Join us from April to September for our 2026 Lawn & Garden Talk Series!
Discover the basics of vegetable fermentation at this free, informative talk open to the public. Our guest speaker tonight is Tina McGillvary, the Family and Consumer Sciences Educator with OSU Extension in Darke County.
Using simple examples like transforming cabbage into sauerkraut, we’ll explore how fermentation works and why it has been used for centuries.
At this session, you’ll learn:
- What fermentation is and how it preserves vegetables naturally
- The basic steps for fermenting vegetables at home
- How cabbage becomes sauerkraut
- Tips for food safety, flavor variations, and storage
- Common questions and troubleshooting for beginners
This talk is perfect for beginners, gardeners, home cooks, and anyone curious about traditional food practices. Time will be reserved for questions and discussion.