Weaver Family Farms Produce

Wondering if jujube trees have thorns? Here’s what I’ve learned growing Honey Jar and Sugar Cane jujubes, plus whether the thorns should stop you from planting one.

Is your jujube tree dropping fruit before it’s ripe? Here’s what I’ve learned about normal fruit drop, watering, pollination, and other common causes.

Learn how I dry and store black walnuts after harvest so they cure properly and stay in good condition until I’m ready to crack them.

Thinking about planting apple trees? Here’s what I wish someone had told me before growing them on our Missouri family farm.

Turn fresh crab apples into beautiful homemade jelly with this easy recipe, plus tips for getting a clear, firm set every time.

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.

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 from the tree or wait until they fall? Here’s what I do on our Missouri farm and why timing matters.

Turn apple juice into homemade jelly with a simple recipe, clear setting tips, and tricks to avoid runny or overly stiff jelly.

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.

Wondering what black walnuts taste like? Here’s my honest opinion after harvesting, cracking, and eating black walnuts from our Missouri farm.

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 safely eat apples with black spots? Here’s how I decide which apples to keep, which to peel, and which belong in the trash.

Wondering what a ripe pawpaw looks like? Here’s how I tell when our Missouri-grown pawpaws are ready to pick and enjoy.