Safety First: “Our soils and our produce have changed over the years,” says Jen Schaap, of CrossHatch. “Back in the day, vegetables and fruits had a higher acidity level than they do now.

Canning on a glass-topped stove can be a convenient way to preserve food, but it requires careful attention to safety and ...

I look forward to apple picking with my family. We always pick more apples than we can eat fresh, so making a big batch of ...

As food prices have gotten higher over the past few years, more people are turning to farmers markets for fresh fruits and vegetables, and for produce to can for future ...

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Lock your car doors. Post a guard by your front steps. Keep a close eye on your purse or briefcase at work. They're back. If you don't take some precautions, your car, front steps or bag might be ...

Home canning is a popular way to preserve the freshness of homegrown food. ... Blakeslee, naturally, advocates for safety. She recently offered a few tips to help prepare for success.

If you find yourself hooked on pickling after tasting these dills — or if you have further questions about canning safely — Kestell recommended Washington State University's free publication ...

To ensure food safety when canning, use safe sources of recipes from university Extension throughout the U.S., from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the current Ball Blue Book.

For centuries, canning has been an effective way to preserve produce and retain nutritional value, but even with today’s improved sanitation and food-safety awareness, there are considerable ...