Pear Care

Pear Care

by | Oct 30, 2018 | Fruit Storage and Ripening

Pears have historically been a favorite fruit for enjoyment long after harvest. In fact–with the exception of Asian pear varieties–pears typically need to be picked well in advance of full ripeness in order to minimize the development of the gritty...
Storing Apples

Storing Apples

by | Dec 19, 2017 | Fruit Storage and Ripening

Apples continue to ripen and soften after harvest, but refrigeration and good airflow will help slow this process and keep them crisp as long as possible. For the best results, we recommend that you dedicate a bin in your refrigerator and that you open any vents so as...

Using Over-Ripe Berries

by | Jan 24, 2017 | Fruit Storage and Ripening

Do Your Berries Look Less Than Lovely? While the picture above is a little extreme, even berries given the best of care can have trouble, depending on harvest conditions. (The picture above was taken the DAY AFTER HARVEST during one of the (many) rainy weeks in 2016,...
Berry Storage and Ripening

Berry Storage and Ripening

by | Dec 19, 2016 | Fruit Storage and Ripening

Boost Your Berry-Keeping Powers!! Berries are finicky, but we think they are worth the special care they require in the field and on their way to market.  Unlike many of our larger-scale counterparts, we the varieties we plant are selected for maximum flavor and...