When Corn Kills

Drought-Stricken Corn Corn grown under drought conditions can kill. Aflatoxins are produced by certain fungi which thrive in drought conditions. While commercially sold corn must be tested for aflatoxin before being sold, home grown corn is not usually tested. Do you...

Food Safety In Your Garden

Onions growing in red dirt Couleur / Pixabay Food safety is in the news more and more these days.  Eggs are being recalled, lettuce killed some people, and hamburger is frequently recalled for contamination with E. coli.  It is easy to watch the news and smirk as we...