Union County Canning Plant

1. Schedule your day/time by calling or emailing the Canning Plant. Appointments must be scheduled prior to noon the previous day.
2. Upon arrival, fill out the 2022 Registration Form. The first time you come in, sign in at the next available number. This is your number for the year.  When returning, you will use this same number.  In case you forget your number, a list will be posted for your convenience.
3. Go to the table you are assigned. Please remain at your assigned table as much as possible and out of areas that have been designated off-limits.
4. YOU prepare your product.  If your product needs steaming/cooking, please signal a staff member who will cook/steam your product and return it to you.
5. Place jars upside down in small baskets for sterilization and signal staff member who will sterilize and return jars to you.
6. Write your registration number on lids (with Sharpie) and immerse your lids in hot water.
7. YOU put your hot product in hot jars.
8. YOU put lids/bands on your jars and signal a staff member they are ready to be processed.
9. Clean table and any Canning Plant equipment used before leaving. Also take any personal items (including canning boxes) with you.
10. Return after designated time to pick up and pay for your product.
11. Fill out envelope, place exact amount inside envelope, seal and place in collection box.

All Policies & Procedures are subject to change