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There are a few key pieces of equipment required for preserving food and are dependent on what type of preserving you plan on doing.

Pressure Canners

Required when canning low-acid foods such as vegetables and meat. The pressurized environment, that this piece of equipment provides, is key to destroying harmful bacteria. 

Questions and Answers About Using a Pressure Canner – FN 1415

Pressure Gauge Testing

Many counties across North Dakota offer pressure gauge testing. Check out the "Services" section of your local county for more information.

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Water-bath Canners

Used when preserving high-acid foods (fruit, tomatoes, jams, jellies). High acid foods can be preserved safely when they reach temperatures provided by a boiling water-bath canner.

Questions and Answers About Boiling Water-bath Canner – FN 1425

Other Equipment

Other common equipment includes jars, lids, funnels, jar lifter, bubble remover. These items are available online or in stores.

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