Morning Ag Clips, Sun Journal advance ‘Preserving the Harvest’ workshops
Morning Ag Clips and Sun Journal reported the University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering “Preserving the Harvest” workshops around the state throughout the summer. Upcoming workshop topics include an introduction to water bath canning and how to preserve strawberry jam, pickles and green beans. UMaine Extension staff and volunteers will lead the workshops where participants will learn hands-on, USDA-recommended food preservation methods. Cost is $20 per person; participants receive a sample to take home. Fresh produce, canning jars and other canning equipment will be provided. Registration is online.