University of Illinois Extension hosting summer canning workshop

At these workshops, you'll learn how to safely preserve fresh produce and enjoy homemade goods year-round. From 9:00 a.m. to noon at 201 W. Kenyon Road, Suite 3, Champaign, IL 61820, Nutrition and Wellness Educator Rachel Mannen will be leading and teaching canning techniques and recipes.

By Craig Ondevilla June 4, 2025 7:47 pm

CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) – The University of Illinois Extension is hosting a summer canning workshop series.

At these workshops, you’ll learn how to safely preserve fresh produce and enjoy homemade goods year-round. From 9:00 a.m. to noon at 201 W. Kenyon Road, Suite 3, Champaign, IL 61820, Nutrition and Wellness Educator Rachel Mannen will be leading and teaching canning techniques and recipes.

Each workshop features a different topic:

June 25 – Jam (Register by June 18)
July 22 – Pickles (Register by July 15)
August 21 – Salsa (Register by August 14)

“There’s been a real resurgence in interest around traditional kitchen skills like canning,” said Rachel Mannen, Illinois Extension Nutrition and Wellness Educator. “It’s not only a practical way to preserve your harvest, but also a fun, rewarding way to stock your pantry with homemade goodness.”

Each workshop is $15, which helps cover the cost of canning materials. Space is limited, so early registration is strongly encouraged at go.illinois.edu/CanningINEP.