With many vegetable gardens in full production, often times we find ourselves with more of our garden bounty than we can use…this is a great time to learn more about preserving your the fruits of your labor!!
Food Preservation Safety.. Have those Dial Gauge Canners tested!!
With many vegetable gardens in full production now is this time many folks begin to think about food preservation. Did you know you can have your dial gauge canners tested at OSU Extension in Fairfield County? It is very easy to simply call for an appointment at 740-653-5419 and drop off your canner lid. It could be tested while you wait or you can return later and pick up at your convenience. It is important to check dial gauges for accuracy before use each year. Gauges that read high cause under-processing and may result in unsafe food. Low readings cause over-processing. Pressure adjustments can be made if the gauge reads up to 2 pounds high or low. Replace gauges that differ by more than 2 pounds.
LET’S PRESERVE SERIES – at Keller Market House, 134 S. Columbus Street, Lancaster. Are you planning to preserve summer produce? Join Shannon Carter, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator and Sandy Bohl, Instructor, with Ohio State University Extension Fairfield County to learn more. Call 740-653-5419 to register
Dehydrating: Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Canning Basics: Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
LET’S PRESERVE SERIES at Wagnalls Memorial Library
Dehydrating Thurs., August 8th, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Canning Basics (water bath/pressure) Thurs., August 22nd, 6:00-7:30 p.m
Registration: Call Wagnall’s Memorial Library to register 614-837-4765
Questions: contact Shannon Carter, carter.413@osu.edu or 740-653-5419