Harvest Right

The entire process is fully automatic, relying on three core steps to preserve your food and lock in over 97% of the original nutrients and flavor.

1. Freezing: The machine quickly freezes food to ultra-low temperatures, between -30 and -50
2. Vacuum: The powerful vacuum pump creates a deep vacuum inside the chamber.
3. Sublimation: The frozen water (ice) skips the liquid stage entirely and turns directly into vapour, which is removed from the food.

Most batches complete in 20–40 hours. The exact time depends on the food's moisture content and thickness. Foods with high water content (like sauces) take longer than pre-sliced items. The Harvest Right machine automatically detects when the food is perfectly dry.

Properly stored Harvest Rite freeze dried food maintains quality for 25+ years. This longevity requires proper storage conditions:

• Airtight Containers: Use high-quality Mylar bags or canning jars.
• Oxygen Absorption: Always include an Oxygen Absorber in your packaging to ensure true long-term food storage.
• Location: Store in a cool, dark place, away from light and heat.

You can freeze dry virtually anything, making the Harvest Right home freeze dryer a highly versatile tool:

• Fruits & Vegetables: Apples, berries, corn, green beans, and leafy greens.
• Meats & Seafood: Cooked chicken, ground beef, pulled pork, and prepared fish.
• Full Meals & Soups: Chili, lasagna, mac & cheese, casseroles, and yogurt.
• Sweets & Treats: Ice cream, custard, and most hard candies (like Skittles).

Foods high in pure fat, grease, or sugar do not freeze dry well, as the process only removes water, not oil or fat. This includes butter, cooking oils, pure chocolate, peanut butter, honey, and high-sugar jams/jellies.

The capacity depends on the model you choose. Use this simple list format to compare sizes and find the right fit for your food storage needs. You can manually link the bolded text to the respective product pages in your editor:

• The Small model holds 6-9lbs of fresh food per batch.
• The Medium model holds 10-15lbs of fresh food per batch.
• The Large model holds 18-27lbs of fresh food per batch.
• The X-Large (XL Pro) model holds 40-50lbs of fresh food per batch.

Understanding the power requirements for your home freeze dryer is essential for proper installation:

Small and Medium Pro Models
The small and medium Harvest Right freeze dryer units can be connected to a standard 110-volt outlet, making them ideal for home freeze drying applications.

Large Pro Freeze Dryer
The large Harvest Right freeze dryer can be connected to a standard 110-volt outlet using the included adapter, making installation simple for most home freeze applications.

X-Large Freeze Dryer
The extra-large Harvest Right freeze dryer requires a 110-volt outlet with a NEMA 5-20 configuration, similar to the large model. This pro unit also needs a dedicated 20-amp circuit for proper operation and food storage processing.

The average operational cost is low, typically around $2.00–$4.00 CAD per batch (20–40 hours), depending on the model and your local electricity rates.

The choice depends on your preference for maintenance:

• Premier Oil Pump (Standard): Lower initial cost, quieter operation, but requires regular oil maintenance.
• Oil-Free Pump (Upgrade): Higher initial cost, but requires zero oil changes (virtually maintenance-free).

Use only Harvest Right vacuum pump oil for optimal performance and warranty coverage.

Yes, we offer financing options for all Harvest Right freeze dryer models through our financing partners, subject to approved credit. Whether you're interested in a compact home freeze dryer or a large pro model for extensive food storage and preservation, financing can make your investment more manageable. Please check out our financing page for more information about purchasing your Harvest Right freeze dryer with flexible payment options. Additional accessories like mylar bags, oxygen absorbers, and replacement parts, and complete accessory kits can often be included in financing arrangements.

We do not offer direct price matching, but buying your Harvest Right Freeze Dryer through us, your authorized Canadian distributor, often results in better value once all costs are calculated. Buying from the US site means you will pay extra for:

• Hidden Import Fees: You will pay unpredictable customs, duties, and brokerage fees upon delivery.
• Exchange Rate: You pay the fluctuating USD-to-CAD exchange rate.

We provide a transparent Canadian price with no hidden fees and local support.

Every Harvest Right Freeze Dryer comes with the standard 3-year limited warranty. While Harvest Right handles the final repair decisions, purchasing through us offers crucial local support that minimizes hassle for Canadian customers:

• Expedited Support: We are your dedicated point of contact for all Harvest Right support tickets, helping to quickly escalate and manage any technical issues on your behalf.
• Logistics Assistance: For rare warranty issues requiring shipping, we can simplify the process by assisting with the necessary logistics and documentation.
• Peace of Mind: You have a reliable Canadian partner assisting you, which avoids the frustration and direct costs of navigating cross-border returns or repairs with a US-based manufacturer.