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Order hard copy ~ There's nothing like homegrown tomatoes in the pantry, and this publication will guide you through the process of safely canning your... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00171
This demonstrates how to make your own jams and jellies from fruits and berries. You'll find out what equipment you need as well as... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-01290
Order hard copy ~ This publication offers an overview of the two research-based canning methods, boiling water and pressure, used to safely preserve a... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00705
Order hard copy ~ One of the most important elements in an emergency or disaster, including a prolonged electrical outage, is water. This publication... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ SAL-00006
Available Online Only. Most salsa recipes are a mixture of low-acid foods, such as onions and peppers, with acid food, such as... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ PNW-00395

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Order hard copy ~ This publication provides guidelines for water tank installations that are especially helpful to the Alaska contractor and... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-04950

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Order hard copy ~ This publication explains how contaminants can move into groundwater, which is used in 80 percent of Alaska's public water systems,... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ GWQ-00552
This provides a thorough overview of the basic canning and preserving process for meat and fish in cans. The program reviews canning... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-01282
Order hard copy ~ Arsenic is found in many areas around Alaska and can be a health hazard when it turns up in well water. This publication discusses the... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-04951
Order hard copy ~ Canning vegetables is an ideal way of keeping summer flavors in your pantry. This publication explains how to choose and prepare... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00722

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Order hard copy ~ The publication provides guidance and detailed directions on canning walrus safely for long-term storage. Recipes for brines and... Show More Leslie Shallcross, Free ~ FNH-00124

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Order hard copy ~ This publication gives an overview of irrigation systems and important principles of irrigation scheduling and discusses the... Show More Phillip Kaspari, Free ~ FGV-00649
Order hard copy ~ Imagine coming home to a pantry full of homemade family-favorite soups, stews and sauces, ready to make a quick, healthy dinner. This... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ FNH-00065
Provides a thorough overview of the basic canning and preserving process. The program reviews boiling water canner basics and... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-01280

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Order hard copy ~ For longer-term storage, smoked fish must be frozen or canned. This publication has instructions on how to properly smoke and can... Show More Leslie Shallcross, Free ~ FNH-00223

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Order hard copy ~ This detailed pamphlet covers all necessary materials and practices for canning meat. Sections describe what materials and... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00227

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Order hard copy ~ This publication has everything you need to know about canning fish. Various sections describe what materials and ingredients to... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00125

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Order hard copy ~ This guide is designed to help pesticide users better understand how chemical properties, soil characteristics, site conditions... Show More Phillip Kaspari, Free ~ GWQ-00547

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Order hard copy ~ Trickle, or drip, irrigation is a method of slowly applying small amounts of water to the root zone of plants. This guide details the... Show More Dario Canelon Sanchez, Free ~ FGV-00648
This provides a thorough overview of the basic canning and preserving process for meat and fish. There are instructions for canning... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-01281

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Order hard copy ~ This publication provides information on caulks and sealants for both interior and exterior use. There are tips on where to caulk,... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ EEM-01252

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Order hard copy ~ This publication provides extensive information on water vapor and the home, including helpful facts, data collection tips,... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ EEM-00259

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Order hard copy ~ This publication provides step-by-step instructions for canning smoked fish. Information includes the ingredients and equipment... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00129
This provides a thorough overview of basic canning and preserving processes for pickling foods. The program reviews the necessary... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-01284

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Order hard copy ~ If you are interested in saving money on your electric bills, this publication is for you. You'll learn which appliances use the most... Show More Leif Albertson, Free ~ EEM-00254
By using plastic mulch and row covers, you can control weeds, conserve water and fertilizer, and increase your yield by four to five... Show More Meriam Karlsson, Free ~ HGA-01268
Order hard copy ~ This publication for the University of Georgia covers all aspects of food preservation, including canning, pickling, making... Show More Leif Albertson, $25.00 ~ MGA-00989

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Order hard copy ~ This guide has information on nutrition, storage, freezing, canning and drying turnips as well as three pages of recipes. If you have a... Show More Leslie Shallcross, Free ~ FNH-00463

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In Alaska, the number and severity of wildfires has increased over the past 50 years and this trend is likely to continue. This... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ SAL-00202

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Order hard copy ~ Sauerkraut is a naturally fermented cabbage. Natural fermentation is one of the oldest ways of preserving food. This detailed... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ FNH-00170

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Order hard copy ~ Highbush cranberries grow in most areas of Alaska. They are high in vitamin A and are a rich source of antioxidants. This publication... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ FNH-00112

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Order hard copy ~ This guide details the preparation, preservation and use of canned moose and caribou. Information includes how to prepare the meat,... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00226

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Order hard copy ~ In Alaska, most crops will increase productivity if watered appropriately, which often means supplementing rainfall with... Show More Casey Matney, Free ~ FGV-00646

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Order hard copy ~ The berries of the ornamental tree Prunus virginiana can be gathered in the fall and are a rich source of dietary fiber and vitamin K as... Show More Leif Albertson, Free ~ FNH-00113
Order hard copy ~ This publication has everything you need to know about using Alaska's wild berries. There is information on 18 different kinds of wild... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, $15.00 ~ FNH-00120

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Order hard copy ~ This useful pamphlet covers the maintenance of home utilities during cold winter temperatures. There is information on heating... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ EEM-04955

