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Harvest of the Month
March

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Dried Figs

Let's learn all about Dried Figs

  • Color: Dried figs have a lovely deep purple color that looks like a magical fruit from a fairy tale garden! They're like little bursts of sweetness in a beautiful, dark hue.
  • Shape: Dried figs are like tiny, squishy pillows with a little stem on top. They're round and plump, like mini basketballs, but softer and tastier!
  • Flavor: Dried figs taste like sweet, chewy candy from nature, with a hint of honey and a burst of fruity goodness in every bite! They're like yummy little surprises packed with deliciousness.
  • Ripening: Dried figs come to us when the sun shines its brightest and warms the earth, usually in the summertime! But don't worry, we can enjoy their sweet and chewy goodness all year round!
  • Harvest: Harvesting dried figs is like gathering sweet treasures from the sunshine! Farmers carefully pluck the ripe figs from the trees and lay them out to dry, turning them into delicious, chewy snacks for everyone to enjoy!

Fun Fact: Did you know that dried figs are like nature's candy? They're actually fresh figs that have been dried, which makes them super sweet and chewy – perfect for snacking! Plus, they're packed with fiber, which helps keep your tummy happy and healthy! 🌟🍇

Featured Dried Fig Grower:
San Joaquin Figs in Fresno, CA


Let's Learn about San Joaquin Figs


Hey there, kids! Ever heard of San Joaquin Figs? Well, they're a super cool family-owned company from California! They've been growing and processing yummy dried figs for three whole generations in the Central Valley. Can you believe they're the biggest dried fig growers and processors in all of California? Pretty awesome, right? And get this – at San Joaquin Figs, they think there's a special connection between the farmer who grows your food and the food itself. So, when you snack on their Nutra Figs, you know you're getting some seriously tasty treats straight from the farm!

San Joaquin Figs is located in Fresno, CA in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley


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