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.

Looking to learn more, ask a question, or get involved? We’re here to help. Learn more: About Us

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Upcoming Workshops & Events:

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July 27, 2025 | Oceano | Growing and Preserving Blackberries

July 29, 2025 | Santa Margarita | Family Coffee Can Ice Cream

August 31, 2025 | Oceano Train Depot | Learn How to Preserve Salsa

September 20, 2025 | Paso Robles Library | Low/No Sugar Jam Workshop

October 25, 2025 | Preserving Fall Harvest: Apples

 

Past Workshops & Events:

Recent events are listed below to show what we offer.

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

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

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

May 14, 2025 | Atascadero Library | Ricotta Cheese

May 17, 2025 | UCCE Garden | MG Open Garden Day – MFP booth & mini lecture

May 20, 2025 | Oceano Library | Jam

May 23, 2025 | Nipomo Library | Dilly Beans

May 24, 2025 | Paso Robles Library | Ricotta Cheese

May 28, 2025 | Shell Beach Library | Jam

June 7, 2025 | Shandon Library | Kimchi

June 14, 2025 | Paso Robles Library | Ricotta Cheese

June 18, 2025 | Creston Library | Ricotta Cheese

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