National Canning Day is almost here to honor a kitchen tradition

National Canning Day on Oct. 23 celebrates a timeless kitchen craft that continues to thrive. More people are gearing up to preserve their own food, with the U.S. canning jar market projected to expand about 6.3% a year through 2033. The trend suggests growing concern over cost and waste, as home canning becomes economical and sustainable.

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To save money and cut back on store-bought goods, more households are making their own pickles, jams and salsas. Many also take advantage of seasonal produce, preserving fruits and vegetables at their peak to enjoy year-round.

A tradition with deep roots

The history of canning carries as much flavor as the foods it preserves, stretching across centuries of innovation and necessity. Canning’s story begins with Nicolas Ap