Master Food Preserver
The Humboldt & Del Norte Master Food Preserver Program uses research-based methods for food preservation & food safety. We teach easy and safe canning, pickling, fermenting, freezing, and dehydrating practices.
As of September 16, 2020 food demonstrations are delivered virtually. We hope to return to in-person demonstrations and workshops soon!
Click here to visit the Statewide UC Master Food Preserver website.
2023 UC Master Food Preserver Training Program
Become a Certified Master Food Preserver (MFP) and join the Humboldt and Del Norte team. Learn all methods of food preservation, food safety, and emergency preparedness.
How to Apply
- Attend one mandatory 60-minute Zoom information meeting to learn about the MFP program. Register for the information meeting by clicking here.
- Attend Friday, Oct 21 12-1pm OR Friday, Nov 18, 12-1pm
- Submit the online Master Food Preserver Training application by Sunday, Dec 4.
- Participate in a MFP training interview to learn about your experience and wishes and the expectations of the program. Interviews will be scheduled during December 5th-12th.
Logistics
- $200 training fee (includes books and food lab materials)
- 10 Zoom Classes all on Fridays from 2-4pm
- Jan 27; Feb 3, 10, 24; Mar 10, 24; Apr 14, 28; May 5, 19
- 4 Food Labs (in-person and hands-on) all on Saturdays
- Exact dates and location TBD based on participants feedback
3rd Thursday Virtual Demonstrations
The Master Food Preserver volunteers are offering virtual home food preservation demonstrations.
Master Food Preserver Jennifer Bell will teach preserving apples using a steam canner. Please join us on October 20 for our 3rd Thursday Demonstration from 5:30-7:00pm(PST)...Steam Canning Apples
Registration is required for this virtual demonstration. Please register by clicking here.
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