SDSU Extension provides established and trusted research-based food preservation information.
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Pick it! Try it! Like it! Preserve it!
Pick it! Try it! Like it! Preserve it! materials are filled with tips for selecting, preparing, and preserving a wide variety of fruits and vegetables.
4-H Food Preservation Project
Food preservation is a way to enjoy fresh-grown fruits, meats and vegetables all year! Many every day foods we eat are preserved by canning, pickling, freezing or drying.
Canning Resources
A Guide To Water Bath Canning
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.
