Welcome
The UC Master Food Preserver Program, part of UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE), is a volunteer-driven public service sharing research-based food safety and preservation information.
We offer hands-on workshops, community outreach, and trusted advice to help you preserve food safely, reduce waste, and enjoy healthy food.
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Upcoming Events
Select an event below for details and registration information. Most workshops require advance registration and may fill quickly.
San Luis Obispo County
August
September
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 (10:00-12:00 PM) | Pressure Canning Demonstration Class | UCCE San Luis Obispo Auditorium | Registration will open at a later date
October
- Saturday, October 24, 2026 (10:00-12:00 PM) | Sourdough Workshop | UCCE San Luis Obispo Auditorium | Registration will open at a later date
November
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 (10:00-4:00 PM) | Olea Farm Harvest Festival | 2985 Templeton Road, Templeton, CA, 93465
- UC Master Food Preservers will be leading a hands-on olive leaf drying activity at Olea Farms. This is a family friendly event hosted by Olea Farms with tastings, music, and fresh pressed olive oil.
Santa Barbara County
No new events listed
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Food Preservation Help & Resources
Contact us for food preservation guidance, pressure canner gauge testing, and program-specific inquiries or find tips and recipes on our county Master Food Preserver Blog.
For safe recipes, canning guidance, food safety information, and other research-based resources, explore our food preservation resources.