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    Food Preservation SeriesDue to popular demand, University of Missouri Extension in Greene County has expanded the popular hands-on series known as Food Preservation Classes.The series includes a class on low-acid pressure canning as well as classes on jams and jellies, pickles, salsa and…See More

First Earth Founder & Director, Bo Brown will be leading us on a Wild Crafting Walk. We will meet and depart from the Library Station parking lot. The location of the wild walk will be announced before the departure. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Make sure to bring something Drink. Donations are appreciated but not required for this educational program.

All interested persons are invited to a grafting workshop, sponsored by University of Missouri Extension, Missouri State University's State Fruit Experiment Station, and Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park.Two sessions, from 3:00-5:00pm, and 6:00-8:00pm, are scheduled. The workshop will include a demonstration of grafting techniques, followed by grafting practice by workshop participants under the guidance of experienced grafters. Participants are encouraged to bring a box knife or very sharp pocket…See More

Passionate about healthy food for your family? Here's a great way to connect with other Mom's in our community to discuss how we can bring healthy local food to our schools, grocers, restaurants, hospitals, and homes. Let your voice be heard!

The University of Missouri Extension will host a five-part series of hands-on classes this spring and summer in Greene County.Home Canning the Safe Way:Low-acid Pressure CookingMonday, May 1 
& Monday, June 21Making Fantastic Jams and JelliesMonday, May 17 
& Tuesday, June 22How to PickleMonday, May 24 & 
Wednesday, June 23Salsa From You GardenMonday, June 7 & Thursday, June 24Drying and Freezing ProduceMonday, June 14
 & Friday, June 25Food Preservation Classes in…See More