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Publications, seasonal tips, and resources for educators.

Recipes, FAQ's, equipment and methods of drying fruits, vegetables, herbs and meats. Recipes include fruit leathers, pesto, and fruit powders.

Facts, information about nutritional value, drying trays, selection and pretreatment, and methods; from Colorado State University.

Detailed instructions, including a materials list. From the San Diego Farm Bureau.

From Countryside Magazine.

Simple instructions on making it at home, using bananas, squash, tomato, or any other fruit or vegetable.

Ohio State University Extension fact sheet on the benefits of drying foods, preparation, pre-treatment, equipment needed, and a drying table for a variety of fruit and vegetables.

Techniques, equipment, problem-solving, bibliography.

Basics of food preservation methods, a little history, how to select a dehydrator, safety advice; from the Cooperative Extension Service, University of Missouri.