Some pieces of vegetables are escaping the stones. Should I remove them?

It is perfectly normal for pieces of shredded cabbage or smaller sized vegetables to float up to the surface when fermenting. We do recommend removing any pieces which are floating or protruding above the brine.

Is cloudy brine or sediment in my fermented vegetables safe?

Cloudy brine and sediment in the bottom of the jar are both signs that the vegetables are culturing well.

The brine in my jar is foamy, bubbling or is not changing at all. Is fermentation still taking place?

Some vegetables foam more than others when fermenting. Foaming is completely harmless and generally disappears after a few days. You may also notice some bubbling in the jar as gases are formed by the fermentation process, this is also perfectly normal. As long as the ferment smells and tastes pleasant, the culture is doing well.

What is the ideal temperature for fermentation?

The ideal temperature range is 64°F to 75°F (17.8°C – 24°C). Depending on the temperature of your room will mean a faster or slower fermentation. We do recommend tasting your ferment regularly.

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