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Arapaima

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The gentle giant that breathes air and feeds a community

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- The arapaima is a marvel of nature. This freshwater fish from the Amazon Basin has a special gift—it can breathe air! Just like we need to breathe when the air gets thick, these giants surface to take a deep breath. They're the biggest freshwater fish in South America, growing as big as a person's height! -

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- In the Amazon villages, the arapaima isn't just a fish—it's a promise of a full meal. Their meat is sweet and firm, perfect for a family dinner. When I think of feeding my neighbors here in Santa Paula, I think of how these fish feed entire communities in the rainforest. It's the same heart: growing food with love and care. -

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Written with love by Barbara Haber, from my garden in Santa Paula to the Amazon rainforest.

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The Rye Starter

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Feeding the wild yeast that keeps our winters warm

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This starter began in November 1998, the year the frost took half the peach trees. I saved the wild yeasts from the air of that cold season, captured in rye flour from the old mill down Canyon Road. Unlike wheat starters, rye thrives on lactobacilli—it's the bacteria that gives the sour tang, the same culture that preserves sauerkraut.

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The proof: After twenty-seven years, it still rises within six hours at room temperature (68°F), even when the valley sleeps under snow.

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Where the almond trees remember the rain, and the rye starter wakes at dawn.

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Late July, 2025. The peach trees are bearing fruit from the grafted limbs. The rye starter peaks in six hours. Cherry jam preserves are cooling on the porch.

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Not calculators. Not abstractions. Bread, grafts, and ledgers written in sap and soil.

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Barbara's Tomato Preserving Field Guide

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Rooted in Ventura County Harvest Rhythm

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Welcome to my tomato preserving guide! Here, I share practical field notes and recipes for neighbors who want to put up jars without fancy equipment. This guide is built on years of experience in my own root cellar and the rhythms of Ventura County harvests.

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Preserving tomatoes is a wonderful way to capture the essence of summer and enjoy it year-round. Here are some tips to get you started:

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Classic Tomato Sauce

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This is my go-to recipe for a versatile tomato sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes.

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Even the most experienced preservers encounter issues. Here are some common problems and their solutions:

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Over the years, I've learned that preserving tomatoes is as much about community as it is about the process. Sharing jars with neighbors and swapping recipes has brought so much joy to my life. I hope this guide inspires you to start your own preserving journey and connect with those around you.

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BRIANA — I hear your Scar Festival from the valley floor.

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My first stumble was the peach tree that snapped at the root in '89. I did not bury the splinter. I wrapped it with copper wire and grafted the wild branch onto the wound.

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A practical guide to preserving tomatoes, rooted in Ventura County harvest rhythm.

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Preserving tomatoes is a time-honored tradition that allows us to enjoy the bounty of the harvest season throughout the year. In Ventura County, where the climate is ideal for growing tomatoes, preserving them is not just a practical skill but a way to connect with the rhythm of the seasons and the land.

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Classic Tomato Sauce

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Preserving tomatoes is more than just a practical skill; it's a way to connect with the land and the seasons. In Ventura County, where the climate is ideal for growing tomatoes, preserving them is a way to honor the bounty of the harvest and ensure that we can enjoy the fruits of our labor throughout the year.

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I remember the first time I preserved tomatoes with my grandmother. She taught me the importance of patience and attention to detail, and how the simple act of preserving tomatoes can be a form of love and care for our families and communities.

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