More and more Wisconsin residents are seeking fresh, locally produced foods with the goals of eating a healthier diet and supporting the local economy. With the increased emphasis on buying local, the University of Wisconsin–Extension offers Food Safety & Nutrition classes.

Free Pressure Canner Testing

Please call 920-832-4763 to ensure a staff member is available to test your unit. You may also choose to leave your pressure canner lid at the Extension Outagamie County office to get it checked and pick it up at a later date. 

Resource Websites

• University of Wisconsin-Extension Safe & Halthy: Preserving Food at Home
• Food Safety and Health – A resource created by University of Madison about food safety and preservation.
• Master Food Preserver Documents
• National Center for Home Food Preservation – A great how-to website for beginners looking for research based preservation knowledge.

Karen Dickrell | Human Development and Relationships Educator 3365 W. Brewster St. Appleton, WI 54914 Phone: 920-832-5126 | Wisconsin Relay: 711 Fax: 920-832-4783 Email:Karen.dickrell@outagamie.org