Anyone looking to learn safe food preservation techniques or strengthen their existing knowledge should take advantage of this 3-day training opportunity being offered at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County. Home Food Preservation experts, will guide participants through hands-on demonstrations of all food preservation methods recommended by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). No prior knowledge of food preservation is needed.
The training includes the scientific basis of food preservation, experience in hot water bath and pressure canning, gelled products and pickling, freezing and drying, and more. This three-day workshop will be offered in the new WNY Food Incubator kitchen at CCE Niagara County. Pre- and post- testing as well as evening study are necessary. Program graduates earn a certificate of participation.
Cost: The cost is $375.00 per person and includes instruction, a 265-page handbook, and lunch each day. Attendees also receive food samples prepared during the workshop.
Location: 4487 Lake Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094
For more information or to register, call/email Amanda Henning at 716-433-8839 or app27@cornell.edu.
375.00
Amanda Henning
Agriculture & Food Systems Educator
app27@cornell.edu
716-433-8839 ext. 231
CCE Niagara County
4487 Lake Ave
Lockport, NY 14094
Last updated June 24, 2019