Commercial Canning of Acid and Acidified Foods
- Length
- 8 hours
- Language
- English
About the Workshop
Join us for an intensive one-day workshop tailored specifically for smaller-scale commercial processors of shelf-stable acid and acidified foods packaged in glass jars or bottles. Delve into crucial topics such as state and federal canning regulations, microbiology, acidification methods, thermal processing, container requirements, and labeling. From the production of jams, jellies, dressings, and sauces to fermented and low-acid foods, this comprehensive event covers it all. Whether you're an established processor looking to enhance your skills or an aspiring entrepreneur venturing into the food industry, this workshop equips participants with the knowledge and expertise needed to ensure the safety and quality of shelf-stable products. This event also welcomes growers seeking to add value to their annual harvest and educators passionate about fostering entrepreneurship in the food sector.
Event Details
Through a blend of engaging lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and insightful case studies, attendees will gain invaluable insights and practical skills. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your food processing capabilities and unlock new possibilities for your business.
Registration includes an onsite buffet lunch.
Space is limited - preregistration is required.
- Smaller-scale commercial processors of shelf-stable acid and acidified foods packaged in glass jars or bottles
- Individuals considering starting a new food business
- Growers interested in adding value to their annual harvest
- Educators and organizations with programs to support entrepreneurs starting new food businesses
- State and federal canning regulations
- Microbiology relevant to food processing
- Acidification methods for food preservation
- Thermal processing techniques such as hot-fill-hold and water bath methods
- Requirements for containers, closures, and labeling
- Production techniques for jams, jellies, dressings, sauces, fermented foods, and low-acid foods
- Skills to ensure the safety and quality of shelf-stable products
- Strategies to enhance food processing capabilities
- Methods to add value to annual harvests for growers
- Insights into entrepreneurship in the food sector
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