Food Preservation

In the first episode of Season Two, Kendall Kunelius and Rebecca Dube discuss food preservation with Sean O'Brien, a home horticulture program manager at UNH Extension. They explore various methods of food preservation, including canning, freezing, and drying, and emphasize the importance of planning for food preservation needs. Sean explains the math behind calculating how much to grow for preservation, the benefits of growing extra, and the impact of conditions on yield. He also highlights the importance of using reliable recipes from trusted sources like UNH Extension and the National Center for Home Food Preservation to ensure food safety. The conversation also touches on the equipment needed for preservation, the significance of following proper canning processes, and the joy of experimenting with different preservation methods.Show notes:NH Department of Health and Human Services Homestead Food Operations: https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/environmental-health-and-you/food-protection/homestead-food-operationsLegal Guide for NH Agricultural Producers - https://extension.unh.edu/resource/legal-guide-new-hampshire-agricultural-producersPressure Gauge Testing at UNH Extension: https://extension.unh.edu/sites/default/files/migrated_unmanaged_files/Resource002139_Rep3153.pdf or https://extension.unh.edu/resource/testing-pressure-canner-dial-gaugesPenn State University Preservation Recipes: https://extension.psu.edu/food-safety-and-quality/home-food-preservation-and-safety/lets-preserveUniversity of Georgia National Center for Food Preservation: https://nchfp.uga.edu/USDA Complete Guide to Food Preservation: https://nchfp.uga.edu/resources/category/usda-guideDrying Vegetables – NDSU Extension: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/sites/default/files/2022-12/fn1588.pdfDrying Fruit – NDSU Extension: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/sites/default/files/2022-12/fn1587.pdfBall Blue Book: https://www.ballmasonjars.com/products/essentials-accessories/ball%C2%AE-blue-book-guide-to-preserving-38th-edition%2C-recipe-book/SAP_2194619.htmlSo Easy to Preserve Book: https://www.fcs.uga.edu/extension/so-easy-to-preserveShared Soil Food Episodes - https://extension.unh.edu/resource/shared-soil-podcastUNH Extension Education Center InfoLine: https://extension.unh.edu/agriculture-gardens/yard-gardenNH Department of Agriculture, Markets and Food - https://www.agriculture.nh.gov/Women in Ag Newsletter signup - https://unhoutreach.tfaforms.net/217751?CID=701G0000001AiKCIA0  Kendall Kunelius – [email protected]  Rebecca Dube – [email protected]