Learn about the vacuum sealer. This machine can seal flexible pouches while removing air from the package to prevent oxidation and increase shelf life. User can also set the machine to add an inert gas to the package to further prolong shelf life. Recorded in 2020.

The EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems Project is partnering with Blue Ridge Food Ventures (BRFV) to support value-added production in our region. Producers are eligible to receive up to $3,000 in technical support, consulting, and rental fees associated with production at the BRFV facility. This video will help you as a producer determine the value of starting your production process at BRFV!

EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems is a three-year project funded by the Appalachian Regional Commission, the Cherokee Preservation Foundation, and NC State University.