With canning season here, be safe by having your pressure canner tested. N.C. Cooperative Extension offers FREE testing of gauged pressure canners. It is recommended to test your pressure gauge annually.
Since our Family & Consumer Sciences Agent position is vacant, agents in surrounding counties have graciously agreed to provide this service. Please feel free to contact them for an appointment.- Linda Minges, Gaston County Center
- Sheri Ledford, Rutherford County Center
- Brittany Spangler, Lincoln County Center
Sheri Ledford will be testing canners here in Cleveland County on Thursday, July 10 from 1-4 PM. You can bring your pressure gauge or lid with attached gauge then, or drop it off at the at the Cleveland County Extension Center located at 130 S. Post Road, Suite 1, Shelby, NC 28152 anytime before July 10. Call us at (704) 482-4365 if you have questions.
