Complete Crushing of Fruits in the Sabbatical Year
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Question
Is it permissible to completely crush fruits in the Sabbatical year until they completely lose their form, or is it only allowed if the fruit's form is still somewhat recognizable?
Answer
Fruits and vegetables that are permitted to be crushed may be completely crushed, even to the extent of losing the fruit's form.
Source
Rambam (Shemita, Chapter 5, Halacha 3; Terumot, Chapter 11, Halacha 2); Chazon Ish (Shevi'it, Siman 25, Se'if 32); Seder HaShevi'it from Chazon Ish (Letter 9); Azmera LeShimcha (Shemita, Issue 3).