Learn how to prepare refrigerated dill pickles, processed dill pickles, sauerkraut and yogurt. You will learn what type of salt you use in pickling, how to tell if they’re done fermenting and a. With the yogurt you will learn how to make it, types, spoilage and shelf life. Learn trouble-shooting, processing, food safety and what […]
New to living on acreage or just want to improve your property? This 12-week course will help you reach your goals. Make your property look better Reduce chore time Improve your animals’ well-being Enhance your soils and pasture Protect your drinking water and streams Reduce mud Improve storage & composting of manure
Join us on September 6, 2019 to learn about becoming a WSU Master Food Preserver. You may bring your application with you and submit it at the orientation but we highly recommend that you mail it in as soon as possible. Class size is limited. The WSU Clark - Cowlitz County MFP's volunteer in both […]
The many varieties of tomatoes can make preserving tomatoes and salsas challenging. Learn how you can safely preserve salsas and tomato products, allowable substitutions, why you can’t add more garlic, onions and other ingredients to your salsas and much more including storage and how to tell if your home canned goods are safe. This is […]
PIC Training is a 4-hour workshop to help shift leaders, managers, supervisors, and owners address Food Safety Regulations. The Washington Food Rule states that at least one designated Person in Charge (PIC) MUST be present during all hours when food is being prepared for sale and/or served to the public. The Person in Charge must […]
Pressure Canner Gauges need to be tested every year for accuracy to make sure that you are processing at the correct pressure for a safe product. If you have purchased a new gauge for your pressure canner these should also be tested. All components on the lid are checked also including the gasket and safety […]
Learn the basics of dehydrating fruits, vegetables, and herbs successfully and what is the best equipment to use for drying. Also covered in this class are pre-treatment methods, storage, proper containers, and creative ideas to use your dried products. This is the sixth class in a series of eight classes. Tickets are available online through […]
Join WSU Extension for this regional field day to learn more about multiple specialty summer crops ripe for adding a fresh edge to your farm's crop lineup. Participants will get to view, learn about, and and enjoy a tasting of a variety of specialty vegetables, dry beans, and mushroom crops being grown by WSU Extension […]
Learn the basics of pressure canning vegetables, beans and soups, how to select a pressure canner, why it is used and its safe use. Learn the correct prep for freezing vegetables, beans and soups, broths and packaging. Also covered is the proper storage of your canned and frozen goods, shelf life and more. Tickets are […]
Pressure Canner Gauges need to be tested every year for accuracy to make sure that you are processing at the correct pressure for a safe product. If you have purchased a new gauge for your pressure canner these should also be tested. All components on the lid are checked also including the gasket and safety […]
There are literally thousands of plants you can propagate at home; all it takes are a few materials and a little technique. Looking for a cost-effective way to fill your garden? Have an heirloom plant you’d like to “make more of” and to share with family or friends? Plant propagation may be the answer!
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop with instruction on basic propagation techniques. Saturday, Sept. 28 from 10 to 11:30 am. Location: Provided upon registration (Hazel Dell/Vancouver).
Participants will take home two plants they propagate during the workshop. The class takes place in a greenhouse and requires standing. Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. Registration Required: No admission without advance registration at http://bpt.me/4295396.
Learn to grow plants from cuttings and divisions.
Learn the basics of pressure canning meats, why you use a pressure canner and how to use it safely. Also covered are how to properly package meat, fish and poultry for the freezer and freezing methods. You will also learn how to safely make meat jerky, how to properly store you canned and frozen goods, […]