Home Food Preservation Education and Pressure Canner Testing
Purdue Extension has a long-standing commitment to providing safe, research‑based home food preservation educational classes and pressure canner testing at local Extension offices. For many years, these services have helped Indiana residents preserve food safely and confidently using trusted, science‑based methods.
Purdue Extension’s Home Food Preservation classes provide hands-on instruction on water‑bath canning, pressure canning, freezing, dehydrating, and fermentation. Participants learn current USDA‑approved guidelines and practical techniques that support both food safety and quality.
Purdue Extension educators continue to provide pressure canner dial‑gauge testing, an important annual safety check that ensures canners are operating accurately. Proper gauge calibration helps prevent under‑processing and reduces the risk of foodborne illness.
Class schedules and pressure canner testing availability vary by county. Community members are encouraged to contact their local Purdue Extension office for dates, registration details, and additional information. Food Preservation
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