Tim Long, UC Master Food Preserver Volunteer Online Program My name is Tim Long. I am a University of California Master Food Preserver, specifically affiliated with the Online Program. To give you an idea of how I got here in the program, I would like to share a bit about my life.

Travis Alexander, UC Master Food Preserver Coordinator Online Program Are you an adult interested in helping others learn about home food preservation, have an Internet connection, and live in a county that does not offer a local UC Master Food Preserver Program?

Travis Alexander, UC Master Food Preserver Coordinator Online Program The UC Master Food Preserver Program is holding a contest to give the new monthly newsletter an official name and the deadline for name submissions has been extended to January 29.

Tim Long, UC Master Food Preserver Volunteer Online Program This is the time of year we typically have family and friends gather to share food and celebrate the holidays. Just dont let foodborne illnesses become part of your celebrations.

Henry Shaw, UC Master Food Preserver Online Program Volunteer Pomegranate is a wonderful seasonal fruit that is available fresh in the late summer to early autumn, providing us with jewel-like arils that are as beautiful as they are flavorful.

Earl Weak, UC Master Food Preserver Volunteer Online Program The dried zucchini from last summer can once again be transformed for another creative use this holiday season. Zucchini can easily be made into flour.

Paige Weisskirch, UC Master Food Preserver Online Program Volunteer Discover the sweet tradition of applesauce for Chanukah, rooted in Eastern European Jewish history. Learn why it became a beloved latke topping and how to make your own, with tips on apple selection and preservation.

Travis Alexander, UC Master Food Preserver Coordinator Online Program The UC Master Food Preserver Program is seeking submissions to give the new monthly newsletter an official name.

Earl Weak, UC Master Food Preserver Online Program Volunteer One of the most commonly grown backyard vegetables, zucchini, should not be overlooked in the role it can play in soups this Fall.

Henry Shaw and Marina Hsieh, UC Master Food Preserver Online Program Volunteers One of the treats of autumn is the arrival of persimmons. The coming months are the time to stock up and preserve this fruit for culinary adventures throughout the year.