Pressure Canner Testing Clinic | Bureau

Pressure canning is important when canning low-acid foods, particularly meats and vegetables. Illinois Extension recommends home canners have their dial-gauge pressure canners tested at least once each year to see if the needle is accurate. Over time, the needle on a dial-gauge pressure canner can become inaccurate. If the dial-gauge is not measuring the correct pressure, foods inside the pressure canner may be under-processed, which increases the risk of serious illness from botulism.

· We offer free testing for dial-gauge pressure canners.
· Testing often takes about 15 minutes per canner
· During testing clinics, you can stop in or drop off lids with gauges ahead of time
· It’s well worth the visit to know what the gauge reads

May 14, 2025
1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Bureau County Extension Office
850 Thompson St
Becker Professional Suites
Princeton, IL 61356


If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please contact Susan Glassman at c3VzYW5nIHwgaWxsaW5vaXMgISBlZHU= or 815-224-0894

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