Texas Wants to Stop Allowing Federal Benefits to be Spent on Unhealthy Foods
Texas’ governor joins other Republican governors making similar requests to ban purchases of candy and soda through the SNAP program.
A Texas Food Bank gets Creative
To help raise money, the Lubbock-area food bank recruited a Michelin-recognized chef.
Federal Food Stamp Limits Coming
Under the new work requirements, SNAP participants ages 51 and under without dependents or disabilities will have to work at least 80 hours a month beginning in early September to continue using food stamps.
Tackle Foodborne Illness
This iconic annual event is often celebrated by ordering takeout and delivered foods, which if left out too long, can cause foodborne illness.
HEB Ground Beef Recalled
Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., an Amarillo, Texas establishment, is recalling approximately 93,697 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically reflective mirror-like material.
Northern Tier Bakery Recalls Salad Products Due to Possible Listeria Contamination
Northern Tier Bakery, LLC, a St. Paul Park, Minn. establishment, is recalling approximately 905 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) salad products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Lakeside Refrigerated Services Recalls Ground Beef Products
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 46841” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide.
Food Safety Tips for Your Spring Holiday Feast
Though traditions may differ, these holidays have one thing in common — delicious food! Keep your feast memorable by following these food safety tips.
$34M to Support Healthy Eating for Low-Income Americans
The USDA announced an investment of over $34 million to support greater food access and nutrition security for low-income and at-risk communities.
'Peyton's Café' to bring new lunch experience to Kingsville
McAfee plans to begin hiring staff beginning on July 26, leading to cafe’s opening on Aug. 16.
Tyson Foods Inc. Recalls Ready-To-Eat Chicken
The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. P-7089” on the product bag or inside the USDA mark of inspection.
Families Could be Eligible for up to $1,200 in Food Aid
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission will allocate around $2.5 billion in food benefits to all eligible families.