Fermentation Station
Jul 16, 2021
3 minutes
By Hank Will
any folks turn to canning, freezing, or dehydration to preserve the harvest. These methods are effective, safe, and relatively easy, but fermentation is another possibility for some vegetables, fruits, and even dairy products. Many well-known fermentation methods produce alcohol, but many more use microorganisms to help preserve the food through the production of tasty organic flavor compounds, such as lactic and acetic acids. If you’ve enjoyed sauerkraut or yogurt, you know the tart delight of lactic acid. If you are a vinegar lover, then you know the flavor of acetic acid. Not only
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