Enjoy Local Produce All Year Long: Food Preservation Workshop

MIDDLETOWN, RI – The Northeast Organic Farming Association of Rhode Island (NOFA/RI) is pleased to announce “Enjoy Local Produce All Year Long: Food Preservation Workshop” on July 22, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.

This workshop will be held at Sweet Berry Farm, 915 Mitchell’s Lane, Middletown, RI. The costs is $20 for NOFA members  and $25 for non-members. Discounst are avaialble for students and seniors.

Whether just picked from your garden, a local Farmers Market or a nearby Farm Stand, seasonal produce is nutritious, colorful and delicious. Learn to safely preserve this magic for year-round family feasts! Discover canning, freezing and drying with Sejal Lanterman and Nicole Richard of the University of Rhode Island’s Food Safety Education Program. Enjoy mouthwatering scents from a canning demonstration with low-sugar berry jam.

Participants are invited to arrive early to Sweet Berry Farm to pick peaches and berries. The Farm Stand also offers fresh picked produce, sandwiches and beverages.

Register at http://nofari.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a47c5782c1d82213f306481f0&id=c5a463068b&e=e712b0d761or call 401-369-3303.

Organization
Formed in 1990, NOFA/RI is an organization of farmers, consumers, gardeners and environmentalists working to promote organic farming and organic land care practices. NOFA/RI fosters a healthy relationship to the natural world through educational workshops, advocacy and participation in local and regional events. NOFA/RI works to increase the acreage of land sustainably and organically managed and to provide access to local organic food for all Rhode Islanders. Learn more about NOFA/RI at nofari.org or email nofari@live.com.

NOFA/RI is affiliated with six other NOFA chapters through the NOFA Interstate Council. This growing regional association of seven state chapters representing over 5,800 farmers, farm workers, apprentices, gardeners, chefs and consumer members. Learn more about the NOFA Interstate Council at nofa.org.

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