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Harvest of the Month
​November

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Power Up With Fresh Persimmons

When Sweet and Smooth is What You Need, Grab a Persimmon

Persimmons are here to bring sweetness to your day! With their honey-like flavor and velvety texture, they’re the perfect snack when you want something different than an apple or pear. Enjoy them fresh or dried for a naturally sweet treat

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Explore the World of Persimmons

  • Persimmon Paradise: Persimmons come in a few different varieties, but the most common are Fuyu and Hachiya. Fuyu persimmons are squat and taste great while they’re still firm. Hachiya persimmons are heart-shaped and best enjoyed fully ripe and soft.
  • Sweet and Silky: Fuyu persimmons are crisp and mildly sweet. Try slicing one and eating it like an apple! Hachiya persimmons, on the other hand, have a silky, custard-like texture and an extra-sweet flavor. They’re best spooned straight from the skin or added to desserts.
  • Flavor that Shines: Persimmons taste like fall and star warm notes of honey. They’re a perfect addition to seasonal salads or baked goods, but you can also enjoy them on their own for a simple treat.
  • Stars of the Autumn Show: California farmers harvest persimmons from September through November. Fuyus are ready to eat right after harvest, while Hachiyas need time to soften until their texture turns luscious and creamy.

Brandt Farms

]When peach farmer Jack Brandt Sr.’s fellow farmers asked for his help getting fruit to market, he expanded Brandt Farms to include packing and shipping. Now the Brandts grow peaches, plums, nectarines, grapes, and persimmons in California’s San Joaquin Valley, and pack other fruit, too!

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How to Enjoy Persimmons: Simple and Fun Ideas

  • Persimmon Slices: Slice a Fuyu persimmon and enjoy it like an apple. It’s crisp, sweet, and perfect for a refreshing snack.
  • Persimmon Pudding: Use ripe Hachiya persimmons to make a deliciously rich and moist persimmon pudding.
  • Persimmon Salad: Add sliced persimmons to a salad with arugula, nuts, and a light vinaigrette.
  • Persimmon Smoothie: Blend persimmon with yogurt, a touch of honey, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a creamy and flavorful fall smoothie.

Contact Us

For more info on The FruitGuys Farm-to-School Program, contact Carol Stewart at [email protected]

For general info, School Bulletin suggestions, or questions about your Nutrition Education materials, contact The School Team at [email protected]

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