Success StoryFood Preservation Series



Food Preservation Series

Author: Delaney Eubanks

Planning Unit: Jackson County CES

Major Program: Food Preparation and Preservation

Plan of Work: Individual Know and practice good nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices

Outcome: Intermediate Outcome

With an increasing number of farmers' markets and local grocery stores providing fresh fruits and vegetables in the community, people are searching for ways to preserve these foods and maintain their freshness throughout the fall and winter months. The FCS Agent organized a series of canning and food preservation classes using materials from the UK's Food Preservation materials.

In total, 41 men, women, and children participated in these classes and were provided with the opportunity to preserve jellies, jams, and vegetables through the canning method under the supervision of the FCS Agent which ensured that they acquired the skills necessary to continue these practices at home. After the conclusion of the series of classes, 90% of the adults expressed an increased inclination to preserve their food through canning at home. 100% stated that they now understood the canning process and how it could be integrated into their home lifestyle. Notably, one participant, who had not canned at home, submitted three canned projects to the county fair and earned both a blue and red ribbon.






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