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UH-MC offers online class aimed at food preservation enthusiasts

The Maui News

The Maui Food Innovation Center at the University of Hawaii Maui College is offering an online-integrated, distance-learning class for food preservation enthusiasts from July 2 to 28, according to an announcement.

The center modified its most popular course, “Master Food Preservers,” and developed an online version with shorter class hours and with course material accessible after the program, the announcement says.

“This course will have traditional live instruction and independent self-guided modules to connect participants to the University of Hawaii Maui College Edventure program,” it says.

Certificates will be given to students who complete the course, lauded as being convenient and accessible.

“Interested participants will learn how to store and preserve food safely as well as discover the various food preserving methods and skills, such as drying foods using a dehydrator, blanching and advanced pressure canning,” said instructor Luisa Castro.

Students also will “gain confidence in processing local produce to feed their families safe, healthy foods,” Castro said. “Home food preservation promotes use of locally grown and purchased foods, encourages families to grow their own gardens; and the knowledge attained helps students determine what equipment best meets their needs and budget.”

A grant from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training grant program made the program possible.

For intermediate cooks who have a preserving foundation and want to advance or hone their skills, the food center will offer two hands-on classes in August led by Maui Preserved owner Anthony LaBua-Keiser.

To register or learn more, visit maui.hawaii.edu/foodinnovation.

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