University of Kentucky College of Agriculture

NEP (Nutrition Education Program)

The purpose of the Nutrition Education Program (NEP) is to educate Kentucky families on the importance of healthy nutrition.  The curriculum, which is based on USDA dietary guidelines, is designed to correspond with the new Food Guide Pyramid Model that represents the five basic food groups.  Furthermore, the new model has incorporated physical activity as an important part of our daily diet and exercise.

 

 Principles of Home Canning

Canning Fruit and Fruit Products

Canning Jams & Jellies

Home Freezing Basics

Fermented Foods & Pickled Vegetables

Canning Tomatoes & Tomato Products

Recommended Food Storage Times

 

 

 

Display of Canning

 

If you would like additional information on this program contact Heather Spencer at 666-8812 or email her at

heather.spencer1@uky.edu


 

 

 

 

 

 

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