Preserving MI Harvest
Sessions are organized by date below. To learn more about a specific session, click on the session title.
Session details for 2026 will be added soon
Recordings from previous year's presentations are organized below. To watch the video of a specific session, click on the video image.
Upcoming Sessions
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Feb 23
MI Ag Ideas to Grow With
February 23, 2026 – March 5, 2026 Zoom
Unique virtual experience encompassing many aspects of the agricultural industry
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Feb 23
Preserving MI Harvest - Canning 101
February 23, 2026 1:00PM – 2:00PM Zoom
Whether a beginner to home canning or looking for a refresher on best practices, this class is for you. Join us to learn how to safely use your water bath and pressure canner to preserve food at home.
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Feb 24
Selling MI Honey and Maple Syrup - Safely!
February 24, 2026 9:00AM – 10:00AM Zoom
Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the MDARD exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan.
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Feb 25
Preserving MI Harvest - Making Jam and Jelly
February 25, 2026 10:00AM – 11:00AM Zoom
Discover preservation methods and recipes to use your frozen berries to create and preserve jams and jellies in the winter.
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Feb 26
Michigan Cottage Food Law
February 26, 2026 9:00AM – 10:00AM Zoom
Join this session to learn about the guidelines for the Michigan Cottage Food Law, as well as food safety practices for producing cottage foods safely to sell.
Session Recordings
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Preserving MI Harvest - Dehydrating Produce and Herbs
Published on February 28, 2025
Discover how to dehydrate produce, herbs, and fruit leathers by learning about the different methods and resources for dehydrating.
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Preserving MI Harvest-Selling MI Honey and Maple Syrup - Safely!
Published on February 26, 2025
Learn how to safely handle, package and store honey and maple syrup, and understand the MDARD exemption guidelines for selling these products in Michigan.
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Preserving MI Harvest - Canning: Back to Basics
Published on February 25, 2025
Whether a beginner to home canning or looking for a refresher on best practices, this class is for you. Learn how to properly use your water bath and pressure canner.
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Preserving MI Harvest-Michigan Cottage Food Law
Published on February 24, 2025
Learn about the Michigan Cottage Food Law, food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Preserving MI Harvest-Preserving Beans and Meats
Published on February 22, 2024
Discover how to use your pressure canner to preserve dry beans and meats. Freezing meat will also be explored.