Produce Blog

Homemade vs Store Bought Jam – Why Farm Fresh Always Wins

Curious if homemade jam is really better? Discover why our small-batch Missouri-made jams beat store brands every time. Taste the real difference with our hand-stirred apple jam, caramel apple jam, and apple butter, all made fresh on our family farm in Cairo, Missouri.

What Foods Do You Eat Apple Butter With?

Wondering what to eat with apple butter? From biscuits and toast to oatmeal, cheese boards, and even pork chops, our farm fresh apple butter adds cozy apple spice to any meal. Discover tasty pairings from our Missouri family farm and grab a jar today.

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.

The Differences Between Apple Butter, Apple Jelly & Apple Jam

Apple butter vs apple jelly vs apple jam—what’s the difference? Learn how each is made, how they taste, and which one lasts longer. Straight from our family farm in Missouri, discover why farm fresh spreads like our apple butter and homemade jam always taste better.

Apple Butter vs Applesauce: What’s the Difference?

Apple butter vs applesauce—what’s the real difference? Learn how apple butter is made, why it’s richer and thicker, and why our farm’s homemade apple butter is the one you’ll want in your pantry. Order your jar today from Weaver Family Farms Produce!

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