Food Preservation

Home food preservation is a way to preserve the freshness of homegrown food. While more popular in years past, preserving food at home is still done today. Without factoring in the labor costs, home food preservation can save money compared to commercially preserved foods.
When done properly and safely, home preserved foods are a treat. But when improper practices and unsafe food handling techniques are used, the food can cause food borne illness.

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Methods of Preservation:

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Canner Replacement Parts:

K-State Research and Extension Food Preservation

Publications:

10 Tips for Safe Home-Canned Food

How-to Guide to Pressure Canning

How-to Guide to Water Bath Canning and Steam Canning

Sassy Salsa

The Laws of Salsa

Whats Your Elevation?

Kansas Elevation Map

Dry Meat Safely at Home

Caring For Your Pressure Canner

Steam Canner for Home Food Preservation

National Center For Home Food Preservation

Food Safety Recommendations for Food Preservation Exhibits

Preserve It Fresh, Preserve it Safe Newsletter: