Preserving Your Harvest

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Safe processing methods are crucial steps in ensuring that home-canned jams, jellies and pickles are safe, shelf-stable, and of good quality. Boiling ... Learn More
“Dry Canning” is not canning. There are many issues that lead to safety concerns with this method of sealing jars of food. Learn More
Successful canning starts with the use of jars in good condition and new lids with new or used ring bands in good condition. Learn More

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Selling Homemade Food Products in New Hampshire- Five Part Fact Sheet Series Learn More
Done correctly, canning, freezing and drying fresh food from your own garden or purchased locally can be a good investment. Learn More
Why Blanch Vegetables?

Blanching is the process of scalding vegetables in boiling water or steam for a short amount of time. Blanching ... Learn More
Freezing Fruit 



Fruit can be safely frozen using different methods based upon the desired use of the final product. Alt... Learn More
Pressure canning is the only recommended method for canning low-acid vegetables. Learn More
Acidified tomatoes and fruits are considered high acid foods and are safe to preserve using a boiling water canner. Boiling water canners work by tran... Learn More