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.
Can persimmons ripen after picking? Learn how to ripen hard persimmons, avoid bitter fruit, and know when they’re ready.
Should apples be refrigerated or left on the counter? Here’s how I store fresh apples to keep them crisp and tasting their best.
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Which apples make the best dried apple chips? Compare Fuji, Gala, Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, and more for flavor and texture.
Is your kiwi ripe yet? Learn the easy squeeze test, ripening signs, storage tips, and how to tell when kiwi is too soft.
Growing hardy kiwi in Zone 6a? Learn when kiwi berries ripen, what to watch for, and how to harvest them before frost.
Can kiwi grow in Missouri Zone 6a? Learn how hardy kiwi differs from grocery store kiwi and which varieties handle cold winters.
Learn how I remove black walnut hulls, avoid stained hands, and prepare fresh black walnuts for drying on our Missouri farm.
See how we crack black walnuts without destroying the kernels, plus the tools, tips, and mistakes that make the job easier.
Apple butter doesn’t contain dairy butter. Here’s why it’s called butter, where the name came from, and what makes it different.
I grow both Honey Jar and Sugar Cane jujube trees on our family farm. Here’s what I’ve learned comparing their flavor, texture, sweetness, and harvest.
Is your apple butter too runny? Learn the most common causes, simple fixes, and how to get the thick, smooth texture you’re after.
Wondering what the inside of a pawpaw looks like? Here’s what a ripe pawpaw should look like inside, plus signs it’s ready to eat.
Wondering why apples are dropping before they’re ripe? Learn the most common causes, when it’s normal, and when your tree needs help.
