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 and reduce waste. | Follow Us |
Have Food Preservation Questions?Call our Helpline, send us an email, or visit one of our offices → Contact Us Note: Helpline email is currently unavailable. Please call the Helpline instead → (805) 781-1429 | Become a UC Master Food Preserver: 2026 Training ClassInterested in becoming a certified UC Master Food Preserver for San Luis Obispo & Santa Barbara Counties? Applications for the 2026 Training Class are open now – due Sunday, November 23, 2025. Watch the recorded Info Meeting before joining a Q&A session or applying. Full details → 2026 Training Class Page
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Upcoming Workshops & Events
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Sept. 16, 23, 30, 3:30–4:00 PM | CalFresh Collaboration Workshops: Refrigerator Pickled Veggies / Freezer Jam
October 3, 2025, 12:00–1:00 PM | 2026 Training Class — Q&A Session (watch the Recorded Info Meeting first)
October 17, 2025, 2:00–3:00 PM | 2026 Training Class — Q&A Session (watch the Recorded Info Meeting first)
October 25, 2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | San Luis Obispo | Workshop: Preserving Fall Harvest - Apples
November 20, 2025, 6:30–7:30 PM | 2026 Training Class — Q&A Session (watch the Recorded Info Meeting first)