Alicia Kimberly Baddorf

Sustainable Supply Chain Coordinator

M.S. Community Development, University of California, Davis. 2023
B.A. Sociology and French Studies, University of Delaware. 2010

Local and regional food systems, values-based supply chains, market pathways for small to mid-scale growers, farm to institution, food hubs, food safety, network building

SUSTAINABLE AG RESEARCH & EDU

Alicia Baddorf brings over 15 years of sustainable agriculture and food systems experience to her position as Sustainable Supply Chain Coordinator at UC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program (SAREP). Under SAREP's Sustainable Food Economies Pillar, her research and outreach focuses on the development of community and regional food distribution systems and agricultural sustainability and viability. Alicia coordinates the California Food Hub Network and Farmer Educator Network, fostering information-sharing and collaboration among food systems stakeholders. Alicia has experience with farms and food hubs, including educational program development, farming, and the management of sales, CSA programs, and marketing. She holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and French Studies from the University of Delaware and a Master’s degree in Community Development from UC Davis.

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Food Safety Best Practices: Elderberry Harvest

This guide outlines best practices and food safety recommendations for harvesting elderberries and elderflowers and is part of our series on Food Safety Best Practices for Elderberry.

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Food Safety Best Practices: Elderberry Post-Harvest Handling

In this guide, we outline food safety best practices for post-harvest handling and washing of elderberries destined for human consumption in the form of value-added products such as tea, syrup, juices, jelly, and jam.

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Food Safety Best Practices: Elderberry Drying

The purpose of this guide is to convey food safety best practices for drying elderberries and elderflowers. Resources with information about specific drying techniques are cited and referenced throughout the document.

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Food Safety Best Practices: Elderberry Freezing, Storage, and Holding

Freezing is a practical method for extending the shelf-life of elderberries and preserving taste, color, and nutritional value. In this guide, we cover the food safety best practices for freezing elderberries, including cleaning & sanitizing, freezing equipment and packing & storing, monitoring temperature.

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