Master Food Preserver Program

UC Cooperative Extension is pleased to offer the Master Food Preserver (MFP) Program to LA County residents. The revival of the program is the result of a renewed interest in home food preservation. It is ideal for individuals who have a strong interest in becoming trained in canning, pressure canning, freezing, drying and fermenting.

The training consists of a 12-week session led by UC-certified Master Food Preservers.

Once trained, MFPs will pass on the knowledge onto the general public and commit to completing 30 volunteer hours and 15 continuing education hours every year.

At this time, we are not accepting applications for the MFP certification course. Information regarding the next Master Food Preserver series will be posted as soon as it becomes available.

Are you interested in just taking a one-time class to learn the basics of home food preservation? If so, our Master Food Preserver volunteers offer classes on a variety of topics for the general public. To find out more about food preservation opportunities, visit our Google calendar, like us on Facebook or follow our blog. The cost and location of classes will vary.

Links: National Center for Home Food Preservation, USDA's Food Storage and Preservation Information and UC Home Food Preservation and Storage Publications.