Fermentation for preservation | The Pantry Chat

Fermentation for preservation | The Pantry Chat

Author: Homesteading Family April 13, 2022 Duration: 29:43

We usually think about fermentation in the short term, a few weeks, maybe even a few months, but today Carolyn shares tips on adding Fermentation to your long-term food supply plan (up to 2 years of storage).

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Fermenting 101- https://homesteadingfamily.com/preservation-101-intro-to-fermentation/
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0:00 - Chit Chat
9:02 - In The Homesteading Kitchen Digital Magazine
11:40 - Fermentation for Preservation

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