Can Apple Butter Go Bad? Signs It’s Time to Throw It Away
Can apple butter spoil? Learn how to tell if apple butter has gone bad, what signs to watch for, and when it’s safest to throw it away.
What Is a Jujube Fruit and What Does It Taste Like
Curious about jujube fruit? We just harvested our first jujubes in Missouri in 2025. Learn what they taste like—sweet like brown sugar with an apple-like crunch—and why this unique fruit has us excited for the future of our farm.
How Do You Remove Black Walnut Hulls? Here’s the Method I Use
Learn how I remove black walnut hulls, avoid stained hands, and prepare fresh black walnuts for drying on our Missouri farm.
Do Jujubes Taste Like Dates? Here’s My Honest Comparison
Wondering if jujubes taste like dates? After growing and eating fresh jujubes on our farm, here’s how I’d compare their flavor at every stage of ripeness.
Should You Pick Black Walnuts Off the Tree or the Ground?
Should you pick black walnuts from the tree or wait until they fall? Here’s what I do on our Missouri farm and why timing matters.
How to Make Crab Apple Jelly: A Simple Homemade Recipe
Turn fresh crab apples into beautiful homemade jelly with this easy recipe, plus tips for getting a clear, firm set every time.
How to Make Apple Jelly From Apple Juice That Sets
Turn apple juice into homemade jelly with a simple recipe, clear setting tips, and tricks to avoid runny or overly stiff jelly.
What I Wish I Knew Before Planting a Jujube Tree
Thinking about planting a jujube tree? Here’s what I wish someone had told me before growing Honey Jar and Sugar Cane jujubes on our Missouri farm.
Jujube vs. Pawpaw: Which Fruit Is Better?
I grow both jujubes and pawpaws on our Missouri farm. Here’s how they compare in flavor, texture, size, storage, and why I love both.
What Do Black Walnuts Taste Like? My Honest Opinion
Wondering what black walnuts taste like? Here’s my honest opinion after harvesting, cracking, and eating black walnuts from our Missouri farm.
Can Apples Ripen After They’re Picked? Here’s What I’ve Learned
Can apples ripen after picking? Learn what really happens after harvest and how to know the best time to pick apples.
Can You Eat Jujubes Green? Here’s What I Learned
Yes, you can eat green jujubes, but should you? Here’s what I’ve learned after tasting jujubes at every stage of ripeness on our family farm.
Can You Eat Apples With Black Spots? Here’s What I Do
Can you safely eat apples with black spots? Here’s how I decide which apples to keep, which to peel, and which belong in the trash.
What Does a Ripe Pawpaw Look Like? Easy Identification Guide
Wondering what a ripe pawpaw looks like? Here’s how I tell when our Missouri-grown pawpaws are ready to pick and enjoy.
Why Is Apple Butter Called Butter If There’s No Butter?
Apple butter doesn’t contain dairy butter. Here’s why it’s called butter, where the name came from, and what makes it different.