Keeping the Harvest

In Wisconsin we have only a few short months to enjoy fresh, locally grown produce.  But there are easy and economical ways to "keep the harvest" into the winter months.  Home food preservation doesn't have to be scary or overwhelming and it is the best feeling to eat a locally grown strawberry in the middle of January or share a jar of dilly beans with friends in mid-winter.

We have tried to gather the "best of the best" print and web resources for home food preservation and more, enjoy!

Food Preservation and Food Safety From Winnebago County UW-Extension there are a tremendous amount of home food preservation resources, you will need to scroll down to the middle of the page.

National Center for Home Food Preservation All you need to know and more!

Tips for Seasonal Eating From the Dane County Farmer's Market web site, many additional resources on this page.

Best Practice for Berries What to look for when picking, how to handle after harvest and how to freeze from the Wisconsin Berry Growers Association.