Why I Ditched Canning (And the Smarter Small-Space System I Use)

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Canning might be the most popular food preservation method—but it’s also one of the fastest ways to burn out. In this video, I’m sharing 5 simple alternatives to canning that save time, fit small spaces, and still keep real food on the table.

You’ll learn how to:
✅ Eat seasonally without overwhelm
✅ Preserve food with less time and effort
✅ Use freezing, cold storage, dehydrating, fermenting, and more

Your garden should fit your life, not consume it. 🌱

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⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 - Canning is the fastest way to burn out
01:50 - Five simple alternatives to canning
03:15 - Crops I rarely preserve
04:55 - Cold storage
05:31 - Freezing
06:19 - Dehydrating
06:39 - Fermenting
07:10 - Bonus preservation tips
07:24 - Conclusion

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🌱 Hi, I’m Cortney — an organic gardener, homeschooling single mom of three, and passionate advocate for growing high-value food in small spaces. After nearly two decades of growing my own food, I hit a breaking point. I was burned out, overwhelmed, and trying to live a homesteading dream that no longer fit my life.
When I downsized from 3.5 acres and 28 raised beds to a small, manageable garden, everything changed. I built a system that fits my real-life schedule — and now I help other busy families do the same.
If you're feeling like you don’t have enough time, space, or experience to grow your own food — you’re not alone. You don’t need a huge property or hours of free time to take control of your health, grocery budget, and food security. You just need a plan that actually works for your life.
Now I teach practical, high-impact gardening strategies so you can grow more food with less space, less stress, and more joy — starting right where you are.

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