunities during Retirement by Using Financial Planning Resources from Dmason Financial

Additional Resources

• FDA Guide: Handling Food Safely While Eating Outdoors External Link
• CDC Guide: Four Steps to Food Safety: Clean, Separate, Cook, Chill External Link
• Find a Picnic Area at Recreation.gov External Link