Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County is organizing an advanced-level canning
workshop on Saturday, October 18th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First United Methodist Church located
4372 Church St, Mexico, NY 13114. This workshop will provide training beyond beginner and
intermediate stages. Attendees should have a working knowledge of and prior experience with home
canning.
Guest instructor will be Jan Smith, long-time Master Gardener for CCE Oswego County. Smith is
certified in food preservation and her focus will specifically be on pressure canning methods and
practice. She will also discuss food safety, equipment and maintenance. Smith will also be doing a
hands-on canning demonstration which will include carrots and green beans. There will be plenty of
time for questions and networking.
The cost of attending this workshop is $10 per person. Registration is required and seating is limited.
Please visit https://thatscooperativeextension.org/events/2025/10/18/advanced-canning-
workshop to register. To confirm your online registration, payment must be dropped off or mailed
to CCE Oswego County, 3288 Main Street, Mexico, NY 13114. For more information, please
contact Joshua Vrooman, Agriculture Educator, through email at jwv33@cornell.edu or by calling
315-963-7286 ext. 200.
