Penn State Extension Lebanon County

Preserving your garden harvest or favorite seasonal foods?

Water bath canning is a safe, simple way to enjoy high‑acid foods like fruits, jams, and pickled items all year long! This Penn State Extension resource walks you through the science, equipment, and step‑by‑step process to get started with confidence.

Join us at the Lebanon Ag Center on July 8th and start canning safely at home: https://extension.psu.edu/home-food-preservation-water-bath-canning

Join Penn State Extension’s Home Food Preservation Workshops offered across the region this summer! These hands-on sessions share research-based tips to help you avoid common mistakes, improve safety, and confidently preserve your favorite foods.

Find a workshop near you and register:
https://extension.psu.edu/home-food-preservation-workshops-offered-regionally

Did you know that Pennsylvania law requires many food establishments, like restaurants, grocery stores, food trucks, and school cafeterias, to have at least one certified food safety manager on staff?
Penn State Extension offers several convenient training options to help you prepare for certification.
Whether you prefer hands-on learning, a live online class, or a flexible, self-paced format, there’s an option to fit your schedule and learning style!

Learn more and find the right training option for you:
https://extension.psu.edu/food-safety-manager-certificate-training-options