University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a food preservation workshop at Little Ridge Farm, 103 Gould Rd. in Lisbon Falls. Pickling and canning dilly beans (pickled green beans) will be held Tuesday, July 29, 2025, from 5:30 – 8 p.m.
Participants will learn recommended methods for preserving foods, the latest and safest recipes, what equipment to use to ensure safety, and how to check for properly sealed jars. A local snack is included with the course. Attendees are encouraged to bring a potholder.
Registration is required for the course. The fee is $25. Register on the program webpage. For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Kate McCarty, 207.781.6099; kate.mccarty@maine.edu.
