It all began last year when the pandemic hit in early 2020. Stuck at home, people picked up gardening, then canning their harvest. “That led to a supply shortage of canning lids,” said Suzanne Driessen, University of Minnesota Extension food safety educator.

Why is there a shortage on canning jars?

The increase in the number of people cooking and trying recipes during the pandemic has led to a surge in canning – because experienced canners are doing it more and novices want to give it a try. And that surge has led to a shortage in Mason jars and lids.

Why is there a shortage of canning lids in 2021?

Although the jars can safely be used over and over again — to create batch after batch of sauerkraut and pickles — the metal lids dont create a food-safe seal when used for a second time, and must be swapped out for fresh lids. According to the network, that detail led to massive shortages of the lids last year.

Is there a shortage of Ball canning lids?

Is there still shortages of canning lids? Yes, there is still a canning supply shortage in 2021.