It’s that time of year – time to harvest the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor and preserve them to enjoy during the winter months.  It’s very important that the method you use to preserve your food, especially canned foods, is done correctly to prevent spoilage and food born illness.  If you plan on pressure canning this summer, be sure your pressure canner is in good shape and equipped to do the job.  If you have a dial gauge canner, it is recommended you have the gauge tested each year before use.  The N.C. Cooperative Extension of Macon County office can test your pressure gauge free of charge.  Call Kim Terrell, FCS Agent, at 349-2047 for more information and to make an appointment.