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Temporary Hand Washing Stations at Farmer's Market, Food Stands, in the Field

Fact sheet on temporary hand washing stations

A variety of fresh fruits and vegetables displayed on a countertop.

Solar Drying Fruit and Vegetables

Fact sheet on solar drying fruits and vegetables

Let’s Break Down the Nutrition Facts Label

The Nutrition Facts Label is a great tool to learn more about the ingredients and nutritional value included in a food product. Let's take a further look at what you will find on it!

A woman safely placing a can of salsa into a water bath canner.

Water bath canners have fitted lids and removable wire racks. While they come in many sizes, the canner must be deep enough to allow a minimum of 1-2 inches of briskly boiling water that covers the top of jars during processing.

A Guide To Pressure Canning

Pressure canners may have a weighted-gauge or dial-gauge, for indicating and regulating the pressure during processing.

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A Guide to Drying Foods

Fact sheet about drying foods

Woman preparing fresh herbs for canning in glass jars.

General Kitchen Safety for Food Preservation

Kitchen safety during preservation is just as important as using a safe, evidence-based preservation method. Kitchen cleanliness can affect the safety of the preserved product.