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Order hard copy ~ This publication lists the supplies you will need to add to your safety and comfort during and after any natural disaster.... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ SAL-00007

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Order hard copy ~ This brochure outlines the integrated pest management (IPM) approach to keeping your trees healthy. Information on chemicals,... Show More Phillip Kaspari, Free ~ HGA-00436

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Order hard copy ~ This step-by-step resource includes instructions for starting a garden in Alaska. The sixteen steps include planning, choosing a... Show More Stephen Brown, Free ~ HGA-00134

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Order hard copy ~ Special care and an indoor site are required to overwinter fuchsia, geraniums, dahlias and tuberous begonias in Alaska. This... Show More Meriam Karlsson, Free ~ HGA-00333

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Order hard copy ~ This booklet is designed for those who wish to reduce their salt intake or wish to add variety to their home-canned fish. Over two dozen... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ FNH-00224

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Order hard copy ~ This publication is a step-by-step guidebook for the assembly and preparation of a can sealer. The identification of all sealer parts... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00022

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Order hard copy ~ Whether you are just beginning to landscape your property, adding to the number of trees already there or moving a tree from one... Show More Jasmine Shaw, Free ~ HGA-00335

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Order hard copy ~ Zucchini is a favorite of many home gardeners, often producing a surplus and sending gardeners looking for interesting ways to use and... Show More Leslie Shallcross, Free ~ FNH-00260

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Order hard copy ~ This publication is a comprehensive guide for using rhubarb in food preparation. With sections on nutrition, preparation, storage... Show More Leslie Shallcross, Free ~ FNH-00064

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Order hard copy ~ This publication is a must-have for anyone using cans to preserve food. It contains an overview of types of cans and other equipment... Show More Leif Albertson, Free ~ FNH-00023
This publication has tips for using and maintaining your home pressure canner. There are sections on canner types, safety features,... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ PNW-00421

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Order hard copy ~ This detailed guide covers the necessary materials and practices for canning fish. Sections describe fish handling and... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ FNH-00128

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Order hard copy ~ This publication has tips for creating attractive and safe canned food exhibits. There are sections on fruits, vegetables, meat,... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00261
Order hard copy ~ Dry cabins are a popular living arrangement in Alaska. This publication details some of the designs and considerations that go into... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-00103

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Order hard copy ~ Freezing fish is effective only if the product is handled in such a way that its quality is kept near its peak freshness. This... Show More Leslie Shallcross, Free ~ FNH-00222

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Order hard copy ~ An Alaska favorite, blueberries are a rich source of antioxidants and a great addition to many recipes. Included in this publication... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00111

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Order hard copy ~ This detailed guide covers the necessary materials and practices for canning fish in quart jars. Sections include fish handling and... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00126
Order hard copy ~ This publication provides guidance on what food preservation method might work best, based on the type of food, equipment, supplies... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00700
Order hard copy ~ Legumes, such as beans, lentils and peas, have been a food staple for thousands of years. This publication shows you how to use a... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00720
Order hard copy ~ For decades, a group of chemicals commonly known as PFAS have been used in everything from food containers, fire retardant, cosmetics... Show More Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-04952
Order hard copy ~ Many Alaskans rely on freezers to store their food. But if the power goes out for an extended time or the freezer breaks down, this... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ FNH-00080
Order hard copy ~ It shows you how to can acidic fruits, such as berries, strawberries and apples, using either a hot-pack or a raw-pack method. It... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00710
Order hard copy ~ This publication details the preparation and preservation of meat and poultry in jars. It includes information on meat preparation,... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00721
Order hard copy ~ The focus of the latest edition of “A Solar Design Manual for Alaska” is an expanded section on solar photovoltaic (PV)... Show More Arthur Nash, $15.00 ~ EEM-01255

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Order hard copy ~ This publication provides information on how to preserve and use wild strawberries. There is information on storage and... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ FNH-00105
Order hard copy ~ The “Firewise Alaska” publication developed by the Alaska Wildland Fire Coordinating Group. The free reference guide includes... Show More DeShana York, Free ~ FWM-00120

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Available online only. The far north is now experiencing some of the most rapid and severe climate change on earth. In the last century,... Show More Scott Rupp, Free ~ ACC-00110

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Available online only. A ground-source heat pump (GSHP) transfers energy to and from a ground or water source to provide heating... Show More Alaska Center for Energy and Power, Free ~ PAR-00005

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Order hard copy ~ Although watermelon berries are common in Alaska along the coast in Southeast, in the central Yukon River area and in damp, wooded... Show More Leslie Shallcross, Free ~ FNH-00123

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Order hard copy ~ Not only are wild roses beautiful, they also provide harvest opportunities throughout the spring, summer and fall. This publication... Show More Julie Cascio, Free ~ FNH-00114

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Order hard copy ~ This brochure is designed to help you create a beautiful lawn while keeping you, your family and the environment safe from... Show More Phillip Kaspari, Free ~ HGA-00236

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Order hard copy ~ Crowberries have been an important part of Native Alaskan diets for centuries and are gaining in popularity as people realize their... Show More Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ FNH-00117
Order hard copy ~ Lawns are not only attractive, they can also help with dust and mud management, act as a noise buffer, keep water from collecting next to... Show More Darren Snyder, Free ~ HGA-00046