Fig Trees: Where I Stand on the Breba Crop - Not What I Expected

The video discusses the "breba" crop of figs, which is the first crop that ripens on last year's growth. Key points include the importance of proper pruning to avoid losing the breba crop and the unique qualities of figs that can produce multiple crops. The presenter highlights several fig varieties that produce high-quality breba figs, emphasizing their taste, texture, and size. Additionally, the video notes the challenges of growing figs in colder climates and the need for mature, well-established trees. Finally, it concludes with a tasting session, showcasing the diverse flavors and textures of different breba figs.

For more information on brebas and the varieties that produce them, check out this article I've written: https://www.figboss.com/post/breba-figs

Introduction (0:00):
Brief introduction to the fig tasting and discussion on brebas.
What is Breba Crop (0:36):
Explanation of the breba crop, the first crop of figs, and how pruning affects it.
Main Crop of Figs (1:11):
Description of the main crop of figs ripening on new growth.
Multiple Crops (1:44):
Mention of fig varieties producing multiple crops per year.
Importance of Breba Crop (2:18):
Argument that the breba crop is beneficial for everyone.
Quality of Breba Figs (3:00):
Discussion on the high quality of breba figs and varieties that produce good brebas.
Quick Ripening of Brebas (3:29):
Observation that breba figs ripen quickly and all at once.
Rain Impact on Brebas (4:06):
Mention of how rain can affect the breba crop.
Growing Brebas in Cold Areas (5:05):
Challenges of growing brebas in colder regions.
Protecting and Pruning (5:36):
Importance of proper pruning and protecting branches to grow brebas.
Tree Maturity and Breba Reliability (6:08):
Mature trees are better at sustaining breba figs.
Influence of Spring Temperatures (7:21):
Spring temperature fluctuations can affect breba development.
Mild Winter Impact (8:33):
How mild winters affect fig trees and breba reliability.
Brebas Not Always Reliable (9:08):
Acknowledgment that breba figs are not ultra-reliable in Zone 7A.
Tasting Moro de Caneva (9:47):
Description and tasting of Moro de Caneva figs.
Moro de Caneva Characteristics (10:21):
Features of Moro de Caneva figs, including their texture and flavor.
Tasting Brianzolo Rosso (11:51):
Description and tasting of Brianzolo Rosso figs.
Brianzolo Rosso Characteristics (12:26):
Unique texture and flavor of Brianzolo Rosso figs.
Tasting Green Michurinska (13:10):
Description and tasting of Green Michurinska figs.
Green Michurinska Characteristics (13:58):
High quality and unique texture of Green Michurinska figs.
Tasting Sefrawi (15:25):
Description and tasting of Sefrawi figs.
Sefrawi Characteristics (16:19):
Jelly-like texture of Sefrawi figs.
Tasting Longue d'Aout (17:00):
Description and tasting of Longue d'Aout figs.
Longue d'Aout Characteristics (18:21):
Quick ripening and high quality of Longue d'Aout figs.
Tasting White Marseilles (19:04):
Description and tasting of White Marseilles figs.
White Marseilles Characteristics (19:49):
Honey-sweet flavor of White Marseilles figs.
Tasting LSU Hollier (20:36):
Description and tasting of LSU Hollier figs.
LSU Hollier Characteristics (21:29):
Berry flavor and quality of LSU Hollier figs.
Tasting Rosa Esmeralda (22:23):
Description and tasting of Rosa Esmeralda figs.
Rosa Esmeralda Characteristics (23:08):
Comparison to Longue d'Aout figs and quality of Rosa Esmeralda figs.
Tasting Sultane (24:04):
Description and tasting of Sultane figs.
Sultane Characteristics (24:39):
Quick ripening and high quality of Sultane figs.
Tasting Moscatel Branco (27:32):
Description and tasting of Moscatel Branco figs.
Moscatel Branco Characteristics (28:08):
Unique texture and flavor of Moscatel Branco figs.
Tasting Hardy Chicago (29:02):
Description and tasting of Hardy Chicago figs.
Tasting Nerucciolo d'Elba (32:21):
Description and tasting of Nerucciolo d'Elba figs.
Nerucciolo d'Elba Characteristics (32:21):
Bitter skin and pigmentation of Nerucciolo d'Elba figs.

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