County of San Luis Obispo

UC Master Food Preserver Program of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties

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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.

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Upcoming Workshops & Events:

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April 12, 2025 | Arroyo Grande Library | Workshop: Coffee Can Ice Cream

May 2, 2025 | Shell Beach Library | Workshop: Coffee Can Ice Cream

May 3, 2025 | Oceano Library | Workshop: Coffee Can Ice Cream

May 14, 2025 | Atascadero Library | Workshop: Ricotta Cheese

May 17, 2025 | San Luis Obispo | UC Master Gardeners' Open Garden Day (MFP booth and mini lecture)

May 20, 2025 | Oceano Library | Workshop: Jam

May 23, 2025 | Nipomo Library | Workshop: Dilly Beans

May 24, 2025 | Paso Robles Library | Workshop: Ricotta Cheese

May 28, 2025 | Shell Beach Library | Workshop: Jam

June 7, 2025 | Shandon Library | Workshop: Kimchi

June 14, 2025 | Paso Robles Library | Workshop: Ricotta Cheese

June 18, 2025 | Creston Library | Workshop: Ricotta Cheese

June 26, 2025 | Santa Maria Library | Workshop: Family Coffee Can Ice Cream