Food Preservation

Sweet Heat Canning Class

WHEN: August 6, 2026

TIME: 9:30 AM-12 PM or 5:30 PM-8 PM

WHERE: UT/TSU Extension Office, 325 River Rd, Decatur, TN 37322

COST: $50 a person

REGISTRATION: Registration deadline will be August 5, 2026 at noon. Pre-registration is REQUIRED. Class is limited to 7 participants.

USDA National Center for Home Food Preservation – Canning, freezing and drying instructions, recipes, etc.
UT Extension Publications:
- Canning Foods
- Freezing Foods
Free Preserve Smart App – for Apple and Android devices – and a mobile-responsive online version. Shopping guide – how much produce to buy, recipes, etc.
Upload your elevation
Basic how-to videos (3-8 minutes each) from University of Minnesota

Canning Timer & Checklist App from Oregon Extension Service – Generate a checklist and timer for processing over 50 popular foods. Set jar size, pack type, canning method, and elevation. Designed for people with previous canning experience.
Information on commercial food safety, equipment, processing, nutritional labeling and regulatory requirements associated with food manufacturing.