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Are the canning jar bands/rings needed for exhibition of canned items?

April 26, 2017bands canned Canning exhibition items jar needed Rings

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Are the canning jar bands/rings needed for exhibition of canned items?

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A. No. The absence of the band will not affect food safety as long as the seal on the lid is intact. It is recommended the 4-H member leave the band on the jar (at least) for transportation of the product to the fair to reduce the chance of the lid seal breaking open.