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Dehydrating Food

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Drying or dehydrating is one of the oldest methods of food preservation. Drying removes moisture from the food and slows enzyme activity. Dried foods take up less storage space and do not require refrigeration.

All Dehydrating Food Content

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Preservation

SDSU Extension provides established and trusted research-based food preservation information.

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Sun-Drying – A Traditional Native American Method of Preserving Food

Curriculum developed to facilitate the education of a cultural tradition for youth in Native American and non-Native American communities.

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Using Dried Corn

Fact sheet on ways to use dried corn

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Drying Chokecherries

Fact sheet on drying chokecherries

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Drying Plums

Fact sheet on drying plums

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Solar Drying Fruit and Vegetables

Fact sheet on solar drying fruits and vegetables

A yellow ear of sweet corn.

Sun-Drying Corn

Fact sheet on sun-drying corn

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Home Food Preservation Self-Study Course

This course provides research-based information on food preservation.

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A Guide to Drying Foods

Fact sheet about drying foods

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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.