Events
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Feb 5
Preserving MI Harvest- Planning for Preservation
February 5, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Plan for food preservation with us. Topics will include garden planning tips and seed selection as well as timing and management of your seedlings and an overview to prepare for preservation.
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Feb 12
Preserving MI Harvest- Beyond the Bean: Tips, Tricks, and Tasty Recipes
February 12, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Love beans? Learn how to safely home-can dry beans from start to finish using a pressure canner! Plus, get tips on preparing your canned beans for delicious meals.
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Feb 19
Preserving MI Harvest- Warm up with Frozen Food
February 19, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Planning to use the food you spent time freezing prevents freezer burn and can help keep your food budget in check. Join to get some inspiration to utilize the food in your freezer.
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Feb 23
Preserving MI Harvest - Canning 101
February 23, 2026 1:00PM – 2:00PM Zoom
Whether a beginner to home canning or looking for a refresher on best practices, this class is for you. Join us to learn how to safely use your water bath and pressure canner to preserve food at home.
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Feb 26
Preserving MI Harvest- Making Sweet Maple Syrup
February 26, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Join us as we go through the steps of making Maple Syrup. We will talk about the process including filtering and preserving this sweet treat in a jar.
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Mar 5
Preserving MI Harvest- Back to Basics: Canning with Confidence
March 5, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
We will cover the basics of water bath and pressure canning, share tips for our favorite pieces of equipment, and walk through tested recipes so you can safely preserve fruits, vegetables, and meat with confidence!
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Mar 12
Preserving MI Harvest- Back to Basics: Fresh to Frozen
March 12, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Freezing is one of the easiest ways to keep foods fresh, but doing right makes all the difference! We will talk about packaging, storage times, and more. Learn how to freeze fruit, veggies, meat, and prepared meals so they taste great even months later!
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Mar 26
Preserving MI Harvest- Back to Basics: Drying Made Simple
March 26, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Dehydrating can be a fun way to make snacks or store food but are you confused about how to get started? Join us for this introduction to drying herbs, fruit, and jerky! Equipment, storage, and recipes are all covered.
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Apr 9
Preserving MI Harvest- I Saw it on Social Media
April 9, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
You found a preservation recipe on Facebook, YouTube, or Instagram... but is it safe? Join us to learn research-tested recipes that are delicious and safe!
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Apr 16
Preserving MI Harvest- Modifying Recipes for Preservation
April 16, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Join us to learn how to modify research-based preserving recipes and have a safe product that fits the needs of you and your family.
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Apr 23
Preserving MI Harvest-Fresh Flavors All Year: Preserving Spring Produce & Herbs
April 23, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Fresh produce like rhubarb and asparagus will be here soon! Join us to learn easy and effective ways to preserve your spring harvest, including herbs, so you can enjoy those fresh flavors all year long.
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Apr 30
Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving the Sale
April 30, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Freezing is a smart way to stretch your budget and reduce waste. Discover best practices for buying foods on sale and freezing them for future meals.
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May 7
Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving Toppings: Jam, Jelly, Syrup, Sauces
May 7, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Learn preservation tips and recipes to use your frozen berries for tasty syrups, sauces, jams, and jellies in the winter.
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May 14
Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving for Outdoor Adventures
May 14, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Whether you are traveling, camping, or hiking, we've got great tips to keep your food safe. Discover how to dehydrate snacks and meals and explore delicious recipe ideas!
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May 28
Preserving MI Harvest-Strawberries- More Than Just Jam
May 28, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
It's strawberry season. Explore how to can, freeze, and make jam with this popular fruit. Preserve your strawberries now to enjoy all year long.
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Jun 4
Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving Meat
June 4, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
Discover the many ways to enjoy meat- grilling, smoking, curing, and dehydrating. Join us for expert tips and practical tricks to boost your knowledge and keep your family safe from foodborne illness.
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Jun 11
Preserving MI Harvest-Top It Off with Preserved Condiments and Dressings
June 11, 2026 1-2 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. ET Zoom Webinar
There's nothing better than homemade condiments to top off your favorite burger or sandwich. Discover some tasty preservation recipes for relishes, mustard, ketchup and more. Also, learn to make flavorful homemade dressings to spice up your salad.